How to find cheap flights to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Currently, $510 is the cheapest price for a one-way flight to London Heathrow Airport. Or you can book a return plane ticket to LHR for $995.
Book when the time is right with Price Alerts. You'll receive an email or a notification through the app if the price of tickets to LHR rises or falls.
To find cheap tickets to London, where London Heathrow Airport is located, book six months before your journey. That's the general recommendation for landing the best bargains.
Broaden your search for cheap flights to London by clicking the 'Add nearby airports' filter. This will let you compare fares for airports closest to your departure and destination points and could help keep costs down.
Consider taking a flight with a stop, as indirect routes can often save you money. Simply uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your plane tickets to London Heathrow Airport.
Best time to go to London
May is typically the cheapest month to board a flight to London.
Use the 'Whole month' tool if you're flexible with your dates. See fares for the entire month and find a flight to LHR that fits your budget and itinerary.
July is the most popular month for flights to LHR. Travel then if you're eager to take in the full energy of London.
February is the quietest period of the year to visit if you prefer a more laid-back vibe. There's also a good chance you'll find cheaper prices on plane tickets to London then.
Check the weather before you head off. July is the warmest time of year in London, with averages of between 11ºC and 26ºC.
Temperatures are lowest in January, when they range from 0ºC to 9ºC.
Travelling to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
Offering direct flights to London Heathrow Airport, these airlines make reaching London nice and easy:
Want to get some sleep or just freshen up after your flight to LHR? These hotels near London Heathrow Airport offer the ideal place to kick back and relax:
Getting to central London from London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
LHR is about 31 kilometres from central London.
If you're ride-sharing or driving a car hire after your flight to LHR, it'll take around 55 minutes to get to the centre.
About 1 hour is how long it'll take to get there using public transport.
If you want to stay close to the action in London, unpack your suitcase at one of these top options:
London highlights
Big Ben
Make Big Ben one of your first stops after your flight to London Heathrow Airport. You'll find it in Westminster around 3 kilometres south-west of the city centre.
The British Museum
Check off one of the best attractions in London with a visit to The British Museum. It's in The West End about 3 kilometres west of the centre.
Buckingham Palace
From the heart of the city, this highlight is around 3 kilometres west. It's located in the St. James's area and a great addition to any visit to London.
Complete your trip with a London car hire
Pick one of our car rentals in London and take in the sights at your leisure. Easily compare rates in one place to get the perfect ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight to London Heathrow Airport.