Travelling from Bern Airport (BRN) to London: what you need to know
The timezone in London is UTC+0. The city is 1 hour behind Bern, where Bern Airport is located.
To ensure you catch your flight from BRN to London, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as September, it's wise to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from BRN to London. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
Kos Airport (KGS)
You won't need a visa for United Kingdom if you hold a passport from Switzerland and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before organising your cheap tickets from Bern Airport to London, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
BRN is about 18 kilometres from central Bern. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 23 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 54 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to BRN? If you're boarding an early flight from Bern Airport to London, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bern Airport (BRN) to London
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bern Airport to London is $260. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,033. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BRN to London if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when looking for your ticket from Bern Airport to London.
Finding a cheap ticket from BRN to London is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has fallen.
Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Bern Airport to London, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to the centre of London is about 57 minutes by car. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 1 hour and 1 minute.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Bern Airport to London. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
After your flight from Bern Airport to London has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 1 hour and 19 minutes by car. Central London is approximately 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
You can also opt for public transport, which will take around 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to LGW. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from BRN to London:
Best time to go to London
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Bern Airport to London. July is the most popular month for a trip to London. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in London is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Bern Airport to London in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from BRN to London in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about London
After locking in your flight from Bern Airport to London, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring London:
Big Ben and The British Museum are just the start of the major attractions to add to your London must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Buckingham Palace.
Complete your London trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in London and explore the city on your own schedule. Easily compare companies in one go to find your perfect ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Bern Airport to London.
