Flying from Ercan International Airport (ECN) to London: what you need to know
London is two hours behind Nicosia, where Ercan International Airport is located. London follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your ECN to London flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like March. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing for plane tickets from ECN to London, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
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The journey from central Nicosia to ECN takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Of all flights departing from Ercan International Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ercan International Airport (ECN) to London
$125 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Ercan International Airport to London flight. A return plane ticket starts from $376. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from ECN to London, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Ercan International Airport to London across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is roughly 24 kilometres. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Ercan International Airport to London, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near LHR:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week ahead of your flight from ECN to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of London. Once you've disembarked your flight from Ercan International Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to LGW. Here are a few options where you can check in after your ECN to London flight:
Get the pick of the lot. Reserving your ride from LGW three weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
London Stansted Airport (STN) is around 56 kilometres from central London. It'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the city centre in a ride-share or taxi once you've hopped off your flight from Ercan International Airport to London.
Public transport can get you there in about 45 minutes.
Enjoy an unhurried start to your break by checking in to a hotel near STN after your ECN to London flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or just give yourself time to get your bearings in a new city at:
Enjoy a payoff when you plan ahead. Book your ride from STN four weeks before your flight from Ercan International Airport to London for the lowest prices.
Best time to go to London
July is the most popular month for flights from Ercan International Airport to London. To steer clear of the crowds, visit London in January.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your Ercan International Airport to London plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from ECN to London around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about London
Start your London trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Ercan International Airport to London, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Westminster Abbey, The British Museum and Big Ben are top attractions which should be on any good London itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom you should also see. Around 257 kilometres northwest of London, a trip to Manchester will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Around 161 kilometres northwest of London, Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.