Flying from Leon Airport (LEN) to London: what you need to know
The timezone in London is UTC+0. The city is 1 hour behind Leon, where Leon Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from LEN to London. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it simple to book a flight from LEN to London with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Malaga Airport (AGP)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Ibiza Airport (IBZ)
If you hold a passport from Spain and plan to travel to United Kingdom for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on your reason for visiting and are subject to change. For the latest information, contact your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before reserving a cheap ticket from Leon Airport to London.
LEN is about 10 kilometres from central Leon. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 16 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 44 minutes.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near LEN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Leon Airport to London or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Leon Airport (LEN) to London
$266 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Leon Airport to London. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $505. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from LEN to London, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Leon Airport to London across the month. It's the best way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Set up a Price Alert for flight tickets from LEN to London. There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped. We'll update you when the price changes.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Leon Airport to London, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is around 31 kilometres from central London. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 57 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 1 minute.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Leon Airport to London. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The centre of London is located around 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). After your flight from Leon Airport to London has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 1 hour and 19 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour and 26 minutes.
After your flight from LEN to London, tuck yourself in at a hotel near LGW. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to London
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Leon Airport to London. July is the busiest month for a trip to London. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
Before booking a flight from Leon Airport to London, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap flights from LEN to London sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about London
Start your London trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Leon Airport to London, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are major attractions which should be on every London itinerary.
Complete your London trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in London and see the sights at your own pace. Easily compare rates in one go to find the ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Leon Airport to London.