Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Varna Airport (VAR): what you need to know
Varna's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Varna two hours ahead of London.
Your LHR to VAR flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Varna Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between LHR and VAR:
Hamburg Airport
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
Cologne Bonn Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Varna Airport (VAR)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Varna Airport flight is $193. A return fare right now is $337. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from LHR to VAR. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Varna Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Picking up cheap flights from LHR to VAR is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Varna Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% land on schedule at their destination.
Central London to London Heathrow Airport is approximately 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 55 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to LHR? If you're catching an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Varna Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Varna Airport (VAR)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a London Heathrow Airport to Varna Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near VAR instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Varna Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from EasyRentBulgaria, Top Rent a Car or Goldcar and explore beyond Varna's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Varna Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Varna Airport (VAR) to central Varna
Varna Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from the centre of Varna. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
It takes roughly 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Varna Airport (VAR)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Varna Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Varna. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Varna Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Varna, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LHR to VAR in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of Bulgaria
You've seen Varna, now it's time to discover more of Bulgaria. Journey around 386 kilometres west to Sofia to check off its leading sights. From National Palace of Culture to Boyana Church and City Garden, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 290 kilometres south-west of Varna, Plovdiv is another favourite stop in Bulgaria. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Archaelogical Complex Nebet Tepe.