Travelling from London to Alta Airport (ALF): what you need to know
When planning a flight from London to Alta Airport (ALF), you'll have a good selection of airports to leave from. Consider London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Alta is 1 hour ahead of London. Alta Airport is located in Alta, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to ALF. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Whether you want to explore a new place on the way or just take a break, we make it a breeze to find a flight with a stopover. To check out your options taking off from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport (OSL) is a stop you can make on your flight from London to ALF.
LHR is roughly 31 kilometres from the centre of London. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will show you the best route and available public transport options.
Have an early flight from London to Alta Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to London Heathrow Airport:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Give yourself a moment to freshen up during your flight from London to Alta Airport with a stopover. Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport (OSL) is one of the options between London Gatwick Airport and ALF.
LGW is around 80 kilometres from central London. It'll take 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not book an additional night away? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to ALF:
About Alta Airport (ALF)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London to Alta Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ALF instead:
Getting from Alta Airport (ALF) to central Alta
Alta Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from central Alta. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 6 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 13 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Alta Airport (ALF)
Lock in a one-way ticket from London to Alta Airport from $168 or travel return from just $290. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for flight tickets from London to ALF. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare the prices of tickets from London to Alta Airport across each month. We've highlighted the lowest fares in green, so you can easily find a flight that fits your budget.
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The best time to fly from London to Alta Airport (ALF)
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from London to Alta Airport. June is the busiest month for a trip to Alta. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in December.
Before booking a flight from London to ALF, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Alta, with temperatures ranging from 7ºC to 20ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -14ºC and -2ºC. Look for cheap flights from London to Alta Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Alta
After booking your flight from London to Alta Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Alta:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Alta Museum - World Heritage Rock Art Centre, Tirpitz Museum and Alta Church are popular attractions which should be on every Alta itinerary.
Complete your Alta trip with a car rental
After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from London to Alta Airport, the next step is choosing one of our car rentals in Alta. Browse the exclusive deals and instantly compare options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.