Flying from London to Alice Springs Airport (ASP): What you need to know
Alice Springs Airport is located in Alice Springs. The city is in the UTC+9:30 timezone and is nine hours 30 minutes ahead of London.
Your flight from London to ASP won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Located around 31 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Planning to catch an early flight from London to Alice Springs Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays near London Heathrow Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, data shows 68.18% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
LGW is around 48 kilometres from central London. It'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to ASP flight:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 70%.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is around 56 kilometres from central London. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 5 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
Sleep a little longer and still make your London to Alice Springs Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near London Stansted Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out first thing:
Flights that leave from STN make it to their destination as scheduled 65% of the time.
About Alice Springs Airport (ASP)
Arriving on a late flight from London to Alice Springs Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay within easy reach of ASP at Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters by IHG.
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Alice Springs Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Alice Springs and beyond.
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your London to Alice Springs Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to central Alice Springs
Alice Springs Airport is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Alice Springs. It takes around 15 minutes or so to drive to the city.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Alice Springs Airport (ASP)
Currently, $1,203 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Alice Springs Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $2,346. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from London to ASP, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest London to Alice Springs Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from London to Alice Springs Airport (ASP)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from London to Alice Springs Airport (ASP). October is when most people travel to Alice Springs. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in January.
The warmest month in Alice Springs is January, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Lock in your London to ASP plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from London to Alice Springs Airport in July when temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about Alice Springs
Start your Alice Springs trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Alice Springs Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are plenty of exciting things to do in Alice Springs when you're ready to go sightseeing. Make your way to Larapinta Trail - Eastern End followed by Larapinta Trail and Alice Springs Desert Park.
Explore more of Australia
Around 241 kilometres west of Alice Springs, Petermann is another essential stop in Australia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Kings Canyon Carpark, Watarrka National Park and Kathleen Springs Walk.