Flying from London to Lungi International Airport (FNA): What you need to know
When organising a flight from London to Lungi International Airport (FNA), you'll have your pick of airports to take off from. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Freetown's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as London. Lungi International Airport is located in Freetown.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from London to FNA.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from London to FNA even cheaper with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search to find out where you can stop along the way. Brussels Airport (BRU) is an option when taking off from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
LHR is about 31 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you've booked an early flight from London to Lungi International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68.18% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Work a stopover into your journey at Mohamed V International Airport (CMN). It's a popular transfer point for flights from London to Lungi International Airport (FNA) out of London Gatwick Airport.
On public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in about 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to FNA flight:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is roughly 64 kilometres from central London. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're thinking about using public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay close to Stansted Airport and know you'll reach your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early London to Lungi International Airport flight:
The on-time performance record of STN is 64.73%. In other words, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
About Lungi International Airport (FNA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London to Lungi International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near FNA instead:
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Lungi International Airport (FNA)
$587 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London to Lungi International Airport. Return flights start at $1,325. These fares may change depending on demand.
To find cheap flights from London to FNA, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your London to Lungi International Airport ticket.
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Lock in a cheap flight from London to Lungi International Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from London to Lungi International Airport (FNA)
February is the quietest month for flights from London to Lungi International Airport (FNA), while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Freetown based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a London to FNA flight ticket departing in January if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Freetown to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from London to Lungi International Airport in August when temperatures are between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Freetown
Start your Freetown trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from London to Lungi International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Lumley Beach, Bureh Beach and Sierra Leone Peace & Culture Monument are top sights which should be on any good Freetown itinerary.
Explore more of Sierra Leone
Turn your Sierra Leone trip into a bigger adventure with a visit to Bo, located about 177 kilometres south-east of Freetown. Clock Tower, Bo is just one of the top sights to add to your must-see list.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Sierra Leone, head for Kenema, roughly 241 kilometres east of Freetown. Gola Rainforest National Park, Kamboi Hills and Gola Forest Reserve are among its highlights.
