Flying from London to George Airport (GRJ): What you need to know
You can select from numerous airports when organising your flight from London to George Airport (GRJ). Check out your options for departing London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
George is two hours ahead of London. George Airport is located in George, which follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Your flight from London to GRJ 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.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Whether you're eager to visit a new place along the way or just have 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), deselect 'Direct flights only.' O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from London to GRJ.
Located around 31 kilometres from the centre of London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from London to George Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these stays near London Heathrow Airport:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, 68.18% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Think about building a stopover into your journey at Cape Town International Airport (CPT). It's a key transfer point for flights from London to George Airport (GRJ) departing London Gatwick Airport.
With public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your London to GRJ flight, kick back in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
From central London, STN is around 64 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour to arrive by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Make catching an early London to George Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels near Stansted Airport and get to your gate with time to spare:
Flights that depart from STN touch down at their destination within the scheduled time frame 64.73% of the time.
About George Airport (GRJ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London to George Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near GRJ instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a George Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from First - Car Hire, Europcar or Firefly powered by Hertz and explore beyond George's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around one week ahead of your London to George Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to George Airport (GRJ)
$754 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London to George Airport. Return flights start from $1,550. These fares may change depending on availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from London to GRJ. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest London to George Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from London to George Airport (GRJ)
May is the quietest month for flights from London to George Airport (GRJ), while July is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to visit George based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in George is February, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Lock in your London to GRJ flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from London to George Airport in July when temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about George
After booking your flight from London to George Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring George:
There are loads of exciting things to do in George when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Wild Wings Safaris followed by Garden Route Experience Tours and Wilderness National Park.
Explore more of South Africa
George has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of South Africa just waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometres east of George, a visit to Port Elizabeth will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Mount Kilimanjaro, Kariega Game Reserve - Head Office and King's Beach.
Uitenhage is another well-known destination in South Africa and is around 274 kilometres east of George. No trip is complete without experiencing Volkswagen Factory and Museum, Volkswagen AutoPavillion, South Africa and Drostdy museum.