Travelling from Ouagadougou International Airport (OUA) to London: what you need to know
London's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Ouagadougou (the location of Ouagadougou International Airport).
Leave enough time to make your OUA to London flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Taking off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from OUA to London. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Mohamed V International Airport (CMN)
OUA is around 2 kilometres from central Ouagadougou. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a hotel near OUA? If you're boarding an early flight from Ouagadougou International Airport to London, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Of all flights departing from Ouagadougou International Airport, 65.59% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ouagadougou International Airport (OUA) to London
$863 is currently the best price for a one-way Ouagadougou International Airport to London flight. A return flight ticket starts from $1,229. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from OUA to London if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Ouagadougou International Airport to London across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an even better deal on cheap flights from OUA to London.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Ouagadougou International Airport to London by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London takes about 55 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 31 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Ouagadougou International Airport to London. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and explore beyond London's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport around one week in advance of your flight from OUA to London can help you lock in the lowest rate.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is about 80 kilometres from the centre of London. Once you've disembarked your flight from Ouagadougou International Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Public transport will get you there in about 30 minutes.
Following your OUA to London flight, rest your head at a hotel close to LGW. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia make picking up a London Gatwick Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride three weeks before your arrival at LGW will help you stay within budget.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Stansted Airport (STN) is around 64 kilometres from the centre of London. It takes about 1 hour to reach the city centre in a ride-share or cab once you've hopped off your flight from Ouagadougou International Airport to London.
If you're travelling on public transport, the journey will take you around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Enjoy a more leisurely start to your trip by choosing a hotel near STN after your OUA to London flight. Recover from a day of travel or just take a moment to get your bearings in a new destination at:
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next part of your journey with a Stansted Airport rental car. Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar will get you on the road.
If you're searching for a vehicle with specific features, book your ride from STN around four weeks ahead of your flight from Ouagadougou International Airport to London. This gives you a better chance of getting your preferred car, along with a better deal.
Best time to go to London
Travel to London in peak season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Ouagadougou International Airport to London in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Lock in an Ouagadougou International Airport to London flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from OUA to London in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
More about London
Once you've booked your flight from Ouagadougou International Airport to London, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring London:
The British Museum and Big Ben are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your London to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Buckingham Palace.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom you'll want to see. Around 161 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Birmingham will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another must-experience destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No trip is complete without seeing Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.