Travelling from Samos Airport (SMI) to London: what you need to know
The timezone in London is UTC+0. The city is two hours behind Samos, where Samos Airport is located.
To avoid missing your SMI to London flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Planning to travel during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, 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 SMI to London. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Central Samos to SMI is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to reach there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Have an early flight from Samos Airport to London? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to SMI:
92.86% of flights leaving Samos Airport land at their destination on time. Given its strong on-time stats, delays are unlikely when jetting out of SMI.
How to find the cheapest flights from Samos Airport (SMI) to London
$151 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Samos Airport to London flight. A return ticket right now is $410. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from SMI to London if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
Landing cheap tickets from Samos Airport to London is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to access the best prices across each month and pick up a sweet deal.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to the centre of London takes about 55 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 31 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Samos Airport to London, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near LHR:
Hit the road running by picking up a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion to explore London and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week before your flight from SMI to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Once your flight from Samos Airport to London has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 30 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near LGW. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your SMI to London flight:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and get going in the blink of an eye.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from LGW three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Find your way to the city centre after your flight from Samos Airport to London has touched down. Central London is about 64 kilometres from Stansted Airport (STN) and takes roughly 1 hour to reach by car.
If you travel by public transport, the journey time is around 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, find a hotel close to STN. Get comfortable at one of these stays after your SMI to London flight:
Take control of the next leg of your trip with a Stansted Airport rental car. Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar are dependable companies for booking.
If you're searching for a specific make or model, book your ride from STN about four weeks ahead of your flight from Samos Airport to London. This gives you a higher chance of getting your preferred car, along with a better deal.
Best time to go to London
Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from Samos Airport to London. The city buzzes in high season, but prices are often higher and attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to London in low season if you want a quieter vibe.
Book a Samos Airport to London flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from SMI to London around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about London
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in London right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Samos Airport to London:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. The British Museum, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace are popular attractions which should be on every London itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of London. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including 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 journey is complete without seeing Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.