Flying from London to Faleolo Airport (APW): What you need to know
London has plenty of airports where you can begin your trip. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to Faleolo Airport (APW). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other major bases.
The timezone in Apia is UTC+14, which is 14 hours ahead of London. Faleolo Airport is located in Apia.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from London to APW.
During peak travel periods, expect longer wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
LHR is about 31 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from London to Faleolo Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Using public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to APW flight:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
The journey to STN from central London is around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early London to Faleolo Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to Stansted Airport and get to the check-in counter with time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights arrive without delays. At STN, that rate is 64.73%.
About Faleolo Airport (APW)
Nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've landed on a late flight from London to Faleolo Airport. Transit Motel and Sheraton Samoa Beach Resort are comfortable options near APW.
Book a Faleolo Airport rental car and explore places that require a little more effort to reach. Hertz and Budget can hook you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Apia and beyond.
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your London to Faleolo Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Faleolo Airport (APW)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Faleolo Airport is RM4,737. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM8,350. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from London to APW if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
Affordable London to Faleolo Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from London to Faleolo Airport (APW)
June is when most people book flights from London to Faleolo Airport (APW). Visit Apia in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Apia is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your London to APW plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from London to Faleolo Airport in August when temperatures are between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Apia
Start your Apia trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Faleolo Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are loads of exciting things to do in Apia when you're ready to sightsee. Kick things off at Taumeasina Island followed by Palolo Deep Marine Reserve and Baha'i House of Worship Samoa.
Explore more of Samoa
Falealupo is just one of the many places in Samoa waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Apia. Around 97 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Falealupo Canopy Walk, Ancient Star Mound and First New Years Eve.