Flying from Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
London is two hours behind Ndola and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your NLA to LHR flight.
Travelling during a peak time like April? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Opt for a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is a top stopover on the NLA to LHR route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Currently, RM1,729 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM3,232. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from NLA to LHR. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA)
75.97% of flights that take off from Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Ndola to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport is around 3 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 5 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Searching for a handy hotel near NLA? If you've booked an early flight from Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Reserve a hotel close to LHR if you're on a late Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a London Heathrow Airport rental car and explore London and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport to central London has a drive time of about 55 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour to get there using public transport.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The quietest month for a flight from Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit London based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport to London Heathrow Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from NLA to LHR sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
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