Flying from Tucson International Airport (TUS) to London: what you need to know
Tucson International Airport is located in Tucson. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, London is seven hours ahead of Tucson.
To avoid rushing for your TUS to London flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Travelling from central Tucson to TUS takes about 3 hours 5 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near TUS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Tucson International Airport to London or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
Tucson International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 84.8% of flights that take off from TUS arrive at their destination as scheduled.
TUS is located at 7005 South Plumer Ave..
How to find the cheapest flights from Tucson International Airport (TUS) to London
The best price we've found for a one-way Tucson International Airport to London flight is RM894. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,337. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from TUS to London. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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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.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
If you have a late flight from Tucson International Airport to London, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near LHR:
Grab a London Heathrow Airport rental car and explore London and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are well-known companies you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport around one week ahead of your flight from TUS to London can help you lock in the lowest rate.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Once your flight from Tucson International Airport to London has hit the runway, you can make your way to 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, you'll get to the city centre in 30 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to LGW. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your TUS to London flight:
Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia make collecting a London Gatwick Airport rental car easy and quick. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from LGW three weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Step off your flight from Tucson International Airport to London and head for your hotel or start exploring right away. Central London is around 64 kilometres from Stansted Airport (STN) and usually takes 1 hour to reach driving.
If you go by public transport, the journey will take you around 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, choose a hotel near STN. Settle in at one of these stays after your TUS to London flight:
Start your journey without stressing about how to arrive at your destination with a Stansted Airport rental car. Find your perfect set of wheels with trusted suppliers here like Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar.
Get a payoff by planning ahead. Book your ride from STN four weeks before your flight from Tucson International Airport to London for the best deals.
Best time to go to London
Plan your trip to London in peak season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Tucson International Airport to London in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Book a Tucson International Airport to London flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from TUS to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
After booking your flight from Tucson International Airport to London, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring London:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. The British Museum, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace are essential stops on your London itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've done London, now it's time to discover other parts of United Kingdom. Journey about 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to tick off its must-visit sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another essential stop in United Kingdom. No visit is complete without checking out Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.