Flying from Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is nine hours ahead of Anchorage.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to catch your ANC to LHR flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Anchorage International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between ANC and LHR include:
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport
New York Newark Airport
Minneapolis St Paul Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Currently, R 5,468 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Anchorage International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 14,342. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from ANC to LHR. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Anchorage International Airport to London Heathrow Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from ANC to LHR by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Anchorage International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
81% of flights departing from Anchorage International Airport reach their destination on schedule. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when setting off from ANC.
Central Anchorage to Anchorage International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey on public transport takes about 30 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near ANC. Whether you're taking an early flight from Anchorage International Airport to London Heathrow Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Book a hotel close to LHR if you're on a late Anchorage International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and experience the lesser-explored corners of London and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport around one week in advance.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
July is the busiest month for flights from Anchorage International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to London in March.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Anchorage International Airport to London Heathrow Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ANC to LHR in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom you'll want to see. About 257 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Manchester will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
If you want to check out another side of the United Kingdom, head for Birmingham, about 161 kilometres north-west of London. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are the start of reasons to visit.