Travelling from Bern Airport (BRN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
London's timezone is UTC+0, which makes London one hour behind Bern.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your BRN to LHR flight.
Flying during a peak month such as September? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Bern Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Many travellers pass through Palma de Mallorca Airport when flying between BRN and LHR.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bern Airport (BRN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bern Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight is R 6,276. A round-trip ticket is currently R 17,174. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BRN to LHR if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from Bern Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BRN to LHR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Bern Airport to London Heathrow Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Bern Airport (BRN)
Bern Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Bern. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Bern Airport to London Heathrow Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near BRN:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Bern Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Travel at your own pace with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and find adventure across London and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport is approximately 31 kilometres from central London. The drive time takes about 55 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Bern Airport to London Heathrow Airport. July is the most popular month to visit London. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Bern Airport to London Heathrow Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BRN to LHR in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom you should also see. About 161 kilometres north-west of London, a visit to Birmingham will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another favourite destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No trip is complete without a visit to Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.