Travelling from Basra International Airport (BSR) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
London is three hours behind Basra and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Your BSR to LHR flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Basra International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between BSR and LHR include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Basra International Airport (BSR) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Basra International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight is R 4,172. A return fare right now is R 12,993. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from BSR to LHR, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Basra International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Basra International Airport (BSR)
Basra International Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from BSR arrive on schedule 86.43% of the time.
To reach Basra International Airport from central Basra, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Staying the night at a hotel can take the hassle out of getting to the airport on time. If you're looking for a place to stay before your flight from Basra International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, take a look at Basrah International Airport Hotel. It's a short ride from BSR.
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Consider booking a hotel near LHR if you're catching a late Basra International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a London Heathrow Airport rental car and explore London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from London Heathrow Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
From London Heathrow Airport, London is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 55 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
July is the busiest month for flights from Basra International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. For smaller crowds, visit London in February.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Basra International Airport to London Heathrow Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BSR to LHR in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've done London, now it's time to discover other corners of United Kingdom. Travel around 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to check off its top sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in United Kingdom, head for Bristol, about 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are the start of reasons to visit.