Flying from Shah Amanat International Airport (CGP) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
London is six hours behind Chittagong and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you get on your CGP to LHR flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Shah Amanat International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between CGP and LHR include:
Muscat International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shah Amanat International Airport (CGP) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Currently, R 6,999 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Shah Amanat International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 20,467. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CGP to LHR if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from Shah Amanat International Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from CGP to LHR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Shah Amanat International Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
Handy information about Shah Amanat International Airport (CGP)
To reach Shah Amanat International Airport from central Chittagong, it takes around 50 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booking a hotel room for the night can take the stress out of getting to the airport on time. If you're looking for somewhere to stay before your flight from Shah Amanat International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, have a look at Hotel Agrabad. It's a short drive from CGP.
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 Shah Amanat International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
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 top providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport around one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
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 get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Shah Amanat International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. July is the most popular month to head to London. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Shah Amanat International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CGP to LHR sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom just waiting to be explored. Around 161 kilometres north-west of London, a visit to Birmingham will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another essential stop in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No trip is complete without visiting Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.