Travelling from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to London: what you need to know
The timezone in London is UTC+0. The city is four hours ahead of Charleston, where Charleston International Airport is located.
Allow plenty of time to catch your CHS to London flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Taking off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from CHS to London. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Travelling from central Charleston to CHS takes around 3 hours 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel close to CHS? If you're boarding an early flight from Charleston International Airport to London, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
Charleston International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 81.5% of flights that depart CHS land on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to London
R 4,711 is currently the best price for a one-way Charleston International Airport to London flight. Return flight tickets start from R 10,809. These fares may change based on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from CHS to London if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a Charleston International Airport to London ticket.
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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.
It takes around 1 hour if you're using public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Charleston International Airport to London. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Follow your own route with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and discover more of London and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week ahead of your flight from CHS to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is around 80 kilometres from the centre of London. Once you've disembarked your flight from Charleston International Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 30 minutes or so.
After stepping off your CHS to London flight, kick back at a hotel close to LGW. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia make picking up a London Gatwick Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at LGW will help you stay within budget.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Hop off your flight from Charleston International Airport to London and head straight for your hotel or start exploring right away. Central London is around 64 kilometres from Stansted Airport (STN) and typically takes 1 hour to drive there.
If you're using public transport, the journey will take you about 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, find a hotel near STN. Settle in at one of these options after your CHS to London flight:
Stay in control of the next part of your trip by picking up a Stansted Airport rental car. Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar make getting on the road smooth sailing.
If you're searching for a specific model or make, lock in your ride from STN around four weeks ahead of your flight from Charleston International Airport to London. This gives you a better shot at getting the car you want, along with a better deal.
Best time to go to London
Travel to London during the high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Charleston International Airport to London during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Charleston International Airport to London flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from CHS to London around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about London
Start your London trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Charleston International Airport to London, explore our range of accommodation options including:
The British Museum and Big Ben are just the start of the big attractions to put on your London to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Buckingham Palace.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom waiting to be explored. Around 161 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Birmingham will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another standout destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No journey is complete without visiting Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.