Travelling from George Airport (GRJ) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
London is two hours behind George and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your GRJ to LHR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Pick a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from George Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Cape Town International Airport is a top stopover on the GRJ to LHR route.
How to find the cheapest flights from George Airport (GRJ) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way George Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight is R 6,668. A return fare right now is R 13,066. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from GRJ to LHR. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from George Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
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Handy information about George Airport (GRJ)
George Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 81.33% of flights that depart GRJ arrive at their destination on time.
Central George to George Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to GRJ? If you've booked an early flight from George Airport to London Heathrow Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you're arriving on a late George Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near LHR:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and explore beyond London's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from London Heathrow Airport about one week before your departure date.
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 reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from George Airport to London Heathrow Airport. July is the most popular month to visit London. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from George Airport to London Heathrow Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from GRJ to LHR sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of London. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If there's time to check out another major destination in United Kingdom, consider Bristol, about 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are among its highlights.