Flying from Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) to London: what you need to know
London is five hours ahead of Greenville, where Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport is located. London observes the UTC+0 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your GSP to London flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from GSP to London with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
GSP is about 16 kilometres from central Greenville. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport to London? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to GSP:
Of the departures from Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport, 79% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
GSP is located at 2000 GPS Drive, Suite 1.
How to find the cheapest flights from Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) to London
R 3,687 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport to London flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 12,504. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from GSP to London, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for a Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport to London ticket.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from GSP to London by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London takes about 45 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
It'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport to London. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Reserving your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week ahead of your flight from GSP to London can help you lock in the lowest rate.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is around 48 kilometres from central London. Once you've hopped off your flight from Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
The journey will take about 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your GSP to London flight, rest your head at a hotel close to LGW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from LGW three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
London Stansted Airport (STN) is about 56 kilometres from the centre of London. It'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the city centre by car once you've hopped off your flight from Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport to London.
The journey takes about 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Choose a hotel close to STN and get from baggage claim to bedtime in a flash. Whether you have a late GSP to London flight or just want an easier arrival, these accommodation options are all about convenience:
If you're searching for a vehicle with specific features, lock in your ride from STN about four weeks ahead of your flight from Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport to London. This gives you a better chance of getting the car you want, as well as a better rate.
Best time to go to London
July is the busiest month for flights from Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport to London. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to London in January.
Lock in a Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport to London plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from GSP to London around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about London
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in London right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport to London:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Westminster Abbey, The British Museum and Big Ben are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned London itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom you should also see. About 257 kilometres northwest of London, a visit to Manchester will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Birmingham is another standout destination in the United Kingdom and is around 161 kilometres northwest of London. No trip is complete without dropping by Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.