Travelling from Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to London: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 11 hours 35 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport to London.
London is seven hours behind Hanoi, where Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport is located. London follows the UTC+0 timezone.
With three weekly flights between the two airports, Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the busiest route. Vietnam Airlines operates the earliest flight at 00:40. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest departure from HAN to LHR is with Vietnam Airlines at 11:05.
Leave plenty of time to make your HAN to London flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time like February? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Begin your trip at HAN and fly straight to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport to London tickets.
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We make it simple to book plane tickets from HAN to London with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
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The journey from central Hanoi to HAN takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel close to HAN? If you're boarding an early flight from Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport to London, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport, 72% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to London
The best price we've seen for a one-way Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport to London flight is R 4,546. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 9,181. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book one month before you want to travel. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from HAN to London.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is around 24 kilometres from central London. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 45 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport to London. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week in advance of your flight from HAN to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The centre of London is around 48 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Once your flight from Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport to London has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to LGW. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your HAN to London flight:
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from LGW three weeks in advance often means better prices and a greater range of vehicles.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
London Stansted Airport (STN) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of London. It takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the city centre in a ride-share or taxi once you've hopped off your flight from Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport to London.
Public transport will get you there in about 45 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey into the centre, head for a hotel near STN. Make yourself comfy at one of these stays after your HAN to London flight:
Get ahead of the game and reap the rewards. Book your vehicle from STN four weeks before your flight from Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport to London for the most affordable rates.
Best time to go to London
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport to London. July is the most popular month to travel to London. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in January.
Lock in a Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport to London plane ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from HAN to London around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about London
Start your London trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport to London, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Westminster Abbey, The British Museum and Big Ben are major attractions which should be on every London itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom waiting to be explored. About 257 kilometres northwest of London, a trip to Manchester will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
If you want to check out another major destination in the United Kingdom, head for Birmingham, about 161 kilometres northwest of London. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are among the biggest draws.