Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to V.C. Bird International Airport (ANU): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to V.C. Bird International Airport is 9 hours 10 minutes.
Saint John's is four hours behind London and observes the UTC-4 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your LHR to ANU flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Virgin Atlantic offers direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to V.C. Bird International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Saint John's — and maybe even more of Antigua and Barbuda if you have time.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Virgin Atlantic.
Virgin Atlantic is the most punctual carrier operating LHR to ANU flights, with 71.88% of its services reaching their destination on time.
If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to V.C. Bird International Airport. These are the top stopovers between LHR and ANU:
Grantley Adams International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to V.C. Bird International Airport (ANU)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to V.C. Bird International Airport flight is R 9,843. A round-trip fare right now is R 10,884. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from LHR to ANU.
The cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to V.C. Bird International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from LHR to ANU.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to V.C. Bird International Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central London to London Heathrow Airport is approximately 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 55 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to V.C. Bird International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to LHR:
Arriving at V.C. Bird International Airport (ANU)
Reserve a hotel near ANU if you're catching a late London Heathrow Airport to V.C. Bird International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a V.C. Bird International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Budget or Down West Car Rentals and discover more of Saint John's and beyond.
Reserving your ride from V.C. Bird International Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from V.C. Bird International Airport (ANU) to central Saint John's
From V.C. Bird International Airport, Saint John's is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to V.C. Bird International Airport (ANU)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to V.C. Bird International Airport is May, while March is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Saint John's based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to V.C. Bird International Airport for September if you want to go to Saint John's during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 27ºC (81ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LHR to ANU in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of Antigua and Barbuda
Liberta is just one of the many cities in Antigua and Barbuda waiting to be explored once you've seen Saint John's. Around 11 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Liberta Sports Club, St Barnabas Anglican Church and Falmouth Beach.
Around 5 kilometres south-east of Saint John's, Potters Village is another essential stop in Antigua and Barbuda. Experience major highlights starting with Clay Pit, New Maranatha Seventh-day Adventist Church and Heros National Museum.