Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Plovdiv Airport (PDV): what you need to know
The timezone in Plovdiv is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your LHR to PDV flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Plovdiv Airport. Many passengers pass through Manchester Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Plovdiv Airport (PDV)
R 1,915 is currently the lowest price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Plovdiv Airport flight. Return flights start from R 5,032. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LHR to PDV if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Plovdiv Airport.
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Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Plovdiv Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% of flights complete their journey on time.
London Heathrow Airport is around 31 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near LHR. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Plovdiv Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Plovdiv Airport (PDV)
Consider staying at Rodopi Hotel after arriving from your London Heathrow Airport to Plovdiv Airport flight. It's a quick drive from PDV and a great option if you'd like to get some rest right away.
Go where the road takes you with a Plovdiv Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Top Rent a Car, Low Cost Cars or Sixt and find adventure across Plovdiv and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Plovdiv Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Plovdiv Airport (PDV) to central Plovdiv
Plovdiv Airport to the centre of Plovdiv has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Plovdiv Airport (PDV)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Plovdiv Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Plovdiv. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Plovdiv is August, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Plovdiv Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LHR to PDV sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Bulgaria
You've done Plovdiv, now it's time to discover more of Bulgaria. Travel about 129 kilometres north-west to Sofia to tick off its leading sights. From National Palace of Culture to Boyana Church and City Garden, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Varna is another sought-after destination in Bulgaria and is around 290 kilometres north-east of Plovdiv. No trip is complete without seeing Park Asparuhovo - Asparuhovo sea garden, Dormition of theotokos Cathedral and Sunset viewpoint (място за гледане на Залеза).