Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Gimhae International Airport (PUS): what you need to know
Busan is nine hours ahead of London and observes the UTC+9 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your LHR to PUS flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Gimhae International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LHR and PUS:
Incheon International Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Gimhae International Airport flight is R 6,947. A return fare right now is R 11,068. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from LHR to PUS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Gimhae International Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from LHR to PUS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Gimhae International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
68.18% of flights departing from London Heathrow Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
London Heathrow Airport is about 31 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes about 1 hour.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near LHR. Whether you're catching an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Gimhae International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late London Heathrow Airport to Gimhae International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PUS instead:
Explore without limits with a Gimhae International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from With Rental Car Headquarters, Hi Rent A Car or HI RENT A CAR and experience more of Busan and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Gimhae International Airport around one week ahead.
Getting from Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to central Busan
Central Busan is about 11 kilometres from Gimhae International Airport. Travel time by car will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research before your trip.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
August is the busiest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Gimhae International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Busan in April.
Before locking in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Gimhae International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Busan, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LHR to PUS in January. Temperatures average between -3ºC (27ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul is just one of the many cities in South Korea waiting to be explored after you've seen Busan. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower.
Around 354 kilometres north-west of Busan, Incheon is another favourite stop in South Korea. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Lawn Square of Incheon International Airport, Yeongjong Sky City No.23 Park and 스카이72 GC 바다코스.