Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ): what you need to know
The timezone in Sarajevo is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of London.
To ensure you get on your LHR to SJJ flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Sarajevo International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between LHR and SJJ include:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Cologne Airport
Zagreb Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Sarajevo International Airport flight is R 1,377. A round-trip ticket right now is R 3,167. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LHR to SJJ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when looking for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sarajevo International Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from LHR to SJJ.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Sarajevo International Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Of the departures from London Heathrow Airport, 78% land on time at their destination.
Central London to London Heathrow Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The journey on public transport usually takes 25 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near LHR? If you've booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sarajevo International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late London Heathrow Airport to Sarajevo International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SJJ instead:
Grab a Sarajevo International Airport rental car and discover Sarajevo and beyond with your own set of wheels. 387rentacar, Carwiz and Goldcar are top providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Sarajevo International Airport about four weeks before you travel.
When to fly to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sarajevo International Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Sarajevo based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sarajevo International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Sarajevo, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LHR to SJJ in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Bosnia and Herzegovina
Sarajevo has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Bosnia and Herzegovina you should also see. Around 137 kilometres north-west of Sarajevo, a trip to Banja Luka will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Hot Springs, Museum of Republika Sprska and Botanical garden.
If you want to check out another corner of Bosnia and Herzegovina, head for Zenica, roughly 56 kilometres north-west of Sarajevo. Theme park "Bolero", Sahat Kula and Vranduk Fortress - Muzej Grada Zenice are among its highlights.