Flying from London to Benin City Airport (BNI): What you need to know
London has plenty of airports to fly out of. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to Benin City Airport (BNI). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the other main bases in the city.
The timezone in Benin City is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of London. Benin City Airport is located in Benin City.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from London to BNI.
Heading off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Located around 31 kilometres from the centre of London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from London to Benin City Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
68.18% of flights departing from London Heathrow Airport land at their destination on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
LGW is about 80 kilometres from central London. It'll take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your London to BNI flight? Check in to a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
69.26% of all departures from London Gatwick Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is around 64 kilometres from central London. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour. If you're thinking about using public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Make catching an early London to Benin City Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Stansted Airport and get to your gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights reach their destinations without delays. At STN, that figure is 64.73%.
About Benin City Airport (BNI)
Have a late flight from London to Benin City Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near BNI and hit the lights earlier:
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Benin City Airport (BNI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Benin City Airport is R 6,953. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 13,121. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from London to BNI if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
Cheap London to Benin City Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from London to Benin City Airport (BNI)
June is the busiest month for flights from London to Benin City Airport (BNI). Visit Benin City in February if you prefer a quieter experience.
Book a London to BNI plane ticket departing in January if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Benin City to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from London to Benin City Airport in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Benin City
Start your Benin City trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London to Benin City Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
Benin National Museum and Okomu National Park are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Benin City itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at botanical garden.
Explore more of Nigeria
Lagos is just one of the many cities in Nigeria waiting to be discovered once you've seen Benin City. Around 241 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Old Lagos Prison (Freedom Park), Freedom Park Lagos and Boat Cruise Ng.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Nigeria, head for Ibadan, roughly 225 kilometres north-west of Benin City. Oyo State Cultural Centre, Alaro Central Mosque and Agodi Gardens are the start of reasons to visit.
