Travelling from London to Brasilia International Airport (BSB): What you need to know
Brasilia is three hours behind London. Brasilia International Airport is located in Brasilia, which operates on the UTC-3 timezone.
Your flight from London to BSB won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from London to BSB even cheaper with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to find cities that could split up the flight. Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL) is an option when taking off from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
LHR is around 24 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from London to Brasilia International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near London Heathrow Airport:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
LGW is about 48 kilometres from central London. It'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your London to BSB flight? Kick back in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
London Gatwick Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 82% of flights taking off from here land when expected.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
From the centre of London, STN is around 56 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to get there by car and 45 minutes or so on public transport.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to London Stansted Airport and know you'll make it to the terminal with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early London to Brasilia International Airport flight:
STN has a reliable on-time arrivals performance of 80%, so you can count on your flight to stay on schedule and get to your destination as expected.
About Brasilia International Airport (BSB)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London to Brasilia International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near BSB instead:
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your London to Brasilia International Airport flight.
Getting from Brasilia International Airport (BSB) to central Brasilia
Brasilia International Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Brasilia. The time it takes to get there by car hire or taxi will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
Travelling by public transport takes about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Brasilia International Airport (BSB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Brasilia International Airport is R 7,131. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 14,732. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from London to BSB if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your London to Brasilia International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from London to Brasilia International Airport (BSB)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from London to Brasilia International Airport (BSB). September is the busiest month to visit Brasilia. If crowds aren't your thing, go in December.
Lock in a London to BSB plane ticket departing in September if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Brasilia to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from London to Brasilia International Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Brasilia
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Brasilia right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from London to Brasilia International Airport:
You'll find plenty of awesome things to do in Brasilia when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick things off at Cathedral of Brasília followed by Itamaraty Palace and Museu Nacional.
Explore more of Brazil
You've visited Brasilia, now it's time to explore more of Brazil. Journey about 177 kilometres southwest to Goiania to tick off its popular sights. From Museum of Art de Goiania to Vaca Brava Park and Jardim Botânico de Goiânia, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Brazil, head for Aparecida de Goiânia, roughly 177 kilometres southwest of Brasilia. Mutirama Park, Cachoeira Serra das Areias and Aquashow are key highlights.