Flying from London to Auvergne Airport (CFE): What you need to know
London has numerous airports to take off from. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to Auvergne Airport (CFE). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other major bases.
Clermont-Ferrand is one hour ahead of London. Auvergne Airport is located in Clermont-Ferrand, which follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Your flight from London to CFE won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from London to CFE even cheaper with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search to find out where you can stop along the way. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is an option when taking off from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Travelling from central London to LHR takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a convenient hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Auvergne Airport, these stays will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, 68.18% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Turn your flight into part of the adventure with a stopover on your flight from London to Auvergne Airport. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is one of the main options between London Gatwick Airport and CFE.
You can get to LGW from central London in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to travel the 80 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your London to CFE flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
One takeoff, one touchdown. You can book a direct flight from London to Auvergne Airport departing from Stansted Airport (STN).
Set off from STN with Ryanair. This leading carrier offers direct London to CFE plane tickets.
Most travellers choose to fly with Ryanair from STN to CFE.
The trip to STN from the centre of London is around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your London to Auvergne Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Stansted Airport make departure day a breeze if you're jetting off early:
The on-time performance record of STN is 64.73%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport reach their final stop as planned.
About Auvergne Airport (CFE)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London to Auvergne Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near CFE instead:
Follow your own route with an Auvergne Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Enterprise or Sixt and venture far and wide through Clermont-Ferrand and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your London to Auvergne Airport flight.
Getting from Auvergne Airport (CFE) to central Clermont-Ferrand
Central Clermont-Ferrand is around 10 kilometres from Auvergne Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a car hire, cab or ride-share.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Auvergne Airport (CFE)
Right now, R 310 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Auvergne Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 765. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from London to CFE. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Cheap London to Auvergne Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from London to Auvergne Airport (CFE)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding when to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Clermont-Ferrand. September is when most people book flights from London to Auvergne Airport (CFE), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
Book a London to CFE plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Clermont-Ferrand to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from London to Auvergne Airport in January when temperatures are between -3ºC (27ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Clermont-Ferrand
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Clermont-Ferrand right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from London to Auvergne Airport:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Cathédrale Notre-Dame de l'Assomption, Église Sacré Cœur and Opera-Theatre are must-visits when exploring Clermont-Ferrand.
Explore more of France
You've seen Clermont-Ferrand, now it's time to explore other parts of France. Travel about 129 kilometres east to Lyon to check off its top sights. From Fête Des Lumières to Lyon Old Town and Odeon of Lyon, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 274 kilometres south-west of Clermont-Ferrand, Toulouse is another favourite stop in France. No visit is complete without checking out Canal du Midi, place du capitole and Museum of natural History.
