Travelling from London to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE): 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 organising your flight from London to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.
The timezone in Alexandria is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of London. Borg El Arab Airport is located in Alexandria.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from London to HBE. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
In high season, allow for extended wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from London to HBE leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Popular options include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The journey from central London to LHR takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a comfortable hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Borg El Arab Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
68.18% of flights departing from London Heathrow Airport arrive at their destination on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Check a new destination off your list or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from London to Borg El Arab Airport, check out these options when departing from London Gatwick Airport:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Mohamed V International Airport (CMN)
You can arrive at LGW from central London in approximately 1 hour 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your London to HBE flight, unwind in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
You can reserve a plane ticket from London to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) with a stop or two leaving from Stansted Airport (STN). These are some of the most popular stopovers between STN and HBE:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The journey time to STN from central London is around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your London to Borg El Arab Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Stansted Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're jetting off early:
The on-time performance record of STN is 64.73%. To put it simply, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive as planned.
About Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
Nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've arrived on a late flight from London to Borg El Arab Airport. Relaxation Villa With Private Pool and Villa Mostafa Sadek, Swimming pool, Tennis & Squash - Borg ElArab Airport Alexandria are comfortable options near HBE.
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Borg El Arab Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Avis or Sixt and explore beyond Alexandria's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle around two weeks before your London to Borg El Arab Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
Currently, R 1,989 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Borg El Arab Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,749. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from London to HBE. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest London to Borg El Arab Airport tickets across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on plane tickets from London to HBE.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from London to Borg El Arab Airport.
The best time to fly from London to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
May is the quietest month for flights from London to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE), while August is the most popular. Work out the best time to visit Alexandria based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your London to HBE plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Alexandria, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from London to Borg El Arab Airport in February when temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Alexandria
Start your Alexandria trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from London to Borg El Arab Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach are attractions you won't want to skip in Alexandria.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Alexandria. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Gizeh Plateau, Pyramid and giza pyramids.
If you want to check out another major destination in Egypt, consider Giza, roughly 177 kilometres south-east of Alexandria. أهرامات الجيزة بجمهورية مصر, Giza Plateau and A fun tour are among the biggest draws.