Flying from London to Kars Airport (KSY): What you need to know
When planning your flight from London to Kars Airport (KSY), you'll have a good selection of airports to leave from. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Kars Airport is located in Kars. The city is in the UTC+3 timezone and is three hours ahead of London.
To ensure you catch your flight from London to KSY, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Heading away during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to visit a new city or just have a break during your journey. When looking for a cheap flight from London to KSY, deselect 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is an option when you're setting off from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
LHR is around 31 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from London to Kars Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
68.18% of flights taking off from London Heathrow Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Think about building a stopover into your journey at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). It's a key transfer point for flights from London to Kars Airport (KSY) leaving London Gatwick Airport.
Using public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your London to KSY flight, stay in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Whether just for an hour or two or several days, a stopover can make your whole trip feel a little easier. When flying out of Stansted Airport (STN), you can book a plane ticket from London to Kars Airport (KSY) with a stop at Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
From the centre of London, STN is around 64 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour to reach the airport by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Sleep a little longer and still make your London to Kars Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Stansted Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
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 Kars Airport (KSY)
Reserve a hotel close to KSY if you have a late flight from London to Kars Airport. Pick one of these options and end the night sooner:
Follow your own route with a Kars Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from OTOTUR, Avis or Nissa Car Hire and venture far and wide through Kars and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your London to Kars Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Kars Airport (KSY)
Right now, R 2,112 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Kars Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 4,610. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from London to KSY, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from London to Kars Airport (KSY)
April is the quietest month for flights from London to Kars Airport (KSY), while September is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit Kars based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a London to KSY plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kars to range from 9ºC (48ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from London to Kars Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -17ºC (1ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF).
More about Kars
Start your Kars trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London to Kars Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
You'll find plenty of awesome things to do in Kars when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick things off at Kars Fethiye Camii followed by Kars Castle and The Armenian St. Pirkitch Church.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Kars has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres south-west of Kars, a trip to Erzurum will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Mount Palandöken, Citadel and Erzurum Saat Kulesi.
Around 225 kilometres south of Kars, Van is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). No visit is complete without checking out Tarihi Van Şehri, Karmravank Armenian Monastery and Sanat Parkı- Park a Hûnerê.
