Flying from London to Almeria Airport (LEI): What you need to know
When organising a flight from London to Almeria Airport (LEI), you'll have your pick of airports to jet out of. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Almeria Airport is located in Almeria. The city runs on the UTC+1 timezone and is one hour ahead of London.
To ensure you get on your flight from London to LEI, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
High season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from London to LEI departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Top options include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Located around 31 kilometres from the centre of London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you've booked an early flight from London to Almeria Airport, these stays will put you a quick hop from check-in:
68.18% of flights that depart London Heathrow Airport touch down at their destination on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Think about kicking off your journey from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). You can book a direct London to Almeria Airport (LEI) plane ticket from this hub.
Catch your direct flight from London to LEI with easyJet. This is one of the top airlines that operates this route out of LGW.
easyJet is the most popular choice for travellers flying from LGW to LEI.
LGW is around 80 kilometres from central London. It takes 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your London to LEI flight? Relax in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
69.26% of flights departing London Gatwick Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Start your journey at Stansted Airport (STN) and go straight to your destination without layovers. You can book direct flights from London to Almeria Airport out of here.
Prepare for takeoff with Ryanair. It offers direct London to LEI plane tickets from STN.
Ryanair is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from STN to LEI.
STN is roughly 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, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Make departure day worry-free — stay close to Stansted Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early London to Almeria Airport flight:
Flights that take off from STN land at their destination within the scheduled time frame 64.73% of the time.
About Almeria Airport (LEI)
Reserve a hotel close to LEI if you have a late flight from London to Almeria Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab an Almeria Airport rental car and discover Almeria and beyond with your own wheels. Goldcar, Green Motion and Keddy By Europcar are leading providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, book your ride around three weeks in advance of your London to Almeria Airport flight.
Getting from Almeria Airport (LEI) to central Almeria
The centre of Almeria is about 8 kilometres from Almeria Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of time.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Almeria Airport (LEI)
At the moment, R 487 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Almeria Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 898. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Snap up cheap flights from London to LEI by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The best month for picking up cheap London to Almeria Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from London to Almeria Airport (LEI)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from London to Almeria Airport (LEI). July is when most people travel to Almeria. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in April.
The warmest month in Almeria is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your London to LEI plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Look for cheap tickets from London to Almeria Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Almeria
Start your Almeria trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from London to Almeria Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Plaza de Spain Park, Catedral de la Encarnacion and Conjunto Monumental de La Alcazaba are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Almeria itinerary.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Almeria, now it's time to discover other corners of Spain. Travel around 290 kilometres west to Ceuta to check off its top sights. From Banos Arabes to Royal Walls and Plaza Señora de África, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another side of Spain, head for Melilla, about 177 kilometres south of Almeria. Barrio del Real, Alcazaba Garden and Plaza de Armas are key highlights.