Travelling from London to Palm Beach International Airport (PBI): What you need to know
London has numerous airports to take off from. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to Palm Beach International Airport (PBI). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the other main bases in the city.
The timezone in West Palm Beach is UTC-4, which is four hours behind London. Palm Beach International Airport is located in West Palm Beach.
To ensure you catch your flight from London to PBI, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
With more travellers during peak seasons, it's a good idea to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from London to PBI departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The journey from central London to LHR takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from London to Palm Beach International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays near London Heathrow Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, data shows 68.18% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Break up your flight from London to Palm Beach International Airport with a stop at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). A main stopover between London Gatwick Airport and PBI, it's the perfect opportunity to relax before the next leg of your journey.
LGW is around 80 kilometres from central London. It'll take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your London to PBI flight? Kick back in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is around 64 kilometres from central London. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your London to Palm Beach International Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Stansted Airport make departure day effortless if you're setting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights reach their destinations without delays. At STN, that rate is 64.73%.
About Palm Beach International Airport (PBI)
Consider staying in a hotel near PBI if you have a late flight from London to Palm Beach International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
Hit the road running by picking up a Palm Beach International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Easirent, Thrifty or Fox - Rent A Car to explore West Palm Beach and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around one week ahead of your London to Palm Beach International Airport flight.
PBI is located at Building 846, Palm Beach International.
Getting from Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) to central West Palm Beach
Palm Beach International Airport is around 5 kilometres from central West Palm Beach. How long it takes to get there in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Palm Beach International Airport (PBI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Palm Beach International Airport is R 5,760. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 9,744. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from London to PBI. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
Affordable London to Palm Beach International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
Finding a cheap plane ticket from London to PBI couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from London to Palm Beach International Airport.
The best time to fly from London to Palm Beach International Airport (PBI)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding your trip dates. May is the quietest month to visit West Palm Beach. July is when most people book flights from London to Palm Beach International Airport (PBI), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
Before locking in your London to PBI plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in West Palm Beach, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from London to Palm Beach International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about West Palm Beach
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in West Palm Beach right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from London to Palm Beach International Airport:
Your trip to West Palm Beach wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions that are worth your time include Downtown West Palm Beach, Martin Luther King Jr. Landmark Memorial and South Florida Science Centre and Aquarium.
Explore more of the United States
West Palm Beach has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 105 kilometres south of West Palm Beach, a trip to Miami will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Ocean Drive, Beach and La Playa De Miami.
Around 274 kilometres north-west of West Palm Beach, Tampa is another favourite stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Super Bowl, Busch Gardens Tampa and The Florida Aquarium.
