Travelling from London to Plovdiv Krumovo Airport (PDV): What you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll board your flight from London to Plovdiv Krumovo Airport (PDV). London Stansted Airport (STN) and London Luton Airport (LTN) are the main airports in London.
Plovdiv is two hours ahead of London. Plovdiv Krumovo Airport is located in Plovdiv, which is in the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from London to PDV, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Popular months like July or other busy periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Stay on schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers offer the opportunity to explore a new place or just have a break during your journey. When looking for a cheap flight from London to PDV, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Manchester Airport (MAN) is one option when departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of London, LHR can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you have an early flight from London to Plovdiv Krumovo Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
78% of flights departing from London Heathrow Airport reach their destination on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
On public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your London to PDV flight? Kick back in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
London Gatwick Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 82% of flights out of here arrive right on target.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Make it to your destination faster from London Stansted Airport (STN). Direct flights from London to Plovdiv Krumovo Airport can be booked from here.
Get ready to jet away with Ryanair. It offers direct London to PDV plane tickets from STN.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between STN and PDV is Ryanair.
Ryanair tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 100.0% of services landing as scheduled.
The journey time to STN from the centre of London is around 45 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay close to London Stansted Airport and know you'll make it to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early London to Plovdiv Krumovo Airport flight:
STN has an on-time performance rate of 80%. This means most of its flights touch down on schedule and your trip goes off without a hitch.
About Plovdiv Krumovo Airport (PDV)
Consider booking a hotel close to PDV if you're catching a late flight from London to Plovdiv Krumovo Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your London to Plovdiv Krumovo Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Plovdiv Krumovo Airport (PDV) to central Plovdiv
Plovdiv Krumovo Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Plovdiv. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Plovdiv Krumovo Airport (PDV)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Plovdiv Krumovo Airport is R 466. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 804. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To snap up cheap flights from London to PDV, book your ticket five months ahead of your departure date.
Schedule your trip for October. That's the best month for landing a great bargain on London to Plovdiv Krumovo Airport tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a new deal shows up on plane tickets from London to PDV.
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The best time to fly from London to Plovdiv Krumovo Airport (PDV)
November is the quietest month for flights from London to Plovdiv Krumovo Airport (PDV), while January is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Plovdiv based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Plovdiv is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your London to PDV plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from London to Plovdiv Krumovo Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Plovdiv
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Plovdiv right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from London to Plovdiv Krumovo Airport:
Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Municipal Institute "Ancient Plovdiv" are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Plovdiv itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Museum Centre for Contemporary History.
Explore more of Bulgaria
You've seen Plovdiv, now it's time to explore other parts of Bulgaria. Travel about 145 kilometres northwest to Sofia to check off its leading sights. From Boyana Church to National Historical Museum and Cathedral of the Dormition, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Bulgaria, consider Varna, about 274 kilometres northeast of Plovdiv. Sahara beach, Museum of Natural History and Sea Garden are highlights.
