Travelling from London to Surat Gujarat Airport (STV): What you need to know
Surat is five hours 30 minutes ahead of London. Surat Gujarat Airport is located in Surat, which operates on the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from London to STV. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from London to STV. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular airports:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL)
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
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 is roughly 25 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from London to Surat Gujarat Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
78% of flights taking off from London Heathrow Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Break up your flight from London to Surat Gujarat Airport with a stop at Dubai International Airport (DXB). A major connection between London Gatwick Airport and STV, it's the perfect opportunity to relax before the next leg of your journey.
Using public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to STV flight:
The majority of flights that depart London Gatwick Airport land at their destination as expected. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 82%.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
You can book a plane ticket from London to Surat Gujarat Airport (STV) leaving from London Stansted Airport (STN) with a stopover. Dubai International Airport (DXB) is a popular transfer point.
The journey time to STN from central London is around 45 minutes on public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early London to Surat Gujarat Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to London Stansted Airport and head to your check-in counter with time to spare:
With 80% of its departing flights arriving on time, STN is a reliable starting point for any journey.
About Surat Gujarat Airport (STV)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London to Surat Gujarat Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near STV instead:
Getting from Surat Gujarat Airport (STV) to central Surat
The centre of Surat is around 11 kilometres from Surat Gujarat Airport. Journey times by car hire or taxi will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Surat Gujarat Airport (STV)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Surat Gujarat Airport is R 5,323. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 10,466. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from London to STV. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest London to Surat Gujarat Airport tickets across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from London to Surat Gujarat Airport (STV)
May is the most popular month for flights from London to Surat Gujarat Airport (STV). Visit Surat in December for a more laid-back experience.
Lock in a London to STV plane ticket departing in April if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Surat to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from London to Surat Gujarat Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Surat
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Surat right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from London to Surat Gujarat Airport:
There are loads of exciting things to do in Surat when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Temple followed by Shri Mahakaleshwar Mahadev and BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir Trust.
Explore more of India
You've visited Surat, now it's time to explore other parts of India. Journey about 241 kilometres south to Mumbai to tick off its must-visit sights. From Gateway of India to Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and Marine Drive View Sunset Point, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 209 kilometres north of Surat, Ahmedabad is another essential stop in India. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Akshardham Temple, Centre of akshardham and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir.
