Flying from London to Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX): What you need to know
When planning a flight from London to Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX), you'll have a good choice of airports to leave from. 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).
Sanya Phoenix International Airport is located in Sanya. The city runs on the UTC+8 timezone and is eight hours ahead of London.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from London to SYX.
During peak travel periods, allow for extended wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from London to SYX leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
The journey from central London to LHR takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from London to Sanya Phoenix International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels near London Heathrow Airport:
Of the departures from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from London to Sanya Phoenix International Airport. Here's where you can connect between London Gatwick Airport and SYX:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
LGW is about 80 kilometres from central London. It takes 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 30 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to SYX flight:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
From central London, STN is around 64 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour to get there by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so on public transport.
Make catching an early London to Sanya Phoenix International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels close to Stansted Airport and get to your check-in counter with time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights get to their destinations without delays. At STN, that figure is 64.73%.
About Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX)
If you're coming in on a late flight from London to Sanya Phoenix International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near SYX:
SYX is located at Fenghuang Rd.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX)
Currently, R 7,242 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Sanya Phoenix International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 10,907. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from London to SYX. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your London to Sanya Phoenix International Airport ticket.
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Filters make it easier to land a deal on your flight from London to Sanya Phoenix International Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from London to Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX)
April is the quietest month for flights from London to Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX), while June is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Sanya based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your London to SYX plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. June is the warmest month in Sanya, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from London to Sanya Phoenix International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Sanya
Start your Sanya trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London to Sanya Phoenix International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are plenty of terrific things to do in Sanya when you're ready to see the sights. Head straight for 三亚湾 followed by Fenghuang Island and Sunny Bay.
Explore more of China
Sanya will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of China just waiting to be explored. Around 209 kilometres north-east of Sanya, a visit to Haikou will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like 骑楼历史文化街区, Leiqiong UNESCO Global Geopark and 晒盐盆和古盐田.
Qionghai is another well-known destination in China and is around 153 kilometres north-east of Sanya. No journey is complete without seeing Bo'ao Buddhist Temple, Wanquan River and Qionghai Lecheng Ancient Town.