Flying from London to Stornoway Airport (SYY): What you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of London's main airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Check out your options for booking a flight from London to Stornoway Airport (SYY) departing from either of these.
London and Stornoway (where Stornoway Airport is located) share the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch when you land.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to SYY. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
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 will take roughly 1 hour.
Planning to catch an early flight from London to Stornoway Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these stays near London Heathrow Airport:
68.18% of flights leaving from London Heathrow Airport land at their destination on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
LGW is around 80 kilometres from central London. It'll take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 30 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to SYY flight:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
From the centre of London, STN is around 64 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour to get there by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so on public transport.
Sleep a little longer and still make your London to Stornoway Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Stansted Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're jetting off early:
Flights departing from STN arrive at their destination within the expected time frame 64.73% of the time.
About Stornoway Airport (SYY)
Have a late flight from London to Stornoway Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near SYY and hit the pillow fast:
Getting from Stornoway Airport (SYY) to central Stornoway
Stornoway Airport to the centre of Stornoway is around 3 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Stornoway Airport (SYY)
R 3,285 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London to Stornoway Airport. Return flights start at R 5,929. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from London to SYY, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from London to Stornoway Airport (SYY)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding your trip dates. May is the quietest month to visit Stornoway. October is when most people book flights from London to Stornoway Airport (SYY), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Stornoway is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Lock in your London to SYY plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
February has temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from London to Stornoway Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Stornoway
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Stornoway right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from London to Stornoway Airport:
Lews Castle Grounds and The Hebridean Way End Point are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Stornoway must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to An Lanntair Gallery.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Stornoway will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom just waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometres south-east of Stornoway, a visit to Glasgow will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Hogmanay, Glasgow West End and Glasgow Cathedral.
If there's time to check out another corner of the United Kingdom, head for Aberdeen, about 274 kilometres south-east of Stornoway. St. Andrew's Cathedral, Aberdeen beach front and RSPB Dolphinwatch are among its highlights.
