Flying from Mount Pleasant RAF Station Airport (MPN) to London: what you need to know
Mount Pleasant RAF Station Airport is located in Stanley. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, London is three hours ahead of Stanley.
For a relaxed start to your MPN to London flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Central Stanley to MPN is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 45 minutes to reach there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mount Pleasant RAF Station Airport (MPN) to London
R 20,605 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Mount Pleasant RAF Station Airport to London flight. A return flight ticket right now is R 38,032. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from MPN to London, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
If you have flexibility with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a Mount Pleasant RAF Station Airport to London ticket.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MPN to London by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London takes around 55 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 31 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Mount Pleasant RAF Station Airport to London. Book one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Pick up a London Heathrow Airport rental car and explore London and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are popular providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week ahead of your flight from MPN to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is roughly 80 kilometres from central London. Following your flight from Mount Pleasant RAF Station Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 30 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near LGW. Here are a few options where you can check in after your MPN to London flight:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride three weeks before your arrival at LGW will help you stay within budget.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Stansted Airport (STN) is around 64 kilometres from central London. It'll take you about 1 hour to get to the city centre by ride-share or cab once you've stepped off your flight from Mount Pleasant RAF Station Airport to London.
The journey takes about 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near STN after your MPN to London flight. Recharge after a day of travel or just take a moment to get your bearings in a new city at:
Take control of the next part of your journey with a Stansted Airport rental car. Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar will get you on the road.
Enjoy a payoff when you plan ahead. Book your vehicle from STN four weeks before your flight from Mount Pleasant RAF Station Airport to London for the best deals.
Best time to go to London
Travel to London during peak season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Mount Pleasant RAF Station Airport to London in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Mount Pleasant RAF Station Airport to London flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from MPN to London around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about London
Once you've booked your flight from Mount Pleasant RAF Station Airport to London, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring London:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. The British Museum, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace are major attractions which should be on any well-planned London itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom you'll want to see. About 161 kilometres north-west of London, a visit to Birmingham will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.
