Flying from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) to London: what you need to know
London is four hours ahead of Fort Myers, where Southwest Florida International Airport is located. London follows the UTC+0 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your RSW to London flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Heading off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from RSW to London with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
To get to RSW from central Fort Myers, it'll take around 25 minutes by car. It's roughly 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near RSW. Whether you've booked an early flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to London or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are just the thing:
77.32% of flights that depart Southwest Florida International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
The address for RSW is 11000 Terminal Access Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) to London
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Southwest Florida International Airport to London flight is R 3,800. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 9,881. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from RSW to London, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Southwest Florida International Airport to London throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to keep looking every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's an extra saving on cheap flights from RSW to London.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to London by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London takes around 55 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 31 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour if you're using public transport.
If you have a late flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to London, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near LHR:
Travel at your own pace with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and venture far and wide through London and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from London Heathrow Airport about one week ahead of your flight from RSW to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
After your flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to London has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 1 hour 20 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 30 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near LGW. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your RSW to London flight:
Forget about public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up a London Gatwick Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the availability and rates from Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at LGW will help you stay within budget.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to London has arrived. Central London is about 64 kilometres from Stansted Airport (STN) and takes roughly 1 hour to get to by car.
The journey takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes if you use public transport.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your break by checking in to a hotel near STN after your RSW to London flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or simply take a moment to find your footing in a new place at:
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next part of your trip with a Stansted Airport rental car. Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar are some companies you can book with.
Around four weeks before your flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to London is a good time to book your vehicle from STN. You're more likely to lock in a better rate or score some early bird savings.
Best time to go to London
Travel to London in peak season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Southwest Florida International Airport to London in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Book a Southwest Florida International Airport to London flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from RSW to London in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
More about London
Start your London trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to London, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. The British Museum, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace are essential stops on your London itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've done London, now it's time to explore more of United Kingdom. Journey about 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to tick off its leading attractions. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.