Travelling from Viracopos Airport (VCP) to London: what you need to know
London is three hours ahead of Sao Paulo, where Viracopos Airport is located. London observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to get on your VCP to London flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
The journey from central Sao Paulo to VCP takes about 3 hours 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 80 kilometres in 1 hour 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near VCP. Whether you've booked an early flight from Viracopos Airport to London or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
75.02% of flights that depart Viracopos Airport land at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Viracopos Airport (VCP) to London
R 7,052 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Viracopos Airport to London flight. Return flight tickets start from R 14,499. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from VCP to London, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is around 31 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 55 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour.
If you have a late flight from Viracopos Airport to London, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near LHR:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and explore beyond London's usual tourist stops.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week before your flight from VCP to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The centre of London is located around 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). After your flight from Viracopos Airport to London has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to LGW. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your VCP to London flight:
Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia make collecting a London Gatwick Airport rental car simple. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Score the best price by securing your ride from LGW three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Set your sights on the city centre after your flight from Viracopos Airport to London has touched down. Central London is around 64 kilometres from Stansted Airport (STN) and takes roughly 1 hour to reach by cab or ride-share.
Public transport can get you there in roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, choose a hotel close to STN. Get comfortable at one of these options after your VCP to London flight:
Whether you'd like a zippy compact for solo travel or a full-size SUV to fit a group of friends, you'll find the perfect Stansted Airport rental car for you. Explore the types of wheels available from providers such as Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar.
Enjoy a payoff when you plan ahead. Book your vehicle from STN four weeks before your flight from Viracopos Airport to London to access the best deals.
Best time to go to London
Before scheduling your flights from Viracopos Airport to London, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in London offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season brings better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Book a Viracopos Airport to London flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from VCP to London around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about London
Start your London trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Viracopos Airport to London, browse our range of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to 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 seen London, now it's time to discover other corners of United Kingdom. Journey about 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to tick off its top sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Bristol is another standout destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No journey is complete without seeing Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.