Travelling from Vigo Airport (VGO) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
London's timezone is UTC+0, which makes London one hour behind Vigo.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your VGO to LHR flight.
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vigo Airport (VGO) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Vigo Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight is R 1,332. A round-trip fare right now is R 2,997. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from VGO to LHR. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Vigo Airport to London Heathrow Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Vigo Airport (VGO)
Vigo Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 84.74% of flights that take off from VGO reach their destination without delay.
To get to Vigo Airport from central Vigo, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Vigo Airport to London Heathrow Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to VGO:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Consider staying in a hotel near LHR if you have a late Vigo Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and experience more of London and beyond.
Booking your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
From London Heathrow Airport, London is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 55 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The quietest month for a flight from Vigo Airport to London Heathrow Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit London based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Vigo Airport to London Heathrow Airport for July if you'd like to explore London during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from VGO to LHR sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. Around 161 kilometres north-west of London, a visit to Birmingham will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another essential 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.