Travelling from Victoria to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): What you need to know
Victoria's main base, Victoria International Airport (YYJ), is where new adventures begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Victoria to London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
London is eight hours ahead of Victoria. London Heathrow Airport is located in London, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Victoria to LHR.
During peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Victoria
Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Victoria, YYJ can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Victoria International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Victoria to London Heathrow Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
67.45% of flights that leave from Victoria International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH)
You can get to YWH from central Victoria in approximately 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 10 minutes to cover the 2 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Victoria Inner Harbour Airport the day before your Victoria to LHR flight:
About London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Reserve a hotel near LHR if you have a late flight from Victoria to London Heathrow Airport. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a London Heathrow Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Victoria to London Heathrow Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport is roughly 26 kilometres from central London. How long it'll take to get there by car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Victoria to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
R 3,527 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Victoria to London Heathrow Airport. A return flight starts from R 10,209. These prices can change based on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Victoria to LHR if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Victoria to London Heathrow Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Victoria to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Victoria to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). July is the most popular month to visit London. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in February.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Victoria to LHR plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Victoria to London Heathrow Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in London right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Victoria to London Heathrow Airport:
Your visit to London wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Highlights that should be on your list include The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen London. Around 153 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include The Windsor Castle, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
If there's time to check out another major destination in the United Kingdom, head for Bristol, roughly 145 kilometres west of London. Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge are key highlights.