Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Pune Airport (PNQ): what you need to know
Pune is five hours 30 minutes ahead of London and follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your LHR to PNQ flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Pune Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between LHR and PNQ:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport
Mumbai Airport
Bengaluru Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Pune Airport (PNQ)
Currently, $755 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Pune Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,264. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LHR to PNQ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Pune Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from LHR to PNQ.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Pune Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Of the departures from London Heathrow Airport, 78% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central London to London Heathrow Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near LHR? If you've booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Pune Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Pune Airport (PNQ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a London Heathrow Airport to Pune Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PNQ instead:
Pick up a Pune Airport rental car and check out destinations off the typical tourist track. Europcar and Avis can set you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Pune and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Pune Airport around one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to Pune Airport (PNQ)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Pune Airport is March, while November is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Pune based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Pune is April, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 40ºC. Book your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Pune Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from LHR to PNQ in December if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC and 30ºC on average.
Explore more of India
Pune is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of India waiting to be discovered. Around 121 kilometres north-west of Pune, a trip to Mumbai will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Gateway of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and Marine Drive View Sunset Point.
Surat is another sought-after destination in India and is around 322 kilometres north of Pune. No journey is complete without dropping by BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Temple, Shri Mahakaleshwar Mahadev and BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir Trust.