Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Thiruvananthapuram Airport (TRV): what you need to know
Thiruvananthapuram is five hours 30 minutes ahead of London and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your LHR to TRV flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Thiruvananthapuram Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LHR and TRV:
Bengaluru Airport
Chennai Airport
Velana International Airport
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
78% of flights that take off from London Heathrow Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central London to London Heathrow Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near LHR. Whether you're catching an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Thiruvananthapuram Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Thiruvananthapuram Airport (TRV)
Consider booking a hotel near TRV if you're on a late London Heathrow Airport to Thiruvananthapuram Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
When to fly to Thiruvananthapuram Airport (TRV)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Thiruvananthapuram Airport is March, while January is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Thiruvananthapuram based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Thiruvananthapuram Airport for March if you'd like to visit Thiruvananthapuram during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 34ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LHR to TRV in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC and 32ºC then.
Explore more of India
Tirunelveli is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Thiruvananthapuram. Around 88 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Veda Thavro (Krishnan Temple), ISKCON Tirunelveli and Sri Kailasanather & Sri Soundaravalli Ambal Temple.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in India, head for Coimbatore, about 274 kilometres north of Thiruvananthapuram. Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Siruvani Falls and Dam and Sri Ranganathar Temple are key highlights.