Flying from London to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC): What you need to know
Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport is located in Anchorage. The city operates on the UTC-9 timezone and is nine hours behind London.
Leave enough time to make your flight from London to ANC. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like July or other busy periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Stay on schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from London to ANC. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Travelling from central London to LHR takes about 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from London to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to London Heathrow Airport:
Of all flights leaving London Heathrow Airport, 78% touch down on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Add a stopover to your journey at Frankfurt Airport (FRA). It's a popular transfer point for flights from London to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) leaving London Gatwick Airport.
LGW is about 48 kilometres from central London. It'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your London to ANC flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
Most flights that leave London Gatwick Airport make it to their destination as planned. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 82%.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
The journey to STN from central London is around 45 minutes by public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Sleep a little longer and still make your London to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near London Stansted Airport make departure day effortless if you're jetting off early:
With 80% of its departing flights arriving when they should, STN is a reliable starting point for your trip.
About Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
Book a hotel close to ANC if you have a late flight from London to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport. Check in to one of these options and be in bed sooner:
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your London to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to central Anchorage
Central Anchorage is around 11 kilometres from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport is $1,330. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,414. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from London to ANC if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your London to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from London to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC)
December is the quietest month for flights from London to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC), while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Anchorage based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your London to ANC plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Anchorage, with temperatures ranging from 5ºC to 20ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from London to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport in January when temperatures are between -22ºC and 0ºC.
More about Anchorage
Start your Anchorage trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from London to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Alaska Native Heritage Centre, Anchorage Museum and Ship Creek are top attractions which should feature on any good Anchorage itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Extend your the United States adventure with a visit to Kalifornsky, located around 113 kilometres southwest of Anchorage. Slikok Multi Use Trails is just one of the popular sights to add to your must-see list.
Kenai is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 97 kilometres southwest of Anchorage. No trip is complete without visiting Kenai River, Kenai River Viewing Platform and Kenai River Flats Viewing Platform.