Flying from London to Hefei Xinqiao Airport (HFE): What you need to know
London has plenty of airports to start your journey from. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to Hefei Xinqiao Airport (HFE). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the other main bases in the city.
Hefei Xinqiao Airport is located in Hefei. The city is in the UTC+8 timezone and is eight hours ahead of London.
Your flight from London to HFE won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from London to HFE. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular options:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Located around 31 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour.
In search of a comfortable hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you've booked an early flight from London to Hefei Xinqiao Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
68.18% of flights that depart London Heathrow Airport reach their destination on schedule.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Break up your flight from London to Hefei Xinqiao Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Top stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and HFE include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
You can get to LGW from the centre of London in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to HFE flight:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is around 64 kilometres from central London. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your London to Hefei Xinqiao Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Stansted Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights get to their destinations without delays. At STN, that figure is 64.73%.
About Hefei Xinqiao Airport (HFE)
If you're arriving on a late flight from London to Hefei Xinqiao Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near HFE:
HFE is located at Xinqiao Ave..
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Hefei Xinqiao Airport (HFE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Hefei Xinqiao Airport is $701. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $919. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from London to HFE. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Cheap London to Hefei Xinqiao Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from London to Hefei Xinqiao Airport (HFE)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from London to Hefei Xinqiao Airport (HFE). July is when most people travel to Hefei. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
Lock in a London to HFE flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Hefei to range from 22ºC to 34ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from London to Hefei Xinqiao Airport in January when temperatures are between -2ºC and 11ºC.
More about Hefei
Start your Hefei trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London to Hefei Xinqiao Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
You'll find plenty of awesome things to do in Hefei when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick things off at 798艺术区 followed by Anhui Museum and Museum of the History and Culture of the Three Kingdoms.
Explore more of China
Hefei has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of China waiting to be discovered. Around 177 kilometres east of Hefei, a visit to Nanjing will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Around 322 kilometres east of Hefei, Wuxi is another favourite stop in China. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Cherry Blossom Valley, 樱花林 and Xiaolouxiang Historical and Cultural District.