Flying from London to Kyiv: what you need to know
London has plenty of airports where you can begin your trip. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to Kyiv. Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your London to Kyiv flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Kyiv
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap London to Kyiv flights if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
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Flying from London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Travelling from central London to LHR takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you have an early flight from London to Kyiv or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, data shows 68.18% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can get to LGW from central London in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from London to Kyiv, kick back in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance rate of 69%. This figure shows how often flights that leave from this airport arrive on schedule.
Stansted Airport (STN)
The journey to STN from the centre of London is around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 1 hour to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Make taking an early London to Kyiv flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels close to Stansted Airport and get to your gate without rushing:
The on-time performance rating of STN is 64.73%. To put it plainly, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
More about Kyiv
Start your Kyiv trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from London to Kyiv, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Pesopark and Mini Park Z Aleyeyu are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Kyiv to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Alʹpiysʹkyy Kutochok.
Explore more of Ukraine
You've done Kyiv, now it's time to explore other corners of Ukraine. Journey around 418 kilometres east to Kharkiv to tick off its popular sights. From Novobavarsʹkyy Hidropark to Heroy Vʹyetnamu and Burnt-out Musical Comedy Theatre (Musouri Theatre), there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Ukraine, consider Dnipro, about 386 kilometres south-east of Kyiv. NOSTROMO, Antique Auto Museum Dnepropetrovsk and Shkilʹnyy Park are the start of reasons to visit.