Travelling from London to Edmonton International Airport (YEG): What you need to know
Edmonton is seven hours behind London. Edmonton International Airport is located in Edmonton, which operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to YEG. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Popular months like July or other busy periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from London to YEG. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of London, LHR can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Edmonton International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Experience more along the way with a stopover on your flight from London to Edmonton International Airport. Here's where you can connect between London Gatwick Airport and YEG:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
You can reach LGW from the centre of London in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your London to YEG flight? Kick back in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Flights from London Gatwick Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 82% of them landing right on cue.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
When reserving your plane ticket from London to Edmonton International Airport (YEG) out of London Stansted Airport (STN), you can choose from a few stopover options. Consider making a detour to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), one of the most popular connection points on this route.
The trip to STN from central London is around 45 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early London to Edmonton International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options near London Stansted Airport and get to your check-in counter without rushing:
STN has an on-time performance rating of 80%. This means most of its flights reach their destination as expected and your plans go off without a hitch.
About Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
Book a hotel close to YEG if you're catching a late flight from London to Edmonton International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your London to Edmonton International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to central Edmonton
From Edmonton International Airport, central Edmonton is around 26 kilometres away. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
$841 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London to Edmonton International Airport. Return flights start at $1,300. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from London to YEG if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Affordable London to Edmonton International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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Save money on your flight from London to Edmonton International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from London to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
January is the quietest month for flights from London to Edmonton International Airport (YEG), while July is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Edmonton based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Edmonton is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 25ºC. Book your London to YEG plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from London to Edmonton International Airport in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -25ºC and 0ºC.
More about Edmonton
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Edmonton right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from London to Edmonton International Airport:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Rogers Place, Citadel Theatre and Muttart Conservatory are essential stops on your Edmonton itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Edmonton has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Canada waiting to be discovered. About 257 kilometres south of Edmonton, a trip to Calgary will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Calgary Stampede Trailblazer Centre, Calgary Tower and Peace Bridge.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Canada, consider Red Deer, roughly 113 kilometres south of Edmonton. Discovery Canyon, Red Deer Mountain Bike Park and Old C.P.R. Bridge are key reasons to visit.