Flying from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to London: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to London is 10 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in London is UTC+0. The city is seven hours ahead of Phoenix, where Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is located.
The most popular route is from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). You can select from 11 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from PHX to LHR is the 18:40 American Airlines option. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 20:50 with British Airways.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your PHX to London flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like March. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Begin your journey at PHX and fly nonstop to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). That will be your arrival point when searching for Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to London tickets.
Get on board with British Airways. This well-known airline operates direct flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to London.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from PHX to London. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
PHX is around 6 kilometres from central Phoenix. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to London? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to PHX:
80% of flights departing from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport touch down at their destination on time. With its solid on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of PHX.
PHX's address is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to London
$714 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to London flight. A return ticket right now is $1,676. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Get cheap flights from PHX to London by booking four months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for landing a bargain.
The best month for scoring cheap Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to London tickets is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is around 24 kilometres from central London. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 45 minutes.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 25 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to London, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near LHR:
Booking your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport around one week in advance of your flight from PHX to London can help you lock in the best possible rate.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Once your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to London has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 48 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 20 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near LGW. Unwind and get cosy after your PHX to London flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from LGW three weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Hop off your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to London and go straight to your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. The centre of London is around 56 kilometres from London Stansted Airport (STN) and usually takes 1 hour 5 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport can take you there in about 45 minutes.
Find a hotel near STN and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you're coming in on a late PHX to London flight or just want an easier arrival, these accommodation options are all about convenience:
If you're searching for a specific type of vehicle, book your ride from STN around four weeks before your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to London. This gives you a better chance of getting your preferred car, along with a better price.
Best time to go to London
January is the quietest month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to London, while July is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to go to London based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Book your Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to London plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PHX to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about London
After booking your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to London, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring London:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Westminster Abbey, The British Museum and Big Ben are leading attractions which should be on any good London itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've done London, now it's time to discover more of the United Kingdom. Travel about 257 kilometres northwest to Manchester to check off its popular sights. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another side of the United Kingdom, consider Birmingham, roughly 161 kilometres northwest of London. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are highlights.