Flying from Nanaimo to London: what you need to know
London has numerous airports you can jet into. Land at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or London Stansted Airport (STN). Alternatively, touch down at London Luton Airport (LTN) or London City Airport (LCY).
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is eight hours ahead of Nanaimo.
To ensure you make your Nanaimo to London flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nanaimo to London
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Arriving in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London takes around 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
It usually takes 25 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Nanaimo to London. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Go where the road takes you with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and discover more of London and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of London. After your flight from Nanaimo to London, it'll take you approximately 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 45 minutes or so.
After your flight from Nanaimo to London, kick back at a hotel close to LGW. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport timetables or long taxi queues. Pick up a London Gatwick Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the availability and rates from Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia.
Score the best price by reserving your ride from LGW three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
London Stansted Airport (STN) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of London. It takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the city centre in a ride-share or taxi once you've hopped off your flight from Nanaimo to London.
If you go by public transport, the journey takes around 45 minutes.
Book a hotel near STN and quickly go from touchdown to tucked into your bed. Whether you're arriving on a late Nanaimo to London flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these accommodation options offer a quick route to a good night's sleep:
Take control of the next leg of your journey by picking up a London Stansted Airport rental car. Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar are dependable companies for booking.
Around four weeks before your flight from Nanaimo to London is the ideal time to secure your ride from STN. You're more likely to get a better rate or get access to early bird discounts.
More about London
Start your London trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Nanaimo to London, explore our selection of hotels including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben are essential stops on your London itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've seen London. Around 257 kilometres to the northwest, popular attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Science and Industry Museum.
Birmingham is another must-experience destination in the United Kingdom and is around 161 kilometres northwest of London. No journey is complete without dropping by Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome and Bournville Experience.