Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Horta Airport (HOR): what you need to know
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your LHR to HOR flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to discover a different city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Horta Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Lisbon Portela Airport is a popular stop between LHR and HOR.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Horta Airport (HOR)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Horta Airport flight is Rs61,774. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs141,819. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from LHR to HOR, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Horta Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Horta Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
68.18% of flights that leave from London Heathrow Airport make it to their destination on time.
To reach London Heathrow Airport from central London, it takes about 55 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near LHR? If you've booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Horta Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Horta Airport (HOR)
Consider booking a hotel near HOR if you're taking a late London Heathrow Airport to Horta Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Horta Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto Turistica, Ilha Verde or AUTATLANTIS to explore Horta and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Horta Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Horta Airport (HOR) to central Horta
Horta Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from the centre of Horta. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Horta Airport (HOR)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Horta Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Horta based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Horta Airport for August if you'd like to visit Horta during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 24ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from LHR to HOR in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC and 16ºC on average.
Explore more of Portugal
Horta has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Portugal just waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres east of Horta, a trip to Ponta Delgada will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Portas da Cidade, Igreja Matriz de Sao Sebastiao and Igreja do Santo Cristo.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Portugal, head for Lagoa, about 290 kilometres east of Horta. Praça Nossa Senhora da Graça, Zona Balnear de Santa Cruz and Núcleo Museológico do Presépio are among the biggest draws.
