Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Skardu Airport (KDU): what you need to know
The timezone in Skardu is UTC+5, which is five hours ahead of London.
To ensure you get on your LHR to KDU flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Choose a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Skardu Airport. Dubai Airport is a top stopover on the LHR to KDU route.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Skardu Airport (KDU)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Skardu Airport flight is Rs202,077. A return fare right now is Rs301,577. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LHR to KDU if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Skardu Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from LHR to KDU by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Skardu Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
68.18% of flights taking off from London Heathrow Airport reach their destination on time.
Central London to London Heathrow Airport is approximately 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 55 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near LHR. Whether you're taking an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Skardu Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Skardu Airport (KDU)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a London Heathrow Airport to Skardu Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near KDU instead:
Getting from Skardu Airport (KDU) to central Skardu
From Skardu Airport, Skardu is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Skardu Airport (KDU)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Skardu Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Skardu. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Skardu is August, with temperatures ranging between -2ºC and 10ºC. Book your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Skardu Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -31ºC and -13ºC. Look for cheap tickets from LHR to KDU sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Pakistan
Lahore is just one of the many cities in Pakistan waiting to be explored once you've seen Skardu. Around 451 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Khayaban-e-Quaid New Parks, B Block Park Sabzazar and Tariq garden mini zoo.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Pakistan, head for Rawalpindi, roughly 306 kilometres south-west of Skardu. Parade Lane Park, Civic Park and Millad Park are highlights.
