Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA): what you need to know
Ndola is two hours ahead of London and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you get on your LHR to NLA flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Opt for a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is a popular stopover on the LHR to NLA route.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA)
Rs167,661 is the lowest price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs252,409. These fares can change depending on demand.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from LHR to NLA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from LHR to NLA by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, data shows 68.18% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central London to London Heathrow Airport is approximately 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 55 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near LHR. Whether you're catching an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late London Heathrow Airport to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near NLA instead:
Go beyond Ndola and discover places that aren't on most itineraries with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport rental car from Europcar.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport about one week before travelling.
Getting from Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA) to central Ndola
Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from central Ndola. The drive time takes around 5 minutes.
When to fly to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Ndola. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Ndola is October, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC and 35ºC. Book your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 10ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap tickets from LHR to NLA around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Zambia
Ndola has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Zambia waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres south of Ndola, a trip to Lusaka will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Freedom Statue, Chilenje House and Mwamfushi Safari Lodge - Booking Office.
Kitwe is another well-known destination in Zambia and is around 56 kilometres west of Ndola. No journey is complete without experiencing United Church Of Zambia mukuba congregation, Seventh Day Adventist Church and Sunset Gardens Kitwe (Ndola/Kitwe Rd).
