Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Samsun-Carsamba Airport (SZF): what you need to know
The timezone in Samsun is UTC+3, which is three hours ahead of London.
Give yourself enough time to catch your LHR to SZF flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Samsun-Carsamba Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between LHR and SZF:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Stuttgart Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Samsun-Carsamba Airport (SZF)
Right now, Rs49,026 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Samsun-Carsamba Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs87,077. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from LHR to SZF, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Samsun-Carsamba Airport.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, 68.18% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to London Heathrow Airport from central London, it takes about 55 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes about 1 hour.
Looking for a handy hotel near LHR? If you're catching an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Samsun-Carsamba Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Samsun-Carsamba Airport (SZF)
Hop off your London Heathrow Airport to Samsun-Carsamba Airport flight and be in your hotel bed shortly after. If you want a comfortable option that's not too far from SZF, check out Park Inn by Radisson Samsun.
Begin your adventure by picking up a Samsun-Carsamba Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Garenta or Green Motion and explore beyond Samsun's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Samsun-Carsamba Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Samsun-Carsamba Airport (SZF) to central Samsun
Samsun-Carsamba Airport to the centre of Samsun has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
When to fly to Samsun-Carsamba Airport (SZF)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Samsun-Carsamba Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Samsun based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Samsun-Carsamba Airport for August if you want to visit Samsun during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 29ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from LHR to SZF in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 11ºC on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've seen Samsun, now it's time to discover more of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel around 322 kilometres south-west to Ankara to tick off its top sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 483 kilometres south of Samsun, Adana is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Start your sightseeing at Stone Bridge, Adana Archeology Museum and Seyhan Dam.