Travelling from London to Rodriguez Ballon International Airport (AQP): What you need to know
London has numerous airports to fly out of. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to Rodriguez Ballon International Airport (AQP). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.
The timezone in Arequipa is UTC-5, which is five hours behind London. Rodriguez Ballon International Airport is located in Arequipa.
To ensure you catch your flight from London to AQP, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
LHR is around 31 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from London to Rodriguez Ballon International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, data shows 68.18% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can get to LGW from the centre of London in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to AQP flight:
London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance of 69.26%. This figure reflects how often flights that take off from this airport land on time.
Stansted Airport (STN)
From central London, STN is around 64 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour to reach the airport by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Sleep a little longer and still make your London to Rodriguez Ballon International Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Stansted Airport make departure day effortless if you're jetting off early:
The on-time performance record of STN is 64.73%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights from this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Rodriguez Ballon International Airport (AQP)
Consider staying in a hotel close to AQP if you have a late flight from London to Rodriguez Ballon International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
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Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around two weeks before your London to Rodriguez Ballon International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Rodriguez Ballon International Airport (AQP)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Rodriguez Ballon International Airport is Rs139,084. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs252,249. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from London to AQP if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from London to Rodriguez Ballon International Airport (AQP)
April is the quietest month for flights from London to Rodriguez Ballon International Airport (AQP), while August is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to Arequipa based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your London to AQP flight ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. September is the warmest month in Arequipa, with temperatures ranging from 6ºC to 22ºC.
July has temperatures of between 5ºC and 22ºC. Look for cheap tickets from London to Rodriguez Ballon International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Arequipa
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Arequipa right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from London to Rodriguez Ballon International Airport:
Historic Centre of Arequipa and monasterio santa catalina are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Arequipa must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Malecón Bolognesi.
Explore more of Peru
You've seen Arequipa, now it's time to discover other corners of Peru. Travel about 225 kilometres south-east to Tacna to tick off its leading attractions. From espíritu Santo Park to Our Lady of Fatima and Tacna Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Juliaca is another essential stop in Peru and is around 177 kilometres north-east of Arequipa. No trip is complete without seeing Plaza de Armas, Iglesia Matriz de Santa Catalina and Micaela Bastidas Park.
