Travelling from London to Ashgabat Airport (ASB): what you need to know
When organising your flight from London to Ashgabat Airport (ASB), you'll have a good range of airports to jet out of. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Approximately 5 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from London to Ashgabat Airport.
Ashgabat Airport is located in Ashgabat. The city operates in the UTC+5 timezone and is 5 hours ahead of London.
The most popular route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Ashgabat Airport (ASB), with 2 direct services every week. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LHR to ASB is the 16:55 Turkmenistan Airlines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 16:55 with Turkmenistan Airlines.
Your flight from London to ASB won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Get to your destination in one go from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Nonstop flights from London to Ashgabat Airport (ASB) are available from here.
When taking off from LHR, you can take a direct flight from London to Ashgabat Airport with Turkmenistan Airlines.
Whether you'd like to explore another city as part of your journey or just take a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is a stop you can make on your flight from London to ASB.
From the centre of London, LHR is around 31 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to reach the terminal.
Want a stress-free start to your break? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London to Ashgabat Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) has direct flights from London to Ashgabat Airport (ASB).
Board your direct flight from London to ASB with Turkmenistan Airlines. This is one of the main carriers operating this route out of LGW.
Take some time to recharge during your flight from London to Ashgabat Airport with a stopover. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is one of the main options between London Gatwick Airport and ASB.
You can reach LGW from central London in about 1 hour and 19 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes to travel the 80 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with another night away? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to ASB:
About Ashgabat Airport (ASB)
After your flight from London to Ashgabat Airport has landed, kick back and relax at a hotel close by. Otel is a comfy option that's an easy drive from ASB.
Getting from Ashgabat Airport (ASB) to central Ashgabat
Ashgabat Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Ashgabat. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 17 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Ashgabat Airport (ASB)
For a one-way ticket from London to Ashgabat Airport, Rs109,827 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip starting from Rs198,144. These are the lowest fares right now and may vary depending on availability.
Lock in cheap tickets from London to ASB by booking 9 months ahead. Based on flight price data, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from London to Ashgabat Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best price across every month.
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The best time to fly from London to Ashgabat Airport (ASB)
February is the quietest time to travel to Ashgabat. Alternatively, join the crowds and go in August. This is the most popular month for flights from London to Ashgabat Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Ashgabat. The warmest month is July. Book your flights from London to ASB during then and you can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 39ºC.
Visit in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Temperatures average between -1ºC and 13ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from London to Ashgabat Airport.
More about Ashgabat
You have your flight from London to Ashgabat Airport organised, so all you need to do is search for a hotel in Ashgabat. Put your suitcase down at Otel and make the most of its services and amenities.
Arch of Neutrality and Gypjak Mosque are just two of the top attractions to add to your Ashgabat must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Ashgabat National Museum of History.
Complete your Ashgabat trip with a car rental
Hop behind the wheel of one of our car rentals in Ashgabat and see the sights at your own pace. Easily compare prices from trusted rental companies in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from London to Ashgabat Airport.
