Travelling from London to Fukushima Airport (FKS): What you need to know
London has numerous airports to leave from. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to Fukushima Airport (FKS). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other major bases.
Fukushima is nine hours ahead of London. Fukushima Airport is located in Fukushima, which operates on the UTC+9 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from London to FKS.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
LHR is about 31 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from London to Fukushima Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to London Heathrow Airport:
68.18% of flights that take off from London Heathrow Airport land at their destination on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can reach LGW from the centre of London in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to travel the 80 kilometres or so.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to FKS flight:
69.26% of flights out of London Gatwick Airport arrive according to schedule.
Stansted Airport (STN)
The journey time to STN from the centre of London is around 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early London to Fukushima Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Stansted Airport and get to the check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
The on-time performance rate of STN is 64.73%. In other words, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Fukushima Airport (FKS)
Once your flight from London to Fukushima Airport has landed, relax and unwind at a hotel close by. Hotel Wing International Sukagawa is a great option just a short drive from FKS.
The address for FKS is Kitasugama 県道63号線, Ishikawa District.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Fukushima Airport (FKS)
Currently, Rs340,407 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Fukushima Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs422,654. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from London to FKS, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Affordable London to Fukushima Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from London to Fukushima Airport (FKS)
February is the quietest month for flights from London to Fukushima Airport (FKS), while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Fukushima based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your London to FKS flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Fukushima, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from London to Fukushima Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC and 6ºC.
More about Fukushima
Start your Fukushima trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Fukushima Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. Mt. Azuma-Kofuji, Oyama Shrine and Azuma Kofuji are top sights which should be on any well-planned Fukushima itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Fukushima will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Japan waiting to be explored. About 209 kilometres south of Fukushima, a trip to Yokohama will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Pacifico Yokohama, Yokohama Minato Mirai 21 and Minato Mirai 21.
Kawasaki is another essential stop in Japan and is around 193 kilometres south of Fukushima. No journey is complete without experiencing Cherry Blossom Trees of Asao River, Tofuku-ji Temple and Keihin Fushimi Inari Shrine.
