Travelling from London to Ioannina Airport (IOA): What you need to know
London has plenty of airports to fly out of. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to Ioannina Airport (IOA). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.
The timezone in Ioannina is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of London. Ioannina Airport is located in Ioannina.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to IOA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During peak travel periods, allow for extended wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from London to IOA even cheaper with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search to discover where you could make a quick stop. Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) is an option when departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
LHR is about 31 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you have an early flight from London to Ioannina Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels have you covered:
Of the departures from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% land on schedule at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Consider adding a stopover to your journey at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH). It's a key transfer point for flights from London to Ioannina Airport (IOA) leaving London Gatwick Airport.
On public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to IOA flight:
69.26% of flights departing London Gatwick Airport meet their expected arrival time.
Stansted Airport (STN)
You can book a flight ticket from London to Ioannina Airport (IOA) out of Stansted Airport (STN) with a stopover. Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) is a busy connecting point.
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 take public transport.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay near Stansted Airport and know you'll make it to your boarding gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early London to Ioannina Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights arrive within the expected time frame. At STN, that figure is 64.73%.
About Ioannina Airport (IOA)
Book a hotel near IOA if you have a late flight from London to Ioannina Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Pick up an Ioannina Airport rental car and explore Ioannina and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Drive and Alamo are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around three weeks ahead of your London to Ioannina Airport flight.
Getting from Ioannina Airport (IOA) to central Ioannina
The centre of Ioannina is about 5 kilometres from Ioannina Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of time.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Ioannina Airport (IOA)
Rs33,009 is the best price for a one-way ticket from London to Ioannina Airport. Return flights start at Rs57,018. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from London to IOA if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
Cheap London to Ioannina Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from London to Ioannina Airport (IOA)
February is the quietest month for flights from London to Ioannina Airport (IOA), while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Ioannina based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Ioannina is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 34ºC. Book your London to IOA flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from London to Ioannina Airport in January when temperatures are between -5ºC and 9ºC.
More about Ioannina
After booking your flight from London to Ioannina Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Ioannina:
Your Ioannina visit isn't complete without checking out the sights. Attractions that belong on your itinerary include Byzantine Museum of Ioannina, Archontiko Misiou and Castle of Ioannina.
Explore more of Greece
Thessaloniki is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Ioannina. Around 209 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Church of Agia Sofia, Explore Thessaloniki and Monument of Alexander The Great.
Larisa is another favourite destination in Greece and is around 137 kilometres east of Ioannina. No journey is complete without experiencing Ancient Theatre A, War Memorial and Larissa Ancient Ruins.