Flying from London to Ivalo Airport (IVL): What you need to know
London has numerous airports to start your journey from. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to Ivalo Airport (IVL). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.
Ivalo Airport is located in Ivalo. The city is in the UTC+3 timezone and is three hours ahead of London.
To ensure you catch your flight from London to IVL, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
With more people on the move during high season, it's wise to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you stay ahead of the crowds.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from London to IVL departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Here's where you could connect through:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Located around 31 kilometres from the centre of London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from London to Ivalo Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Of the flights that depart from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% touch down on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Planning to leave from London Gatwick Airport (LGW)? Direct London to Ivalo Airport (IVL) flight tickets are available from this popular hub.
From LGW, direct flights from London to IVL are offered by British Airways.
On the LGW to IVL route, British Airways is the preferred choice for many passengers.
LGW is around 80 kilometres from central London. It'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your London to IVL flight, kick back in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance of 69.26%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that take off from this airport reach their destination on time.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Reserve a flight ticket from London to Ivalo Airport (IVL) departing from Stansted Airport (STN) with one or more stops. Popular stopovers between STN and IVL are:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
From the centre of London, STN is around 64 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour to get there by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so on public transport.
Make departure day worry-free — stay near Stansted Airport and know you'll get to your gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early London to Ivalo Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights land within the expected time frame. At STN, that figure is 64.73%.
About Ivalo Airport (IVL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London to Ivalo Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near IVL instead:
Pick up an Ivalo Airport rental car and explore Ivalo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar and Europcar are top providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your London to Ivalo Airport flight.
Getting from Ivalo Airport (IVL) to central Ivalo
Ivalo Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Ivalo. How long it takes to get to the centre by car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Ivalo Airport (IVL)
Right now, Rs41,677 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Ivalo Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs61,554. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book seven months before travelling. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from London to IVL.
December is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a London to Ivalo Airport ticket. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on flight tickets from London to IVL.
Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from London to Ivalo Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from London to Ivalo Airport (IVL)
May is the quietest month for flights from London to Ivalo Airport (IVL), while March is the most popular. Figure out the best time to go to Ivalo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Ivalo is July, with temperatures ranging between 7ºC and 22ºC. Book your London to IVL flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from London to Ivalo Airport in January when temperatures are between -19ºC and -5ºC.
More about Ivalo
Start your Ivalo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Ivalo Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Your Ivalo trip should come with a side of sightseeing. Major attractions that are worth your time include Koirapuisto, Näverniemen Lomakylä and Alko Ivalo.
Explore more of Finland
Ivalo will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Finland just waiting to be discovered. About 241 kilometres south of Ivalo, a visit to Rovaniemi will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Santa Claus Village - Christmas House, Santa Claus Village and Christmas Reindeer.
Around 209 kilometres south of Ivalo, Kemijärvi is another favourite stop in Finland. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Pöyliövaara nature trail, Havumetsän Huskyt and Kemijärvi Snowmobile and Sawmill Museum.
