Travelling from London to Niamey Airport (NIM): What you need to know
London has plenty of airports to take off from. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to Niamey Airport (NIM). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.
The timezone in Niamey is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of London. Niamey Airport is located in Niamey.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to NIM. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, plan to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from London to NIM leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Mohamed V International Airport (CMN)
LHR is around 31 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London to Niamey Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68.18% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Cross another spot off your travel list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from London to Niamey Airport, check out these options when departing from London Gatwick Airport:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Mohamed V International Airport (CMN)
Using public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your London to NIM flight? Check in to a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance rate of 69.26%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is roughly 64 kilometres from central London. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay near Stansted Airport and know you'll make it to the terminal with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early London to Niamey Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights get to their destinations without delays. At STN, that rate is 64.73%.
About Niamey Airport (NIM)
Stay minutes from the runway after your flight from London to Niamey Airport. Hotel Univers 3 Aeroport Luxe is a comfortable option close to NIM. Or check in and relax at Au Havre de Paix before travelling to your final destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Niamey Airport (NIM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Niamey Airport is Rs112,607. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs226,301. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from London to NIM if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your London to Niamey Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from London to Niamey Airport (NIM)
February is the quietest month for flights from London to Niamey Airport (NIM), while July is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Niamey based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a London to NIM flight ticket departing in April if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Niamey to range from 23ºC to 42ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from London to Niamey Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC and 34ºC.
More about Niamey
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Niamey right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from London to Niamey Airport:
You'll find loads of things to do in Niamey when you're ready to see the sights. Head straight for Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help followed by National Museum of Niger (Musee National du Niger) and Parc d'amitié turque-Niger.
Explore more of Niger
Squeeze more into your Niger getaway by venturing beyond Niamey. About 209 kilometres away to the north-east, Abala is another city to include in your itinerary. Tick off some of its biggest sights such as Mosquée d'Abala while you're here.
