Flying from London to Puerto Maldonado Airport (PEM): What you need to know
When planning a flight from London to Puerto Maldonado Airport (PEM), you'll have a good choice of airports to jet out of. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Puerto Maldonado Airport is located in Puerto Maldonado. The city runs on the UTC-5 timezone and is five hours behind London.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from London to PEM.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Travelling from central London to LHR takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from London to Puerto Maldonado Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near London Heathrow Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, data shows 68.18% of flights complete their journey on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
On public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your London to PEM flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is around 64 kilometres from central London. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your London to Puerto Maldonado Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Stansted Airport make departure day a breeze if you're jetting off early:
Flights that depart from STN arrive at their destination as scheduled 64.73% of the time.
About Puerto Maldonado Airport (PEM)
Have a late flight from London to Puerto Maldonado Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near PEM and turn out the lights sooner:
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Puerto Maldonado Airport (PEM)
Rs125,068 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from London to Puerto Maldonado Airport. A return flight starts at Rs252,579. These prices may change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from London to PEM if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your London to Puerto Maldonado Airport ticket.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal comes up on flight tickets from London to PEM.
Find a cheap flight from London to Puerto Maldonado Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from London to Puerto Maldonado Airport (PEM)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from London to Puerto Maldonado Airport (PEM). August is when most people travel to Puerto Maldonado. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in April.
Before locking in your London to PEM flight ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. September is the warmest month in Puerto Maldonado, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 38ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from London to Puerto Maldonado Airport in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC and 32ºC.
More about Puerto Maldonado
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Puerto Maldonado right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from London to Puerto Maldonado Airport:
Your trip to Puerto Maldonado wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Attractions worth exploring include Jungle Nature Hikes, Monkey Island and Amazon Shelter.
Explore more of Peru
Puerto Maldonado is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Peru waiting to be discovered. Around 290 kilometres south-west of Puerto Maldonado, a visit to Sicuani will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Plazoleta Malecon Vilcanota, Plaza de Armas de Sicuani and Plazoleta Pampacucho.
Around 290 kilometres south-west of Puerto Maldonado, Ayaviri is another favourite stop in Peru. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Centro Cultural San Juan Pablo II, mirador la verde moya Park and Plaza de Armas de Ayaviri.
