Travelling from London to Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC): What you need to know
Port Harcourt is one hour ahead of London. Port Harcourt International Airport is located in Port Harcourt, which is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from London to PHC.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers are a great opportunity to discover a new city or just take a break during your trip. When searching for a cheap flight from London to PHC, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Abuja Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) is an option when departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Travelling from central London to LHR takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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78% of flights departing from London Heathrow Airport land at their destination on schedule.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
On public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
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London Gatwick Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 82% of flights departing here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is roughly 56 kilometres from central London. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 5 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your London to Port Harcourt International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near London Stansted Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're setting off early:
STN has a stellar on-time arrivals rating of 80%, so you can rely on your flight to stay on schedule and touch down when it should.
About Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC)
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Getting from Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC) to central Port Harcourt
Central Port Harcourt is around 40 kilometres from Port Harcourt International Airport and takes about 50 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC)
Rs132,583 is the best price for a one-way ticket from London to Port Harcourt International Airport. A return flight starts at Rs253,274. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from London to PHC if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from London to Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from London to Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC). February is the busiest month to visit Port Harcourt. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in December.
Book a London to PHC plane ticket departing in January if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Port Harcourt to range from 21ºC to 35ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from London to Port Harcourt International Airport in August when temperatures are between 20ºC and 27ºC.
More about Port Harcourt
Once you've booked your flight from London to Port Harcourt International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Port Harcourt:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. St. Paul's Anglican Cathedral, Diobu, Port Harcourt, Sand City Beach and Delight Zone Amusement Park are major attractions which should feature on any good Port Harcourt itinerary.
Explore more of Nigeria
Benin City is just one of the many cities in Nigeria waiting to be explored after you've experienced Port Harcourt. Around 209 kilometres away to the northwest, top sights here include Benin National Museum, Okomu National Park and botanical garden.
Around 177 kilometres north of Port Harcourt, Enugu is another essential stop in Nigeria. Start your sightseeing at Nike Lake, Ngwo Cave and Ngwo Park.