Travelling from London to Sam Mbakwe International Airport (QOW): What you need to know
You can take your pick of a range of airports when planning your flight from London to Sam Mbakwe International Airport (QOW). Check out your options for jetting out of London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
Owerri is one hour ahead of London. Sam Mbakwe International Airport is located in Owerri, which follows the UTC+1 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from London to QOW.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
LHR is around 31 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London to Sam Mbakwe International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Of the flights that depart from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% touch down on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
LGW is about 80 kilometres from central London. It'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your London to QOW flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
69.26% of flights departing London Gatwick Airport make it to their destination as expected.
Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is around 64 kilometres from central London. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your London to Sam Mbakwe International Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Stansted Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're jetting off early:
The on-time performance rating of STN is 64.73%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights from this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Sam Mbakwe International Airport (QOW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Sam Mbakwe International Airport is Rs121,067. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs267,606. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from London to QOW if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest London to Sam Mbakwe International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a new deal shows up on flight tickets from London to QOW.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from London to Sam Mbakwe International Airport.
The best time to fly from London to Sam Mbakwe International Airport (QOW)
Picture the kind of break you want when picking your flight dates. February is the quietest month to go to Owerri. June is when most people book flights from London to Sam Mbakwe International Airport (QOW), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
Before locking in your London to QOW flight ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. January is the warmest month in Owerri, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 39ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from London to Sam Mbakwe International Airport in August if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 28ºC.
More about Owerri
After booking your flight from London to Sam Mbakwe International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Owerri:
Your visit to Owerri wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions that are worth your time include DREAM WORLD AMUSEMENT PARK, SPOTLITE GARDEN AND RESORT OWERRI and Dominion City Owerri.
Explore more of Nigeria
Benin City is just one of the many cities in Nigeria waiting to be explored once you've seen Owerri. Around 209 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Benin National Museum, Okomu National Park and botanical garden.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Nigeria, consider Enugu, about 121 kilometres north of Owerri. Nike Lake, Crush Rock Ishiagu and New peace park are key highlights.
