Flying from London to Castries: what you need to know
Take your pick of numerous airports when planning a flight from London to Castries. Check out your options for jetting out of London from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or London Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
Touch down in Castries at St Lucia Hewanorra Airport (UVF) or St Lucia Vigie Airport (SLU).
The average time for a direct London to Castries flight is 9 hours.
Castries is four hours behind London and follows the UTC-4 timezone.
For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your London to Castries flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Castries
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap London to Castries flights if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
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Flying from London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even explore another city. When searching for London to Castries flights leaving from London Heathrow Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
Bridgetown Airport (BGI)
Travelling from central London to LHR takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After an easy start to your journey? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from London to Castries or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Rather fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW)? This popular hub offers nonstop flights from London to Castries, seamlessly connecting you to St Lucia Hewanorra Airport (UVF).
From LGW, you can lock in a direct London to Castries plane ticket with British Airways.
Think about adding a stop at New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK). It's a major stopover on a London to Castries flight leaving London Gatwick Airport. Use a long layover to get out and explore, or take advantage of a short break to grab a bite to eat at the airport.
LGW is about 40 kilometres from central London. It takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to Castries:
Flights from London Gatwick Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 83% of them touching down on schedule.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
The trip to STN from central London is around 45 minutes on public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early London to Castries flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near London Stansted Airport and get to your gate with time to spare:
STN has a reliable on-time arrivals performance of 80%, so you can rely on your flight to stay on schedule and reach your final stop as expected.
Arriving in Castries
St Lucia Hewanorra Airport (UVF)
The distance from St Lucia Hewanorra Airport (UVF) to central Castries is roughly 31 kilometres. It'll take you about 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 2 hours.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from London to Castries. Reserve one of these accommodation options near UVF instead:
Follow your own route with a St Lucia Hewanorra Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Drive A Matic, Sixt or Final Rentals and venture far and wide through Castries and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from St Lucia Hewanorra Airport about one week ahead of your London to Castries flight.
St Lucia Vigie Airport (SLU)
After your flight from London to Castries has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 10 minutes by car. Central Castries is approximately 2 kilometres from St Lucia Vigie Airport (SLU).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 15 minutes or so.
After your flight from London to Castries, settle in at a hotel close to SLU. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a St Lucia Vigie Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Drive A Matic, Final Rentals or Sixt and make a speedy getaway.
Lock in the best price by booking your ride from SLU one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Castries
September is the quietest month for flights from London to Castries, while December is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Castries based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your London to Castries tickets, think about what kind of weather you prefer. September is the warmest month in Castries, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 30ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from London to Castries in February when temperatures average between 24ºC and 28ºC.
More about Castries
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Castries right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from London to Castries:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Vigie Beach, Malabar Beach and Morne Fortune are leading attractions which should be on every Castries itinerary.