Travelling from Rockhampton Airport (ROK) to London: what you need to know
The timezone in London is UTC+0. The city is ten hours behind Rockhampton, where Rockhampton Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your ROK to London flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
The journey from central Rockhampton to ROK takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 3 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Rockhampton Airport to London? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near ROK:
67.08% of flights that take off from Rockhampton Airport make it to their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rockhampton Airport (ROK) to London
Rs184,572 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Rockhampton Airport to London flight. A return ticket right now is Rs373,453. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from ROK to London, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London takes about 55 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 31 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Rockhampton Airport to London, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near LHR:
Travel at your own speed with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and discover more of London and beyond.
Reserving your ride from London Heathrow Airport about one week ahead of your flight from ROK to London can help you lock in the best possible rate.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is about 80 kilometres from the centre of London. Once you've hopped off your flight from Rockhampton Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 30 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near LGW. Settle in and get cosy after your ROK to London flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a London Gatwick Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the rates and availability from Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at LGW will help you save.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Stansted Airport (STN) is about 64 kilometres from central London. It'll take you about 1 hour to reach the city centre by taxi or ride-share after your flight from Rockhampton Airport to London.
If you're using public transport, the journey time is around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Find a hotel close to STN and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you're coming in on a late ROK to London flight or just want an easier arrival, these accommodation options offer convenience when you need it most:
Be in control of the next part of your trip with a Stansted Airport rental car. Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar are dependable companies for booking.
If you're after a specific make or model, book your ride from STN about four weeks before your flight from Rockhampton Airport to London. This gives you a better shot at getting the car you prefer, along with a better price.
Best time to go to London
Travel to London during high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Rockhampton Airport to London during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Before booking a Rockhampton Airport to London plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ROK to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about London
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in London right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Rockhampton Airport to London:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. The British Museum, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace are highlights which should feature on any well-planned London itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've done London, now it's time to explore other parts of United Kingdom. Journey about 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to check off its top sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, your itinerary will be busy.
Bristol is another essential stop in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No journey is complete without dropping by Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.