Flying from Nanaimo to London: what you need to know
London has a number of airports you can jet into. Make your landing at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). Alternatively, arrive at London Luton Airport (LTN) or London City Airport (LCY).
London's timezone is UTC+0, which makes London eight hours ahead of Nanaimo.
To ensure you catch your Nanaimo to London flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nanaimo to London
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Nanaimo to London flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
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Arriving in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London takes around 55 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 23 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Nanaimo to London, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near LHR:
Pick up a London Heathrow Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are popular providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from London Heathrow Airport about one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Central London is located around 40 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). As soon as your flight from Nanaimo to London has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 1 hour 20 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 30 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near LGW. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Nanaimo to London:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and get going in the blink of an eye.
Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from LGW three weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a greater range of vehicles.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Step off your flight from Nanaimo to London and travel to your hotel or start exploring right away. Central London is around 48 kilometres from Stansted Airport (STN) and takes roughly 1 hour to drive there.
If you go by public transport, the journey takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your break by checking in to a hotel near STN after your Nanaimo to London flight. Recover from your travel day or simply take a moment to get your bearings in a new destination at:
Be in the driver's seat of the next part of your journey by picking up a Stansted Airport rental car. Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar are dependable companies for booking.
Plan ahead and put that extra money in your pocket. Book your vehicle from STN four weeks before your flight from Nanaimo to London for the best deals.
More about London
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in London right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Nanaimo to London:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are highlights which should feature on any well-planned London itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen London. Around 161 kilometres to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another favourite destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No journey is complete without a visit to Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.
