Flying from Yiwu Airport (YIW) to London: what you need to know
London is eight hours behind Yiwu, where Yiwu Airport is located. London follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your YIW to London flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
YIW is about 5 kilometres from central Yiwu. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near YIW. Whether you've booked an early flight from Yiwu Airport to London or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are a convenient choice:
86.6% of flights departing from Yiwu Airport arrive at their destination as planned. Given its strong performance rating, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from YIW.
You'll find YIW at W Ring Rd..
How to find the cheapest flights from Yiwu Airport (YIW) to London
Rs129,057 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Yiwu Airport to London flight. A return flight ticket starts from Rs237,530. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from YIW to London, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for a Yiwu Airport to London ticket.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is roughly 31 kilometres. It'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour to get there using public transport.
Think about booking a hotel near LHR if you're coming in on a late flight from Yiwu Airport to London. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and experience more of London and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from London Heathrow Airport about one week ahead of your flight from YIW to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is roughly 80 kilometres from central London. After your flight from Yiwu 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.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to LGW. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your YIW to London flight:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and be off and running.
Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from LGW three weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Stansted Airport (STN) is around 64 kilometres from the centre of London. It'll take you about 1 hour to get to the city centre in a cab or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Yiwu Airport to London.
Public transport can get you there in roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your trip by choosing a hotel near STN after your YIW to London flight. Recharge after a day of travel or just take a moment to get your bearings in a new city at:
Start your travels without stressing about how to reach your next stop with a Stansted Airport rental car. Book your wheels with trusted companies here like Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar.
Around four weeks ahead of your flight from Yiwu Airport to London is the ideal time to book your ride from STN. You're more likely to lock in a better rate or even pick up some early bird discounts.
Best time to go to London
Visit London during peak season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Yiwu Airport to London during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Lock in a Yiwu Airport to London flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from YIW to London around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about London
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in London right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Yiwu Airport to London:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. The British Museum, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned London itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've visited London, now it's time to explore other corners of United Kingdom. Travel around 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to check off its must-visit sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Bristol is another standout 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.
