Flying from Luxor International Airport (LXR) to London: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Luxor International Airport to London and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 21 minutes.
The timezone in London is UTC+0. The city is 2 hours behind Luxor, where Luxor International Airport is located.
To ensure you get on your flight from LXR to London, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can catch a nonstop flight from Luxor International Airport to London that arrives at London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Be on the lookout for offers from EgyptAir. This airline has direct flights from Luxor International Airport to London.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from LXR to London. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
If you hold a passport from Egypt, you will need an embassy visa to enter United Kingdom. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Luxor International Airport to London for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and certainly before flying.
LXR is about 11 kilometres from central Luxor. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 22 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient place to stay before your flight from Luxor International Airport to London? Check out Fontana Luxor Hostel. Catch some z's here before making your way to LXR.
How to find the cheapest flights from Luxor International Airport (LXR) to London
55 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Luxor International Airport to London. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 235 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book 5 months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LXR to London.
The cheapest month for tickets from Luxor International Airport to London is January. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is around 31 kilometres from central London. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 57 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour and 1 minute.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Luxor International Airport to London. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
As soon as your flight from Luxor International Airport to London has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 1 hour and 19 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
The trip will take approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from LXR to London, tuck yourself in at a hotel near LGW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to London
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Luxor International Airport to London. July is the most popular month to travel to London. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Luxor International Airport to London for July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap flights from LXR to London sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about London
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in London right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Luxor International Airport to London:
Big Ben and The British Museum are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your London itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Buckingham Palace.
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