Traveling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Ashgabat Airport (ASB): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Ashgabat Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 5 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Ashgabat is UTC+5, which is five hours ahead of London.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LHR to ASB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Traveling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Turkmenistan Airlines is your gateway to exploring Ashgabat (and maybe even some other great parts of Turkmenistan!). Check out the direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Ashgabat Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of travelers choose to travel with Turkmenistan Airlines on this route.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Ashgabat Airport. Many passengers pass through Istanbul Ataturk Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Ashgabat Airport (ASB)
Currently, $444 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Ashgabat Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $854. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from LHR to ASB by booking at least seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Ashgabat Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from LHR to ASB.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
68.18% of flights that take off from London Heathrow Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central London to London Heathrow Airport is approximately 31 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 55 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour on public transport.
Need a handy hotel near LHR? If you've booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Ashgabat Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Ashgabat Airport (ASB)
Consider staying at Otel after arriving from your London Heathrow Airport to Ashgabat Airport flight. It's not too far from ASB and a good option if you're eager to relax as soon as possible.
Getting from Ashgabat Airport (ASB) to central Ashgabat
Ashgabat Airport to central Ashgabat has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometers away.
When to fly to Ashgabat Airport (ASB)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Ashgabat Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Ashgabat. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Ashgabat Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Ashgabat, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LHR to ASB in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of Turkmenistan
Mary is just one of the many places in Turkmenistan waiting to be discovered after you've seen Ashgabat. Around 306 kilometers away to the east, its best attractions include Bagtyyarlyk Seyilgahi, Memorial Square and Tebigat Seyilgahi.
Your trip through Turkmenistan isn't complete without visiting Balkanabat. Caravan Monument and Balkan Velayat Central Mosque are just a couple of highlights in this well-known destination, which is around 386 kilometers north-west of Ashgabat.