Traveling from London to Saint Helena Airport (HLE): what you need to know
St. Helena's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as London. Saint Helena Airport is located in St. Helena.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from London to HLE. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
From central London, LHR is around 31 kilometers away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Have an early flight from London to Saint Helena Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to London Heathrow Airport:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
LGW is about 80 kilometers from central London. It'll take 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes.
You're off on vacation, so why not extend it with another night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to HLE:
About Saint Helena Airport (HLE)
After your flight from London to Saint Helena Airport has landed, relax at a hotel close by. Richards Travel Lodge is a comfortable option that's a quick drive from HLE.
Getting from Saint Helena Airport (HLE) to central St. Helena
Central St. Helena is about 1110 kilometers from Saint Helena Airport. Journey times by cab or car rental will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Saint Helena Airport (HLE)
For a one-way ticket from London to Saint Helena Airport, $1,346 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip starting from $2,719. These are currently the lowest fares and may vary based on availability.
We recommend booking as soon as you can to lock in cheap tickets from London to HLE. You're more likely to score a great deal and have a wider selection of flight times and travel dates.
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The best time to fly from London to Saint Helena Airport (HLE)
April is the quietest time of year to travel to St. Helena. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take your trip in March. This is the most popular month for flights from London to Saint Helena Airport, but the best time to go is your call.