Flying from London to Jose Marti International Airport (HAV): What you need to know
When organising your flight from London to Jose Marti International Airport (HAV), you'll have a good selection of airports to leave from. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
The timezone in Havana is UTC-4, which is four hours behind London. Jose Marti International Airport is located in Havana.
Your flight from London to HAV won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from London to HAV. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular airports:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Located around 31 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour.
In search of a comfortable hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Jose Marti International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, 68.18% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Split up your flight from London to Jose Marti International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some top stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and HAV are:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Using public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in about 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to HAV flight:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Whether just for an hour or a few days, a stopover can make your entire trip feel a bit less hectic. When jetting out of Stansted Airport (STN), you can book a plane ticket from London to Jose Marti International Airport (HAV) stopping at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD).
From central London, STN is around 64 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour to arrive by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so on public transport.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your London to Jose Marti International Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Stansted Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're setting off early:
The on-time performance record of STN is 64.73%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
About Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
Have a late flight from London to Jose Marti International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near HAV and shut your eyes sooner:
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
P24,545 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London to Jose Marti International Airport. A return flight starts from P37,577. These prices may change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from London to HAV if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from London to Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
April is the quietest month for flights from London to Jose Marti International Airport (HAV), while August is the most popular. Find the ideal time to visit Havana based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a London to HAV plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Havana to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from London to Jose Marti International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Havana
After booking your flight from London to Jose Marti International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Havana:
You'll find loads of awesome things to do in Havana when you're ready to see the sights. Kick off your exploring at Paseo del Malecón followed by Old Havana and La habana.
Explore more of Cuba
Santa Clara is just one of the many places in Cuba waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Havana. Around 257 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Che Guevara Mausoleum, Plaza de La Revolución Ernesto Che Guevara, Santa Clara Cuba and Abbey Road Park (The Beatles park).
If there's time to check out another great destination in Cuba, head for Pinar del Río, roughly 145 kilometres south-west of Havana. Parque Nacional Peninsula de Gunanahacabibes, Martí Park and Independencia Park are among the biggest draws.