Flying from Townsville Airport (TSV) to London: what you need to know
London is ten hours behind Townsville, where Townsville Airport is located. London runs on the UTC+0 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your TSV to London flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Planning to travel during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
The journey from central Townsville to TSV takes around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel close to TSV? If you've booked an early flight from Townsville Airport to London, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Townsville Airport, 71.52% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Townsville Airport (TSV) to London
P29,242 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Townsville Airport to London flight. Return plane tickets start at P77,754. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from TSV to London, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to the centre of London takes around 55 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 31 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Townsville Airport to London. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Travel at your own speed with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and see more of London and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport around one week ahead of your flight from TSV to London can help you lock in the lowest rate.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Central London is around 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). After your flight from Townsville Airport to London has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 30 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near LGW. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your TSV to London flight:
Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia make picking up a London Gatwick Airport rental car quick and easy. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from LGW three weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Set your sights on the city centre after your flight from Townsville Airport to London has landed. Central London is about 64 kilometres from Stansted Airport (STN) and takes roughly 1 hour to reach by cab or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, the journey takes around 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey into the centre, head for a hotel close to STN. Get comfortable at one of these stays after your TSV to London flight:
Whether you'd like a mini for a solo trip or a roomy SUV to transport your group, you'll find the right Stansted Airport rental car for you. Explore the types of wheels available from providers such as Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar.
Get ahead of the game and reap the rewards. Book your vehicle from STN four weeks before your flight from Townsville Airport to London to access the best rates.
Best time to go to London
Travel to London in peak season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Townsville Airport to London during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Lock in a Townsville Airport to London plane ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from TSV to London around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about London
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in London right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Townsville Airport to London:
The British Museum and Big Ben are just the start of the major attractions to add to your London travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Buckingham Palace.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom just waiting to be discovered. Around 161 kilometres north-west of London, a visit to Birmingham will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you're looking to explore another corner of United Kingdom, head for Bristol, about 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are the start of reasons to visit.