Travelling from London to Porto Airport (OPO): what you need to know
London has multiple airports where you can take off on adventures. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to Porto Airport (OPO). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the other main bases in the city.
Porto (where Porto Airport is located) and London share the UTC+0 timezone. You can fly without needing to calculate any time difference.
The most popular route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Porto Airport (OPO), with 35 direct services every week. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LHR to OPO is the 05:20 easyJet service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 21:35 with TAP Air Portugal.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to OPO. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even explore another city. When browsing flights from London to OPO departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The distance from central London to LHR is roughly 31 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Catching an early flight from London to Porto Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near London Heathrow Airport:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Searching for other options for a direct flight from London to Porto Airport (OPO)? Check out the fares flying out of London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
There are numerous airlines that operate direct flights from London to OPO. Compare your options below to see which carrier best fits your schedule leaving from LGW:
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to freshen up with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from London to Porto Airport, browse these options when heading out from London Gatwick Airport:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
On public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 1 hour and 26 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from London to OPO, take it easy in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
About Porto Airport (OPO)
Book a hotel near OPO if you're catching a late flight from London to Porto Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Porto Airport (OPO) to central Porto
Porto Airport to central Porto is around 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 16 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 49 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Porto Airport (OPO)
Pick up a one-way ticket from London to Porto Airport from R 566 or travel return from just R 943. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from London to OPO, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool and compare the prices of tickets from London to Porto Airport across each month. We've made the lowest fares green, making it easy to choose a flight within your budget.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from London to OPO. There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped. We'll tell you the moment the price changes.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from London to Porto Airport. Simply select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
The best time to fly from London to Porto Airport (OPO)
August is the most popular month to hop on a flight from London to Porto Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Porto, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Porto. The warmest month is August. Book your flights from London to OPO sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 32ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from London to Porto Airport in January when temperatures average between 3ºC and 14ºC.
More about Porto
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Porto right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from London to Porto Airport:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Livraria Lello, Ribeira District and The Douro River are must-do's during your Porto adventure.
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