Travelling from London to Samarkand Airport (SKD): what you need to know
London has many 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 Samarkand Airport (SKD). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.
Samarkand Airport is located in Samarkand. The city operates in the UTC+5 timezone and is 5 hours ahead of London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from London to SKD.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Finding a stopover on your flight from London to SKD is a breeze. Whether you're eager to potentially save money on your fare or break up your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to check out your options. A popular stop when departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is Dubai Airport (DXB).
LHR is approximately 31 kilometres from central London. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will give you the quickest route and available public transport options.
Catching an early flight from London to Samarkand Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near London Heathrow Airport:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from London to Samarkand Airport, check out these options when heading out from London Gatwick Airport:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB)
LGW is about 80 kilometres from central London. It'll take you 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not spend an additional night away? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to SKD:
About Samarkand Airport (SKD)
If you're arriving on a late flight from London to Samarkand Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near SKD:
Getting from Samarkand Airport (SKD) to central Samarkand
Samarkand Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from central Samarkand. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 17 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Samarkand Airport (SKD)
For a one-way ticket from London to Samarkand Airport, R 3,507 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just R 6,668. These are currently the lowest fares but could change depending on availability.
We recommend booking as soon as possible to secure cheap tickets from London to SKD. You're more likely to snag a great deal and have a larger selection of flight times and travel dates.
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The best time to fly from London to Samarkand Airport (SKD)
July is the busiest month for flights from London to Samarkand Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Samarkand in February when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Samarkand is July, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from London to SKD in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from London to Samarkand Airport in January when temperatures average between -11ºC and 8ºC.
More about Samarkand
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Samarkand right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from London to Samarkand Airport:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Samarkand is to visit its most popular attractions. Highlights include Shah-i-Zinda Necropolis, Yangi Khayot Mfy and Armenian Apostolic Church.
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