Flying from Split Airport (SPU) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Split Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Split.
Each week, there are five Split Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights. If you prefer to get going early, take the 11:40 British Airways flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 19:25 with British Airways.
Leave enough time to catch your SPU to LHR flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Travelling to London (and then discovering more of United Kingdom!) is a breeze with British Airways. This popular carrier has direct flights from Split Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
Most travellers choose to fly with British Airways on this route.
Croatia Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers SPU to LHR flights.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Split Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SPU and LHR:
Frankfurt Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Split Airport (SPU) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Right now, R 1,468 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Split Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 2,941. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get cheap tickets from SPU to LHR, book your trip 11 months before your planned departure.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Split Airport to London Heathrow Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SPU to LHR by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Handy information about Split Airport (SPU)
77.36% of flights that depart Split Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Split to Split Airport is around 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey on public transport will take about 55 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near SPU? If you're catching an early flight from Split Airport to London Heathrow Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Consider staying in a hotel near LHR if you're taking a late Split Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a London Heathrow Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport to the centre of London has a drive time of about 55 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Split Airport to London Heathrow Airport. July is the most popular month to head to London. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Split Airport to London Heathrow Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SPU to LHR in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom waiting to be explored. About 161 kilometres north-west of London, a visit to Birmingham will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.