Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport (SKB): what you need to know
Basseterre's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Basseterre four hours behind London.
Leave enough time to make your LHR to SKB 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 will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LHR and SKB:
Grantley Adams International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport (SKB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport flight is 493 €. A return plane ticket right now is 621 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LHR to SKB if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when looking for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from LHR to SKB by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Of all flights leaving London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% land on schedule at their destination.
London Heathrow Airport is around 31 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near LHR? If you're boarding an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport (SKB)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SKB if you have a late London Heathrow Airport to Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport rental car and discover Basseterre and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Avis and Hertz are popular outlets to choose from here.
Give yourself a better shot at snagging the best rate by booking as early as you can. Reserving your vehicle from Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance is a smart idea.
Getting from Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport (SKB) to central Basseterre
Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport to the centre of Basseterre has a drive time of about 5 minutes. It's approximately 2 kilometres away.
When to fly to Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport (SKB)
February is the most popular month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Basseterre in April.
The warmest month in Basseterre is September, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LHR to SKB in February. Average temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of Saint Kitts and Nevis
Get more out of your Saint Kitts and Nevis trip by exploring beyond Basseterre. About 14 kilometres away to the north-west, Saint Paul's is another exciting city to include in your itinerary. Check off some of its biggest sights like Dieppe Bay while you're there.
Time for another stop? Head for Trinity. It's located about 5 kilometres west of Basseterre and is known for highlights like Fairview Great House & Botanical Garden.