Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Skopje International Airport (SKP): what you need to know
The timezone in Skopje is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of London.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your LHR to SKP flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Skopje International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LHR and SKP:
Vienna International Airport
W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Skopje International Airport (SKP)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Skopje International Airport flight is 77 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 149 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LHR to SKP if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Skopje International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach London Heathrow Airport from central London, it takes around 55 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Taking an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Skopje International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to LHR:
Arriving at Skopje International Airport (SKP)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late London Heathrow Airport to Skopje International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SKP instead:
Pick up a Skopje International Airport rental car and discover Skopje and beyond with your own wheels. 387rentacar, Avant Car and Carwiz are leading providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Skopje International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to central Skopje
Skopje International Airport is roughly 24 kilometres from central Skopje. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Skopje International Airport (SKP)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Skopje International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Skopje. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Skopje International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Skopje, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LHR to SKP in January. Average temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of North Macedonia
You've seen Skopje, now it's time to explore other parts of North Macedonia. Travel about 105 kilometres south to Bitola to tick off its top sights. From Memorial Park Beit Haim-Monastir to Od Babam Bitola Odgleduvcnica za Sarplaninci and Park Karposh Bitola, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Kumanovo is another sought-after destination in North Macedonia and is around 29 kilometres north-east of Skopje. No journey is complete without visiting MTB Road Cross Cycling Kumanovo, Pivo Park and Monument to the People's Revolution.