Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG): what you need to know
Edmonton's timezone is UTC-7, making Edmonton seven hours behind London.
Your LHR to YEG flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Edmonton International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between LHR and YEG:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Vancouver International Airport
Calgary Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
Currently, 305 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Edmonton International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 494 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LHR to YEG. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Edmonton International Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Finding cheap flights from LHR to YEG is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Edmonton International Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Of the flights that depart from London Heathrow Airport, 78% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach London Heathrow Airport from central London, it'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 25 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near LHR. Whether you have an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Edmonton International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a London Heathrow Airport to Edmonton International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near YEG instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Edmonton International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Alamo or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Edmonton and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Edmonton International Airport around one week before travelling.
When to fly to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
July is the busiest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Edmonton International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Edmonton in February.
The warmest month in Edmonton is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Lock in your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Edmonton International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
February has average temperatures of between -25ºC (-13ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LHR to YEG around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Edmonton, now it's time to discover other parts of Canada. Travel about 274 kilometres south to Calgary to check off its leading sights. From Calgary Stampede Trailblazer Centre to Calgary Tower and Peace Bridge, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Canada, head for Saskatoon, about 483 kilometres east of Edmonton. Remai Modern, Wanuskewin Heritage Park and St. John's Anglican Cathedral are highlights.
