Flying from London to Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA): What you need to know
The timezone in Oranjestad is UTC-4, which is four hours behind London. Queen Beatrix International Airport is located in Oranjestad.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from London to AUA.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Travelling from central London to LHR takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you've booked an early flight from London to Queen Beatrix International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
78% of flights leaving from London Heathrow Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can arrive at LGW from central London in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your London to AUA flight? Check in to a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
The majority of flights that leave London Gatwick Airport get to their destination on schedule. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 82%.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
From central London, STN is around 56 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to arrive by car and 45 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay close to London Stansted Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early London to Queen Beatrix International Airport flight:
STN has a reliable on-time arrivals rating of 80%, so you can rely on your flight to stay on schedule and touch down as expected.
About Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London to Queen Beatrix International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near AUA instead:
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around two weeks before your London to Queen Beatrix International Airport flight.
Getting from Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA) to central Oranjestad
Central Oranjestad is around 6 kilometres from Queen Beatrix International Airport and takes about 10 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Queen Beatrix International Airport is 360 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 684 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from London to AUA. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest London to Queen Beatrix International Airport tickets across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from London to Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning the timing of your trip. December is the quietest month to visit Oranjestad. January is when most people book flights from London to Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Lock in a London to AUA plane ticket departing in September if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Oranjestad to range from 27ºC (81ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
February has temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Search for cheap tickets from London to Queen Beatrix International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Oranjestad
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Oranjestad right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from London to Queen Beatrix International Airport:
There are loads of fantastic things to do in Oranjestad when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick things off at Manchebo Beach followed by Druif Beach and Renaissance Island.