Travelling from London to Hector International Airport (FAR): What you need to know
London has plenty of airports to take off from. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to Hector International Airport (FAR). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the other main bases in the city.
Hector International Airport is located in Fargo. The city follows the UTC-5 timezone and is five hours behind London.
To ensure you catch your flight from London to FAR, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from London to FAR leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Some popular options include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Located around 31 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from London to Hector International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are the ideal choice:
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, data shows 68.18% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Make the most of your trip with a stopover on your flight from London to Hector International Airport. Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) is a popular option between London Gatwick Airport and FAR.
LGW is around 80 kilometres from central London. It'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to FAR flight:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is roughly 64 kilometres from central London. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're planning to use public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to Stansted Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early London to Hector International Airport flight:
Flights that leave from STN arrive at their final stop within the expected time frame 64.73% of the time.
About Hector International Airport (FAR)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London to Hector International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near FAR instead:
Getting from Hector International Airport (FAR) to central Fargo
Hector International Airport to the centre of Fargo is about 5 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Hector International Airport (FAR)
512 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from London to Hector International Airport. Return flights start from 852 €. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from London to FAR. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Affordable London to Hector International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from London to Hector International Airport. Choose the departure times, airlines and number of stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from London to Hector International Airport (FAR)
August is the most popular month for flights from London to Hector International Airport (FAR). Visit Fargo in February for a more low-key escape.
When booking your London to FAR plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Fargo, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -23ºC (-9ºF) and -3ºC (27ºF). Search for cheap tickets from London to Hector International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Fargo
Start your Fargo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London to Hector International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Fargo Theatre and Red River Zoo are just two of the big attractions to add to your Fargo itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Lewis & Clark Park.
Explore more of the United States
Fargo has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 113 kilometres north of Fargo, a visit to Grand Forks will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like North Dakota Museum of Art, Greater Grand Forks Fair and Japanese Gardens.
Aberdeen is another essential stop in the United States and is around 209 kilometres south-west of Fargo. No journey is complete without seeing The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Dacotah Prairie Museum and 16th Street Park.