Travelling from London to Hobart International Airport (HBA): What you need to know
When organising your flight from London to Hobart International Airport (HBA), you'll have a good range of airports to leave from. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
The timezone in Hobart is UTC+11, which is 11 hours ahead of London. Hobart International Airport is located in Hobart.
Your flight from London to HBA won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
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 will take roughly 1 hour.
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68.18% of flights that depart London Heathrow Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can arrive at LGW from the centre of London in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to travel the 80 kilometres or so.
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As far as flight punctuality goes, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is around 64 kilometres from central London. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour. If you're thinking about using public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay close to Stansted Airport and know you'll get to the terminal with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early London to Hobart International Airport flight:
The on-time performance rating of STN is 64.73%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive as planned.
About Hobart International Airport (HBA)
Have a late flight from London to Hobart International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near HBA and be in snooze mode sooner:
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Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your London to Hobart International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Hobart International Airport (HBA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Hobart International Airport is 488 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 981 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from London to HBA. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
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The best time to fly from London to Hobart International Airport (HBA)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to go to Hobart. July is when most people book flights from London to Hobart International Airport (HBA), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
Lock in a London to HBA plane ticket departing in January if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Hobart to range from 9ºC (48ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
August has temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap tickets from London to Hobart International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Hobart
Start your Hobart trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Hobart International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
You'll find loads of terrific things to do in Hobart when you're ready to see the sights. Kick off your itinerary at Museum of Old and New Art followed by Wineglass Bay Day Tours and World Heritage Area.
Explore more of Australia
Hobart has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Australia waiting to be explored. Around 161 kilometres north of Hobart, a trip to Launceston will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Tasmanian Wine & Cheese Tours, Kings Park and Cataract Gorge Scenic Chairlift.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Australia, head for Burnie, about 241 kilometres north-west of Hobart. Penguin Observation Centre, Cooee Beach and Emu Valley Rhododendron Garden are key highlights.