Travelling from London to La Florida Airport (LSC): What you need to know
London has numerous airports where you can begin your next adventure. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to La Florida Airport (LSC). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other major bases.
La Serena is three hours behind London. La Florida Airport is located in La Serena, which follows the UTC-3 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to LSC. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to visit a new city or just have a break during your travels. When searching for a cheap flight from London to LSC, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) is an option when leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
LHR is around 31 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from London to La Florida Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% land on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can reach LGW from the centre of London in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to travel the 80 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your London to LSC flight, stay in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
69.26% of flights departing London Gatwick Airport meet their expected arrival time.
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 taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Make catching an early London to La Florida Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Stansted Airport and get to your gate with time to spare:
Flights departing from STN arrive at their final stop within the expected time frame 64.73% of the time.
About La Florida Airport (LSC)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London to La Florida Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near LSC instead:
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Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your London to La Florida Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from La Florida Airport (LSC) to central La Serena
The centre of La Serena is about 5 kilometres from La Florida Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
It takes roughly 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to La Florida Airport (LSC)
458 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London to La Florida Airport. Return flights start from 1.083 €. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from London to LSC if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest London to La Florida Airport tickets across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from London to La Florida Airport.
The best time to fly from London to La Florida Airport (LSC)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from London to La Florida Airport (LSC). June is the busiest month to visit La Serena. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in May.
Lock in a London to LSC plane ticket departing in February if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in La Serena to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from London to La Florida Airport in July when temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about La Serena
Start your La Serena trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from London to La Florida Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Cerro Tololo Inter-American Observatory, Plaza de Armas and Observatorio Astronomico la Silla de Eso are must-visits when exploring La Serena.
Explore more of Chile
La Serena is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Chile waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometres north of La Serena, a trip to Copiapo will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Laguna Verde, Desierto Florido and San Jose Mine (Los 33).
Vallenar is another essential stop in Chile and is around 153 kilometres north of La Serena. No trip is complete without seeing Iglesia Corazon de Maria, Torre Centenario and Plaza Ambrosio O'Higgins.