Travelling from London to Mount Pleasant RAF Station Airport (MPN): What you need to know
The timezone in Stanley is UTC-3, which is three hours behind London. Mount Pleasant RAF Station Airport is located in Stanley.
Your flight from London to MPN won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, you'll want to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow extra time for delays.
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.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you've booked an early flight from London to Mount Pleasant RAF Station Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
Of the flights that depart from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
LGW is about 80 kilometres from central London. It'll take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your London to MPN flight? Check in to a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance rate of 69.26%. This figure provides insight into how often flights departing from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is around 64 kilometres from central London. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're planning to take public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay close to Stansted Airport and know you'll be at the terminal with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early London to Mount Pleasant RAF Station Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights land as expected. At STN, that rate is 64.73%.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Mount Pleasant RAF Station Airport (MPN)
Currently, 677 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Mount Pleasant RAF Station Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 2.088 €. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from London to MPN, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from London to Mount Pleasant RAF Station Airport (MPN)
May is the quietest month for flights from London to Mount Pleasant RAF Station Airport (MPN), while August is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit Stanley based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your London to MPN plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Stanley, with temperatures ranging from 6ºC (43ºF) to 14ºC (57ºF).
July has temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from London to Mount Pleasant RAF Station Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Stanley
Start your Stanley trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Mount Pleasant RAF Station Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Your visit to Stanley isn't complete without checking out the sights. Attractions you can't miss include Falkland Islands Museum, Christ Church Cathedral and Cape Pembroke Lighthouse.