Travelling from London to Ostend-Bruges International Airport (OST): What you need to know
Ostend-Bruges International Airport is located in Ostend. The city runs on the UTC+1 timezone and is one hour ahead of London.
To ensure you get on your flight from London to OST, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
LHR is around 24 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you've booked an early flight from London to Ostend-Bruges International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, 68% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
LGW is about 48 kilometres from central London. It takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your London to OST flight, unwind in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance of 70%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that depart from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
The journey time to STN from central London is around 45 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your London to Ostend-Bruges International Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near London Stansted Airport make departure day a breeze if you're setting off early:
The on-time performance rating of STN is 65%. In other words, that's how often flights that depart this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Ostend-Bruges International Airport (OST)
Have a late flight from London to Ostend-Bruges International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near OST and fast-forward to bedtime:
Getting from Ostend-Bruges International Airport (OST) to central Ostend
Central Ostend is about 5 kilometres from Ostend-Bruges International Airport. Travel times by car hire or taxi will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Ostend-Bruges International Airport (OST)
Right now, 114 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Ostend-Bruges International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 218 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from London to OST. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest London to Ostend-Bruges International Airport tickets across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from London to Ostend-Bruges International Airport (OST)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning the timing of your trip. December is the quietest month to visit Ostend. July is when most people book flights from London to Ostend-Bruges International Airport (OST), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
When booking your London to OST plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Ostend, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from London to Ostend-Bruges International Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Ostend
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Ostend right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from London to Ostend-Bruges International Airport:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Belgian Coast, Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul and The Crystal Ship are attractions you won't want to skip in Ostend.
Explore more of Belgium
Ostend has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Belgium waiting to be explored. Around 113 kilometres east of Ostend, a visit to Brussels will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Grand Place, Brussels Christmas Market and Atomium.
Charleroi is another must-experience destination in Belgium and is around 137 kilometres southeast of Ostend. No trip is complete without dropping by Canal Charleroi-Bruxelles, Musée de la Photographie and BPS22, Musee d'art de la Province de Hainaut.
