Travelling from London to Parma Airport (PMF): What you need to know
Parma is one hour ahead of London. Parma Airport is located in Parma, which is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from London to PMF. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers offer a great opportunity to discover a new city or just have a break during your journey. When looking for a cheap flight from London to PMF, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport (PMO) is an option when you're setting off from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
LHR is around 24 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Parma Airport, these stays will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, 78% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from London to Parma Airport. Here's where you can connect between London Gatwick Airport and PMF:
Malta International Airport (MLA)
Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport (PMO)
Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG)
You can reach LGW from the centre of London in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your London to PMF flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
The majority of flights that leave London Gatwick Airport touch down at their destination within the expected time frame. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 82%.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Book a plane ticket from London to Parma Airport (PMF) departing from London Stansted Airport (STN) with one or more stops. Popular stopovers between STN and PMF are:
Malta International Airport (MLA)
Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport (PMO)
Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG)
STN is roughly 56 kilometres from central London. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your London to Parma Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near London Stansted Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out early:
With 80% of its departing flights arriving on time, STN is a reliable starting point for your journey.
About Parma Airport (PMF)
Have a late flight from London to Parma Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near PMF and shut your eyes sooner:
Getting from Parma Airport (PMF) to central Parma
The centre of Parma is around 3 kilometres from Parma Airport. Travel times by taxi or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research before you go.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Parma Airport (PMF)
17 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from London to Parma Airport. A return flight starts from 33 €. These prices can change based on availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from London to PMF if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your London to Parma Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from London to Parma Airport (PMF)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding the best time to fly. March is the quietest month to visit Parma. August is when most people book flights from London to Parma Airport (PMF), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
Lock in a London to PMF plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Parma to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January has temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from London to Parma Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Parma
Start your Parma trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from London to Parma Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
There are plenty of terrific things to do in Parma when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Ducal Palace followed by Teatro Regio and Teatro Farnese.
Explore more of Italy
Milan is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Parma. Around 113 kilometres away to the northwest, its best attractions include Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Milan Cathedral and Teatro alla Scala.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Italy, consider Turin, roughly 209 kilometres west of Parma. Museo Nazionale del Cinema, Juventus Museum and Duomo di Torino e Cappella della Sacra Sindone are among the biggest draws.