Flying from London to Raipur Swami Vivekananda International Airport (RPR): What you need to know
The timezone in Raipur is UTC+5:30, which is five hours 30 minutes ahead of London. Raipur Swami Vivekananda International Airport is located in Raipur.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from London to RPR.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from London to RPR that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between LHR and RPR include:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
LHR is about 24 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 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.
Catching an early flight from London to Raipur Swami Vivekananda International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by staying at one of these stays near London Heathrow Airport:
68% of flights that depart London Heathrow Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Schedule a stopover during your journey at Ahmedabad Airport (AMD). It's a popular transfer point for flights from London to Raipur Swami Vivekananda International Airport (RPR) leaving London Gatwick Airport.
You can get to LGW from the centre of London in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes 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 RPR flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 70%.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is roughly 56 kilometres from central London. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 5 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near London Stansted Airport and know you'll reach the terminal with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early London to Raipur Swami Vivekananda International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights get to their destinations when they should. At STN, that figure is 65%.
About Raipur Swami Vivekananda International Airport (RPR)
If you're coming in on a late flight from London to Raipur Swami Vivekananda International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near RPR:
Getting from Raipur Swami Vivekananda International Airport (RPR) to central Raipur
Raipur Swami Vivekananda International Airport is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Raipur. It takes around 30 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Raipur Swami Vivekananda International Airport (RPR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Raipur Swami Vivekananda International Airport is 263 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 600 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from London to RPR if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from London to Raipur Swami Vivekananda International Airport (RPR)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from London to Raipur Swami Vivekananda International Airport (RPR). April is when most people travel to Raipur. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in October.
Lock in a London to RPR plane ticket departing in May if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Raipur to range from 28ºC (82ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from London to Raipur Swami Vivekananda International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Raipur
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Raipur right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from London to Raipur Swami Vivekananda International Airport:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Lal Qila, The Red Fort, Shri Jagannath Swamy Mandir and Somnath Temple are essential stops on your Raipur itinerary.
Explore more of India
Nagpur is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be explored after you've seen Raipur. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Central India Tiger Camps, Tiger Jungle Safari - Jungle Safari Tours | Tadoba Jungle Safari Booking | Jungle Safari | Wildlife Tours | Resort Booking and Gorewada Tiger Safari.
Around 225 kilometres south of Raipur, Nowrangapur is another essential stop in India. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Sri Sidhibinayak Temple, Sri Gundicha Mandira and Shri 1008 Adinath Digambar Jinalaya.