Travelling from Rochester International Airport (RST) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
London is five hours ahead of Rochester and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your RST to LHR flight.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Rochester International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Many passengers pass through O'Hare International Airport when flying between RST and LHR.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rochester International Airport (RST) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Currently, 284 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Rochester International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 688 €. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from RST to LHR, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
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Handy information about Rochester International Airport (RST)
The address for RST is 7600 Helgerson Drive Southwest.
Rochester International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from RST make it to their destination as scheduled 80.17% of the time.
Rochester International Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Rochester. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
If you're taking an early flight from Rochester International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, why not stay close by? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) at AmericInn by Wyndham Rochester. America's Stay Inn Stewartville is another convenient option near RST.
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you have a late Rochester International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near LHR:
Hit the road running by picking up a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and explore beyond London's main sights.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
From London Heathrow Airport, London is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 55 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
July is the most popular month for flights from Rochester International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. To escape the crowds, go to London in February.
When reserving your flight from Rochester International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from RST to LHR in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've done London, now it's time to explore other parts of United Kingdom. Journey about 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to check off its top sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Bristol is another sought-after destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No journey is complete without experiencing Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.