Travelling from Windsor International Airport (YQG) to London: what you need to know
The timezone in London is UTC+0. The city is five hours ahead of Windsor, where Windsor International Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to catch your YQG to London flight. It's generally best to 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. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Windsor, YQG can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Windsor International Airport to London? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to YQG:
When it comes to Windsor International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 54% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Windsor International Airport (YQG) to London
358 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Windsor International Airport to London flight. A return plane ticket right now is 741 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from YQG to London. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Windsor International Airport to London across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from YQG to London by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Windsor International Airport to London by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to the centre of London takes about 45 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes around 25 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Windsor International Airport to London. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Booking your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week ahead of your flight from YQG to London can help you lock in the best possible rate.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is roughly 48 kilometres from central London. Once you've disembarked your flight from Windsor International Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 20 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near LGW. Settle in and get cosy after your YQG to London flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at LGW will help you save.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
London Stansted Airport (STN) is about 56 kilometres from central London. It takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the city centre by ride-share or taxi after your flight from Windsor International Airport to London.
If you use public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to STN and go from landing to lounging in your room in a flash. Whether you're coming in on a late YQG to London flight or just want a hassle-free arrival, these stays are all about convenience:
About four weeks before your flight from Windsor International Airport to London is a good time to book your ride from STN. You're more likely to land a better deal or pick up some early bird promotions.
Best time to go to London
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Windsor International Airport to London. July is the most popular month to travel to London. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in January.
Book a Windsor International Airport to London plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YQG to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in London right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Windsor International Airport to London:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Westminster Abbey, The British Museum and Big Ben are major attractions which should be on any well-planned London itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen London. Around 257 kilometres away to the northwest, popular attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Around 161 kilometres northwest of London, Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. No visit is complete without checking out Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.