Travelling from London to Rockhampton Airport (ROK): What you need to know
Rockhampton is ten hours ahead of London. Rockhampton Airport is located in Rockhampton, which is in the UTC+10 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from London to ROK.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
LHR is around 24 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Rockhampton Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Of the flights that depart from London Heathrow Airport, 68% touch down on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
LGW is about 48 kilometres from central London. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to ROK flight:
70% of flights departing London Gatwick Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
From central London, STN is around 56 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to arrive by car and 45 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay close to London Stansted Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early London to Rockhampton Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights reach their destinations as expected. At STN, that figure is 65%.
About Rockhampton Airport (ROK)
Reserve a hotel close to ROK if you're catching a late flight from London to Rockhampton Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Hit the road running by picking up a Rockhampton Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Sixt or Europcar and explore beyond Rockhampton's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your London to Rockhampton Airport flight.
Getting from Rockhampton Airport (ROK) to central Rockhampton
Rockhampton Airport to central Rockhampton is about 3 kilometres. If you're getting a taxi or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It takes roughly 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Rockhampton Airport (ROK)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Rockhampton Airport is ر.ق. 2,700. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 5,758. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from London to ROK if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest London to Rockhampton Airport tickets across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from London to Rockhampton Airport (ROK)
October is the most popular month for flights from London to Rockhampton Airport (ROK). Plan your visit to Rockhampton in January for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Rockhampton is January, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your London to ROK plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
July sees temperatures of between 10ºC and 23ºC. Search for cheap tickets from London to Rockhampton Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Rockhampton
Start your Rockhampton trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from London to Rockhampton Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Your Rockhampton visit wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Attractions that are worth your time include Archer Park Rail Museum, Dreamtime Cultural Centre and Mount Archer National Park.
Explore more of Australia
Mackay is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Rockhampton. Around 290 kilometres away to the northwest, well-known attractions include Harbour Beach, Far Beach and Lamberts Lookout.
Around 257 kilometres southeast of Rockhampton, Bundaberg is another favourite stop in Australia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Mon Repos Turtle Express, Mon Repos Turtle Centre and Oaks Beach.
