Flying from Rovaniemi Airport (RVN) to London: what you need to know
London is two hours behind Rovaniemi, where Rovaniemi Airport is located. London follows the UTC+0 timezone.
To avoid missing your RVN to London flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
You can travel nonstop from RVN to London. Take your pick of these arrival points when searching for a Rovaniemi Airport to London ticket:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Stansted Airport (STN)
London Luton Airport (LTN)
You can choose from a variety of carriers that offer direct flights from Rovaniemi Airport to London, including:
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore another city. When searching for flight tickets from RVN to London, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
RVN is around 8 kilometres from central Rovaniemi. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
In search of a hotel close to RVN? If you're boarding an early flight from Rovaniemi Airport to London, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
How to find the cheapest flights from Rovaniemi Airport (RVN) to London
ر.ق. 113 is currently the best price for a one-way Rovaniemi Airport to London flight. A return flight ticket starts at ر.ق. 299. These fares can change based on availability.
To secure cheap flights from RVN to London, book your journey ten months ahead of your planned departure.
February is the best month for nabbing an awesome deal on Rovaniemi Airport to London tickets. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from RVN to London by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Rovaniemi Airport to London.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London takes around 55 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 31 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Rovaniemi Airport to London. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Grab a London Heathrow Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from London Heathrow Airport about one week in advance of your flight from RVN to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is about 80 kilometres from central London. Once you've hopped off your flight from Rovaniemi Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 30 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to LGW. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your RVN to London flight:
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a London Gatwick Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare rates and availability from Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride three weeks before your arrival at LGW will help you stay within budget.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Head to the city centre after your flight from Rovaniemi Airport to London has touched down. Central London is about 64 kilometres from Stansted Airport (STN) and takes roughly 1 hour to reach by cab or ride-share.
The journey takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Reserve a hotel close to STN and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you're arriving on a late RVN to London flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these stays offer a quick route to a good night's sleep:
Start your travels without stressing over how to get to your next stop with a Stansted Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with trusted names here like Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar.
If you're after a specific type of vehicle, book your ride from STN about four weeks ahead of your flight from Rovaniemi Airport to London. This improves your chances of getting the car you want, along with a better deal.
Best time to go to London
Plan your trip to London in peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Rovaniemi Airport to London during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Before locking in your Rovaniemi Airport to London flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from RVN to London in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about London
Once you've booked your flight from Rovaniemi Airport to London, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring London:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. The British Museum, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace are attractions you won't want to skip in London.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom waiting to be explored. About 161 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Birmingham will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. No visit is complete without checking out Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.
