Travelling from London to Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (AOR): What you need to know
London has numerous airports where you can begin your trip. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (AOR). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the other main bases in the city.
Alor Setar is eight hours ahead of London. Sultan Abdul Halim Airport is located in Alor Setar, which is in the UTC+8 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from London to AOR. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
High season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Whether you'd like to discover a new place along the way or just take a break, we make it a breeze to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from London to AOR.
Travelling from central London to LHR takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 31 kms (19 miles) in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from London to Sultan Abdul Halim Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Of all flights leaving London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% land on schedule at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
With public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kms (50 miles) away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your London to AOR flight? Relax in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
As far as flight punctuality goes, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is around 64 kms (40 miles) from central London. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're considering public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay near Stansted Airport and know you'll be at your gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early London to Sultan Abdul Halim Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights get to their destinations without delays. At STN, that rate is 64.73%.
About Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (AOR)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London to Sultan Abdul Halim Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near AOR instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sultan Abdul Halim Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Agtran, Hertz or WAHDAH and experience the lesser-explored corners of Alor Setar and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your London to Sultan Abdul Halim Airport flight.
Getting from Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (AOR) to central Alor Setar
The centre of Alor Setar is roughly 5 miles from Sultan Abdul Halim Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of your trip.
It'll take around 55 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (AOR)
Currently, £396 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Sultan Abdul Halim Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £396. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from London to AOR, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from London to Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (AOR)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Alor Setar. August is when most people book flights from London to Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (AOR), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
Before locking in your London to AOR plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Alor Setar, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from London to Sultan Abdul Halim Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
More about Alor Setar
After booking your flight from London to Sultan Abdul Halim Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Alor Setar:
Your visit to Alor Setar isn't complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions that should be on your list include Dataran Masjid Zahir, Keriang Hill Resort and Sri Maha Mariamman Devasthanam , Bakar Bata, Alor Star (ஸ்ரீ மகா மாரியம்மன் தேவஸ்தானம்).
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Bharu is just one of the many places in Malaysia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Alor Setar. Around 209 kms (130 miles) away to the east, its top attractions include Istana Negeri Kelantan, Museum Of Islamic Culture and Masjid Al Karomah.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Malaysia, consider Ipoh, roughly 193 kms (120 miles) south-east of Alor Setar. Kek Lok Tong Cave Temple and Zen Gardens, Ipoh Railway Station and Ipoh Old Town are the start of reasons to visit.