Travelling from London to Aswan International Airport (ASW): what you need to know
When planning your flight from London to Aswan International Airport (ASW), you'll have your pick of airports to leave from. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Aswan Daraw is 2 hours ahead of London. Aswan International Airport is located in Aswan Daraw, which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from London to ASW. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers are a great opportunity to discover a new city or just take a break during your trip. When searching for a flight from London to ASW, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Cairo International Airport (CAI) is one option if you're flying out of London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
From the centre of London, LHR is approximately 19 miles away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Want a convenient hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from London to Aswan International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Break up your flight from London to Aswan International Airport with a stop at Cairo International Airport (CAI). A main stopover between London Gatwick Airport and ASW, it's a great opportunity to unwind before your onward flight.
You can get to LGW from central London in approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes to travel the 50 miles or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from London to ASW, stay in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
About Aswan International Airport (ASW)
Hop off your flight from London to Aswan International Airport and be snoozing in your hotel bed soon after. If you want a convenient option that's not too far from ASW, head for Heissa Hostel.
Getting from Aswan International Airport (ASW) to central Aswan Daraw
From Aswan International Airport, Aswan Daraw is approximately 12 miles away. It takes around 34 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Aswan International Airport (ASW)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Aswan International Airport is £158. The cheapest price for a return flight is £348. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from London to ASW, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from London to Aswan International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Check out the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
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The best time to fly from London to Aswan International Airport (ASW)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from London to Aswan International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Aswan Daraw. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Aswan Daraw. The warmest month is August. Book your flights from London to ASW sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 43ºC.
Visit in January for cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between 7ºC and 25ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from London to Aswan International Airport.
More about Aswan Daraw
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Aswan Daraw right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from London to Aswan International Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Nubian Museum, Unfinished Obelisk and Elephantine Island are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Aswan Daraw itinerary.