Travelling from London to Brasilia International Airport (BSB): What you need to know
When organising your flight from London to Brasilia International Airport (BSB), you'll have a good choice of airports to jet out of. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
The timezone in Brasilia is UTC-3, which is three hours behind London. Brasilia International Airport is located in Brasilia.
To ensure you get on your flight from London to BSB, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from London to BSB even cheaper by adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search to find cities that could split up the flight. Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) is an option when departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
The journey from central London to LHR takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 31 kms (19 miles) in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from London to Brasilia International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
68.18% of flights taking off from London Heathrow Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can get to LGW from central London in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to travel the 80 kms (50 miles) or so.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to BSB flight:
London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance of 69.26%. This figure shows how often flights that leave from this airport arrive on schedule.
Stansted Airport (STN)
From the centre of London, STN is around 64 kms (40 miles) away. It takes roughly 1 hour to get there by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay near Stansted Airport and know you'll make it to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early London to Brasilia International Airport flight:
The on-time performance record of STN is 64.73%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
About Brasilia International Airport (BSB)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London to Brasilia International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near BSB instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Brasilia International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Localiza, Unidas or Movida and explore beyond Brasilia's main sights.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your London to Brasilia International Airport flight.
Getting from Brasilia International Airport (BSB) to central Brasilia
Brasilia International Airport to the centre of Brasilia is about 5 miles. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Brasilia International Airport (BSB)
Right now, £295 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Brasilia International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £624. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from London to BSB, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from London to Brasilia International Airport (BSB)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to go to Brasilia. July is when most people book flights from London to Brasilia International Airport (BSB), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
Book a London to BSB plane ticket departing in September if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Brasilia to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
July sees temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for cheap tickets from London to Brasilia International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Brasilia
Once you've booked your flight from London to Brasilia International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Brasilia:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Cathedral of Brasília, Itamaraty Palace and Museu Nacional are attractions you won't want to skip in Brasilia.
Explore more of Brazil
Goiania is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Brasilia. Around 177 kms (110 miles) away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Teatro Goiânia Ouro, Macambira Anicuns park and CCB - Água Branca.
Aparecida de Goiânia is another standout destination in Brazil and is around 177 kms (110 miles) south-west of Brasilia. No journey is complete without a visit to Mutirama Park, Chapel St. George and Parque Municipal Elmar Arantes Cabral.