Travelling from London to St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport (SKB): What you need to know
St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport is located in Basseterre. The city operates on the UTC-4 timezone and is four hours behind London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from London to SKB.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from London to SKB. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI)
LHR is about 24 kms (15 miles) from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London to St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
78% of flights departing from London Heathrow Airport touch down at their destination on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Make the most of your trip with a stopover on your flight from London to St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport. New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is one of the main options between London Gatwick Airport and SKB.
With public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kms (30 miles) away, and getting there by car will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your London to SKB flight? Check in to a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your adventure officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
London Gatwick Airport has a track record for punctuality. 82% of flights leaving here arrive right when they're supposed to.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is around 56 kms (35 miles) from central London. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 5 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, you can expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
Sleep a little longer and still make your London to St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near London Stansted Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
With 80% of its departing flights arriving without delays, STN is a reliable starting point for any journey.
About St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport (SKB)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London to St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near SKB instead:
Getting from St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport (SKB) to central Basseterre
Central Basseterre is around 3 kms (2 miles) from St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport and takes about 10 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It takes roughly 15 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport (SKB)
£404 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London to St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport. A return flight starts from £431. These fares can change based on availability.
To find cheap flights from London to SKB, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest London to St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from London to St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport (SKB)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from London to St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport (SKB). April is the busiest month to travel to Basseterre. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in December.
When booking your London to SKB plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. September is the warmest month in Basseterre, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 29ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from London to St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport in February when temperatures are between 22ºC and 26ºC.
More about Basseterre
Start your Basseterre trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from London to St Kitts Robert Bradshaw International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Your trip to Basseterre should come with a side of sightseeing. Highlights that are worth your time include St.kitts & Nevis Independence Square, Saint George with Saint Barnabas Anglican Church and Warner Park.