Flying from London to Capital Airport (SPI): What you need to know
You can take your pick of numerous airports when planning your flight from London to Capital Airport (SPI). Check out your options for jetting out of London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
The timezone in Springfield is UTC-5, which is five hours behind London. Capital Airport is located in Springfield.
Your flight from London to SPI won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so show up 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're hoping to visit another city as part of your journey or just have a break, we make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To compare your options departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect 'Direct flights only.' O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from London to SPI.
Travelling from central London to LHR takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 31 kms (19 miles) in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from London to Capital Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to London Heathrow Airport:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68.18% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Using public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kms (50 miles) away, and getting there by car will take approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your London to SPI flight? Check in to a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your break officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
69.26% of all departures from London Gatwick Airport meet their expected arrival time.
Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is roughly 64 kms (40 miles) from central London. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour. If you're planning to use public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your London to Capital Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Stansted Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights arrive at their destinations within the expected time frame. At STN, that figure is 64.73%.
About Capital Airport (SPI)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London to Capital Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SPI instead:
SPI is located at 1200 Capital Airport Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Capital Airport (SPI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Capital Airport is £472. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £917. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from London to SPI if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your London to Capital Airport ticket.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a new deal shows up on plane tickets from London to SPI.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from London to Capital Airport.
The best time to fly from London to Capital Airport (SPI)
April is the quietest month for flights from London to Capital Airport (SPI), while July is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Springfield based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Springfield is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your London to SPI plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from London to Capital Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -10ºC (14ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Springfield
Start your Springfield trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Capital Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Lincoln Tomb & War Memorials, Freedom Corner - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Statue and Lincoln Home National Historic Site Visitor Centre are essential stops on your Springfield itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Springfield. Around 290 kms (180 miles) away to the north-east, its best attractions include Millennium Park, Lollapalooza and Art Institute of Chicago.
Around 306 kms (190 miles) east of Springfield, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at 9-11 Memorial, Lucas Oil Stadium and Eiteljorg Museum.
