Flying from London to Surat Gujarat Airport (STV): What you need to know
London has numerous airports to fly out of. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to Surat Gujarat Airport (STV). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the other main bases in the city.
The timezone in Surat is UTC+5:30, which is five hours 30 minutes ahead of London. Surat Gujarat Airport is located in Surat.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from London to STV.
In high season, allow for longer wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from London to STV departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
LHR is about 31 kms (19 miles) from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
In search of a convenient hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Surat Gujarat Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
68.18% of flights that leave from London Heathrow Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Make the most of your trip with a stopover on your flight from London to Surat Gujarat Airport. Dubai Airport (DXB) is one of the main options between London Gatwick Airport and STV.
You can arrive at LGW from central London in approximately 1 hour 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to travel the 80 kms (50 miles) or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your London to STV flight? Check in to a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
As far as flight punctuality goes, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Whether just for an hour or two or a weekend, a stopover can make your journey feel a bit less hectic. When jetting out of Stansted Airport (STN), you can book a plane ticket from London to Surat Gujarat Airport (STV) stopping at Dubai Airport (DXB).
The journey time to STN from the centre of London is around 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 64 kms (40 miles) or so.
Make catching an early London to Surat Gujarat Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Stansted Airport and get to your check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
The on-time performance rate of STN is 64.73%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Surat Gujarat Airport (STV)
Book a hotel close to STV if you have a late flight from London to Surat Gujarat Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
Getting from Surat Gujarat Airport (STV) to central Surat
Surat Gujarat Airport to the centre of Surat is roughly 7 miles. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary based on traffic and the time of day.
It takes around 1 hour to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Surat Gujarat Airport (STV)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Surat Gujarat Airport is £208. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £399. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from London to STV. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Affordable London to Surat Gujarat Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
Locking in a cheap plane ticket from London to STV is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
Nail down a great price on a flight from London to Surat Gujarat Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from London to Surat Gujarat Airport (STV)
April is the quietest month for flights from London to Surat Gujarat Airport (STV), while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Surat based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Surat is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your London to STV plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from London to Surat Gujarat Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Surat
Start your Surat trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from London to Surat Gujarat Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Your visit to Surat won't be complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions that belong on your itinerary include BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Temple, BAPS Akshardham Mandir (Entry Gate) and Kashi Vishwanath Temple.
Explore more of India
Mumbai is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be explored once you've seen Surat. Around 241 kms (150 miles) away to the south, its top attractions include Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, Gateway Of India Mumbai and Marine Drive View Sunset Point.
Ahmedabad is another well-known destination in India and is around 209 kms (130 miles) north of Surat. No trip is complete without a visit to Akshardham Temple, Centre of akshardham and Sabarmati Ashram / Mahatma Gandhi's Home.