Flying from London to Tamarindo Airport (TNO): What you need to know
London has numerous airports to start your journey from. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to Tamarindo Airport (TNO). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the other main bases in the city.
Tamarindo Airport is located in Tamarindo. The city follows the UTC-6 timezone and is six hours behind London.
Leave enough time to make your flight from London to TNO. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
High season means 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)
The journey from central London to LHR takes about 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.
Catching an early flight from London to Tamarindo Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to London Heathrow Airport:
Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% land on schedule at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can arrive at LGW from the centre of London in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to cover the 80 kms (50 miles) or so.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to TNO flight:
69.26% of flights leaving London Gatwick Airport arrive according to schedule.
Stansted Airport (STN)
The journey to STN from central 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 Tamarindo Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels close to Stansted Airport and get to your gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Flights that leave from STN touch down at their destination within the expected time frame 64.73% of the time.
About Tamarindo Airport (TNO)
Have a late flight from London to Tamarindo Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near TNO and fast-forward to bedtime:
Pick up a Tamarindo Airport rental car and explore Tamarindo and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Amigos and National are top providers you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride around two weeks ahead of your London to Tamarindo Airport flight.
Getting from Tamarindo Airport (TNO) to central Tamarindo
Central Tamarindo is roughly 2 miles from Tamarindo Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Tamarindo Airport (TNO)
Currently, £484 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Tamarindo Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £861. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from London to TNO if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from London to Tamarindo Airport (TNO)
May is the quietest month for flights from London to Tamarindo Airport (TNO), while January is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Tamarindo based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a London to TNO plane ticket departing in April if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Tamarindo to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from London to Tamarindo Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tamarindo
Once you've booked your flight from London to Tamarindo Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tamarindo:
Vela V catamaran Tours and Tamarindo Beach are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Tamarindo itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Scenic Overlook of Tamarindo.
Explore more of Costa Rica
You've done Tamarindo, now it's time to discover other parts of Costa Rica. Travel around 193 kms (120 miles) east to San Jose to check off its must-visit sights. From National Park (Parque Nacional) to Jurassic World and Central Park (Parque Central), you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 177 kms (110 miles) east of Tamarindo, Alajuela is another favourite stop in Costa Rica. No visit is complete without checking out Doka Estate Costa Rica Coffee Tour & Plantation, Botanical Orchid Garden and Fraijanes forests.
