Travelling from London to Ercan Airport (ECN): what you need to know
Choose from a range of airports when planning a flight from London to Ercan Airport (ECN). Explore your options for leaving 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 Nicosia is UTC+2, which is 2 hours ahead of London. Ercan Airport is located in Nicosia.
To ensure you catch your flight from London to ECN, 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 standard rule.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even explore another city. When browsing flights from London to ECN departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB)
LHR is around 19 miles from central London. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will give you the quickest route and your public transport options.
Catching an early flight from London to Ercan Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near London Heathrow Airport:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to freshen up with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from London to Ercan Airport, browse these options when departing from London Gatwick Airport:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB)
You can arrive at LGW from the centre of London in approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes to cover the 50 miles or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away from home? Consider kicking back in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to ECN:
About Ercan Airport (ECN)
Get off your flight from London to Ercan Airport and hop into your hotel bed soon after. If you want a comfortable option a quick drive from ECN, head for Phaedrus Living: White Hills Suites Panoramic View.
Getting from Ercan Airport (ECN) to central Nicosia
Ercan Airport is approximately 30 miles from the centre of Nicosia. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 1 hour and 9 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Ercan Airport (ECN)
Lock in a one-way ticket from London to Ercan Airport from £65 or travel return from just £127. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from London to ECN. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' search function to compare the prices of tickets from London to Ercan Airport across the entire month. We've highlighted the lowest fares in green, so you can quickly pick a flight your budget will love.
Set up a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when the fares drop. The right timing can be the key to finding cheap tickets from London to ECN.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from London to Ercan Airport. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
The best time to fly from London to Ercan Airport (ECN)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from London to Ercan Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Nicosia. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Nicosia. July is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from London to ECN during then and you can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 38ºC.
Visit in February if you want to explore when it's cooler. Temperatures average between 6ºC and 19ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from London to Ercan Airport.
More about Nicosia
Once you've booked your flight from London to Ercan Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Nicosia:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Nicosia is to visit its most popular attractions. Essential stops include Ledra Street Crossing Point, Selimiye Mosque and Venetian walls of Nicosia.
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