Travelling from London to Lamu Airport (LAU): what you need to know
When organising a flight from London to Lamu Airport (LAU), you'll have a good choice of airports to leave from. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Lamu is 3 hours ahead of London. Lamu Airport is located in Lamu, which operates on the UTC+3 timezone.
Your flight from London to LAU won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
From central London, LHR is approximately 19 miles away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to work out the best way to get there.
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London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
On public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in about 1 hour and 26 minutes. The airport is roughly 50 miles away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes.
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About Lamu Airport (LAU)
Consider staying in a hotel near LAU if you have a late flight from London to Lamu Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Lamu Airport (LAU) to central Lamu
Lamu Airport to central Lamu is around 0.1 miles. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Lamu Airport (LAU)
Lock in a one-way ticket from London to Lamu Airport from £317 or travel return from just £611. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from London to LAU, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from London to Lamu Airport (LAU)
February is the quietest time of year to travel to Lamu. Alternatively, follow the crowds and visit in January. This is the busiest month for flights from London to Lamu Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
The warmest month in Lamu is March, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from London to LAU in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Travel in August if you want to explore when it's cooler. Temperatures average between 22ºC and 28ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from London to Lamu Airport.
More about Lamu
Start your Lamu trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London to Lamu Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Lamu Museum, Swahili House Museum and The Donkey Sanctuary are highlights which should feature on every Lamu itinerary.
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