Flying from London to Moshoeshoe International Airport (MSU): What you need to know
When planning your flight from London to Moshoeshoe International Airport (MSU), you'll have a good range of airports to take off from. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Maseru is two hours ahead of London. Moshoeshoe International Airport is located in Maseru, which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from London to MSU. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Located around 31 kms (19 miles) from the centre of London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Moshoeshoe International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% land on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can arrive at LGW from the centre of London in approximately 1 hour 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to travel the 80 kms (50 miles) or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your London to MSU flight, stay in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
69.26% of flights leaving London Gatwick Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is roughly 64 kms (40 miles) from central London. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your London to Moshoeshoe International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Stansted Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out first thing:
The on-time performance rating of STN is 64.73%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive as planned.
About Moshoeshoe International Airport (MSU)
Once your flight from London to Moshoeshoe International Airport has landed, relax and unwind at a nearby hotel. Tribute Guest House Matala is a comfy option that's a quick drive from MSU.
Pick up a Moshoeshoe International Airport rental car and explore Maseru and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Avis and Keddy By Europcar are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride around two weeks before your London to Moshoeshoe International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Moshoeshoe International Airport (MSU)
£480 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London to Moshoeshoe International Airport. A return flight starts from £685. These prices may change based on availability.
To find cheap flights from London to MSU, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from London to Moshoeshoe International Airport (MSU)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from London to Moshoeshoe International Airport (MSU). July is when most people travel to Maseru. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in January.
The warmest month in Maseru is January, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your London to MSU plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from London to Moshoeshoe International Airport in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Maseru
Start your Maseru trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London to Moshoeshoe International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Your Maseru visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Top attractions that belong on your itinerary include Royal Palace, The Lion Rock Mountain and Basotho Hat.
Explore more of Lesotho
Take your travels further and explore more of Lesotho. Qacha's Nek is around 129 kms (80 miles) south-east of Maseru and has no shortage of things to see and do, including Qacha's Nek Snake Park.
Head 105 kms (65 miles) south from Maseru and you'll be in Quthing, another well-known stop in Lesotho. No trip is complete without seeing Cave house and Dinosaur Footprints.
