Flying from London to Castlegar Airport (YCG): what you need to know
London has plenty of airports to leave from. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to Castlegar Airport (YCG). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the other main bases in the city.
The timezone in Castlegar is UTC-7, which is 7 hours behind London. Castlegar Airport is located in Castlegar.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from London to YCG.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
From central London, LHR is approximately 19 miles away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to work out the best way to reach the terminal.
Have an early flight from London to Castlegar Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near London Heathrow Airport:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
With public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in about 1 hour and 26 minutes. The terminal is roughly 50 miles away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from London to YCG, take it easy in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
About Castlegar Airport (YCG)
If you have a late flight from London to Castlegar Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near YCG:
Getting from Castlegar Airport (YCG) to central Castlegar
Castlegar Airport is approximately 4 miles from central Castlegar. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 8 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Castlegar Airport (YCG)
£330 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London to Castlegar Airport. Return flights start from £505. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from London to YCG. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from London to Castlegar Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from London to Castlegar Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from London to Castlegar Airport (YCG)
October is the busiest month for flights from London to Castlegar Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Castlegar in February when things are quieter.
Schedule your flight from London to YCG for July if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Castlegar to range from 8ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap flights from London to Castlegar Airport in December if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -13ºC and 2ºC on average.
More about Castlegar
Start your Castlegar trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Castlegar Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Doukhobor Discovery Centre, Castlegar Sculpturewalk and Selkirk College Trails (Heritage Way) are top sights which should be on any good Castlegar itinerary.
Complete your Castlegar trip with a car rental
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