Flying from London to Bradford Airport (BFD): What you need to know
When planning a flight from London to Bradford Airport (BFD), you'll have your choice 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).
The timezone in Bradford is UTC-4, which is four hours behind London. Bradford Airport is located in Bradford.
For hassle-free travel, arrive 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 BFD.
Heading away during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
LHR is about 31 kilometers from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
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Of all flights leaving London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% land on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can arrive at LGW from central London in approximately 1 hour 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to cover the 80 kilometers or so.
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69.26% of flights taking off from London Gatwick Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Stansted Airport (STN)
From central London, STN is around 64 kilometers away. It takes roughly 1 hour to get to the airport by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Make catching an early London to Bradford Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these hotels near Stansted Airport and head to your check-in counter without rushing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights land as expected. At STN, that rate is 64.73%.
About Bradford Airport (BFD)
The address for BFD is Star Route.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Bradford Airport (BFD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Bradford Airport is $433. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $856. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from London to BFD. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest London to Bradford Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from London to Bradford Airport (BFD)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from London to Bradford Airport (BFD). May is the peak month for travel to Bradford. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in February.
The warmest month in Bradford is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your London to BFD plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees temperatures of between -13ºC (9ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF). Look for cheap tickets from London to Bradford Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Bradford
Start your Bradford trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Bradford Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
All great vacations should include a little sightseeing. Allegheny National Forest (ANF) Northern Entry, Zippo / Case Museum and Church of the Ascension are must-do's during your Bradford adventure.
Explore more of the United States
Cleveland is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Bradford. Around 257 kilometers away to the west, its best attractions include Rock & Roll Hall of Fame & Museum, Cleveland Museum of Art and Cleveland Museum of Natural History.
Around 193 kilometers south-west of Bradford, Pittsburgh is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Andy Warhol Museum, Carnegie Museum of Art and The Frick Pittsburgh.
