Flying from London to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN): What you need to know
London has numerous airports to leave from. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the other main bases in the city.
Balikpapan is eight hours ahead of London. Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport is located in Balikpapan, which runs on the UTC+8 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from London to BPN.
With more travelers during peak seasons, it's a good idea to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers are a great opportunity to discover a new place or just have a break during your trip. When searching for a cheap flight from London to BPN, deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is one option when departing from 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 you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
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Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Using public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometers away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
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Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is around 64 kilometers from central London. The drive from the city center to the terminal takes about 1 hour. If you're considering public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
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The on-time performance rate of STN is 64.73%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
About Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN)
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How to find the cheapest flights from London to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN)
$379 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from London to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport. Return flights start from $675. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from London to BPN if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
Affordable London to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from London to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from London to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN). August is the peak month for travel to Balikpapan. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in February.
The warmest month in Balikpapan is April, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your London to BPN plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from London to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Balikpapan
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Your trip to Balikpapan isn't complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions that belong on your itinerary include BSB Beach, Lamaru Beach and Bangkirai Bridge.
Explore more of Indonesia
You've done Balikpapan, now it's time to explore more of Indonesia. Journey about 177 kilometers north-east to Bontang to tick off its popular sights. From Mangrove Board Walk to Beras Basah Beach and Masjid Al Aqsha, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Barabai is another must-experience destination in Indonesia and is around 225 kilometers south-west of Balikpapan. No trip is complete without experiencing Masjid Al-Munawwarah Pajukungan, Masjid Shulaha and Mesjid Al Magfirah Batali.