Flying from London to San Cristobal Airport (SCY): What you need to know
When organizing a flight from London to San Cristobal Airport (SCY), you'll have your choice of airports to leave 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).
San Cristobal is six hours behind London. San Cristobal Airport is located in San Cristobal, which operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from London to SCY.
Planning to travel during a peak period like a public holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
LHR is around 31 kilometers from central London. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you have an early flight from London to San Cristobal Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, data shows 68.18% of flights complete their journey on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
With public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in about 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kilometers away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Start your vacation sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your London to SCY flight, stay in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
From the center of London, STN is around 64 kilometers away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour to get to the airport by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to Stansted Airport and know you'll be at your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early London to San Cristobal Airport flight:
Flights departing from STN touch down at their destination within the expected time frame 64.73% of the time.
About San Cristobal Airport (SCY)
If you have a late flight from London to San Cristobal Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near SCY:
How to find the cheapest flights from London to San Cristobal Airport (SCY)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to San Cristobal Airport is $626. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,335. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from London to SCY if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Cheap London to San Cristobal Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from London to San Cristobal Airport (SCY)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from London to San Cristobal Airport (SCY). August is the busiest month to travel to San Cristobal. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in April.
When booking your London to SCY plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. March is the warmest month in San Cristobal, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
September sees temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from London to San Cristobal Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Ecuador
You've visited San Cristobal, now it's time to explore more of Ecuador. Journey about 153 kilometers west to Puerto Villamil to check off its must-visit sights. From Parque Nacional Galapagos to Playa Isabela and Playa del Amor, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Another worthwhile stop in Ecuador, Puerto Velasco Ibarra is located around 105 kilometers south-west of San Cristobal. Make time to visit highlights including Playa Negra.
