Traveling from London to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP): What you need to know
Take your pick of numerous airports when organizing a flight from London to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP). Check out your options for departing London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
Ponciano Arriaga International Airport is located in San Luis Potosi. The city is in the UTC-6 timezone and is six hours behind London.
To ensure you catch your flight from London to SLP, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from London to SLP even cheaper by adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to find cities that could split up the flight. Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is an option when taking off from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
LHR is about 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 traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from London to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to London Heathrow Airport:
68.18% of flights leaving from London Heathrow Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
LGW is about 80 kilometers from central London. It'll take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Start your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your London to SLP flight, kick back in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
From central London, STN is around 64 kilometers away. It takes roughly 1 hour to get there by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so on public transport.
Make catching an early London to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels near Stansted Airport and get to your departure gate with plenty of time to spare:
The on-time performance rating of STN is 64.73%. In other words, that's how often flights that depart this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP)
Get off your flight from London to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport and be snoozing in your hotel bed shortly after. If you're looking for a comfortable option a short journey from SLP, check out Choza Viñedo Bodega 1881.
Pick up a Ponciano Arriaga International Airport rental car and discover San Luis Potosi and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Europcar and Dollar are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle around four weeks before your London to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP)
Currently, $425 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $956. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from London to SLP, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your London to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from London to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP)
February is the quietest month for flights from London to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP), while July is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit San Luis Potosi based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in San Luis Potosi is May, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your London to SLP plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from London to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport in January when temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about San Luis Potosi
Once you've booked your flight from London to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring San Luis Potosi:
There are loads of awesome things to do in San Luis Potosi when you're ready to go sightseeing. Make your way to Huasteca Potosina followed by Cascada de Tamul and Cathedral of San Luis Potosi.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited San Luis Potosi, now it's time to discover more of Mexico. Travel about 306 kilometers south-west to Guadalajara to tick off its leading sights. From Catedral to Centro Histórico de Guadalajara and Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 145 kilometers south-west of San Luis Potosi, León de los Aldama is another essential stop in Mexico. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Ecoturismo & Aventuras de México, Plaza Principal de León and Museo de Arte E Historia de Guanajuato.
