Traveling from London to Hancock International Airport (SYR): What you need to know
Choose from numerous airports when planning a flight from London to Hancock International Airport (SYR). Explore 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.
The timezone in Syracuse is UTC-4, which is four hours behind London. Hancock International Airport is located in Syracuse.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from London to SYR. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from London to SYR. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Take a break from traveling at one of these popular airports:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
LHR is around 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 conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Have an early flight from London to Hancock International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays close to London Heathrow Airport:
Of the flights that depart from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Cross another spot off your travel list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from London to Hancock International Airport, browse these options when taking off from London Gatwick Airport:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
You can get to LGW from central London in approximately 1 hour 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to travel the 80 kilometers or so.
Start your vacation early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your London to SYR flight, stay in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
69.26% of flights taking off from London Gatwick Airport make it to their destination as expected.
Stansted Airport (STN)
The trip to STN from the center of London is around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometers or so.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your London to Hancock International Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Stansted Airport make departure day effortless if you're jetting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights land when they should. At STN, that figure is 64.73%.
About Hancock International Airport (SYR)
If you have a late flight from London to Hancock International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near SYR:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Hancock International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and see more of Syracuse and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your London to Hancock International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
You'll find SYR at City Hall.
Getting from Hancock International Airport (SYR) to central Syracuse
The center of Syracuse is roughly 8 kilometers from Hancock International Airport. Travel times by car rental or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of time.
Traveling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Hancock International Airport (SYR)
$384 is the best price for a one-way ticket from London to Hancock International Airport. A return flight starts at $567. These fares can change based on demand.
To find cheap flights from London to SYR, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from London to Hancock International Airport (SYR)
July is the most popular month for flights from London to Hancock International Airport (SYR). Visit Syracuse in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Syracuse is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your London to SYR plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from London to Hancock International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Syracuse
Start your Syracuse trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Hancock International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception and MOST (Museum of Science and Technology) are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Syracuse must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Armory Square.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Syracuse, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Travel about 225 kilometers west to Buffalo to tick off its top sights. From Frank Lloyd Wright's Darwin D. Martin House Complex to Albright-Knox Art Gallery and Forest Lawn, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 121 kilometers west of Syracuse, Rochester is another favorite stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at George Eastman Museum, Strong National Museum Of Play and Strasenburgh Planetarium.