Flying from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is four hours ahead of Richmond.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your RIC to LHR flight.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to London Heathrow Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between RIC and LHR:
Washington Dulles International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
Logan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
$335 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to London Heathrow Airport flight. A return flight starts at $726. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from RIC to LHR. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to London Heathrow Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Snapping up cheap flights from RIC to LHR is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to London Heathrow Airport.
Handy information about Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
You'll find RIC at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), 77.63% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Richmond to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is around 21 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 50 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near RIC. Whether you're taking an early flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to London Heathrow Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Reserve a hotel near LHR if you're catching a late Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to London Heathrow Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and see more of London and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport is roughly 31 kilometers from the center of London. The drive time takes around 55 minutes.
Getting to the center by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to London Heathrow Airport. July is the busiest month to visit London. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to London Heathrow Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in London, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RIC to LHR around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom you'll want to see. About 161 kilometers north-west of London, a trip to Birmingham will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another essential stop in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometers west of London. No journey is complete without seeing Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.