Traveling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Venice: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Venice is 2 hours 18 minutes.
Venice is 1 hour ahead of London, where London Heathrow Airport is located. Venice operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) is the most popular route, with 32 weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from LHR to VCE is with British Airways at 21:15. Choose the first departure operated by British Airways at 06:30 if you want to get going early.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from LHR to Venice. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Venice. Start your journey at LHR and end it at Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE).
Keep an eye out for deals with British Airways. This airline operates direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Venice.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing flights from LHR to Venice, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Billund Airport (BLL)
You can enter Italy for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from United Kingdom. But before reserving your flight tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Venice, make sure you have the most up-to-date information. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may require some travel documents if your trip is for business or another reason.
Located around 31 kilometers from central London, LHR can be reached in about 57 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 1 minute.
Have an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Venice? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to LHR:
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Venice
AED 270 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Venice. For a return flight on this route, the best price is AED 470. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book 7 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LHR to Venice.
March is the cheapest month for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Venice. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Venice
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) is around 14 kilometers from central Venice. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 18 minutes.
It takes roughly 46 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from London Heathrow Airport to Venice, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near VCE:
Treviso Airport (TSF)
Central Venice is about 40 kilometers from Treviso Airport (TSF). Once your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Venice has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 35 minutes.
Traveling by public transport will take approximately 1 hour and 13 minutes.
There are some great places where you can rest ahead of your adventure near TSF. Kick back and get cozy after your flight from LHR to Venice at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Venice
July is the busiest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Venice. To avoid the crowds, head to Venice in February when things are quieter.
Book your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Venice for August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 19ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap flights from LHR to Venice in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Venice
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Venice right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Venice:
All great vacations should include a little sightseeing. St. Mark's Square, Saint Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace are must-visits when exploring Venice.
Complete your Venice trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from London Heathrow Airport to Venice to track down deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare your options in one place. Plus we give you everything you need to know about car rentals in Venice, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.