Flying from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to London: what you need to know
Santos Dumont Airport is located in Rio De Janeiro. Operating on the UTC+0 timezone, London is 3 hours ahead of Rio De Janeiro.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from SDU to London.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like June and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
If you have a passport from Brazil and plan to travel to United Kingdom for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on the reason for your trip and can be subject to change. For the latest information, contact your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before reserving a cheap ticket from Santos Dumont Airport to London.
SDU is around 2 kilometers from central Rio De Janeiro. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 3 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 16 minutes.
Have an early flight from Santos Dumont Airport to London? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to SDU:
How to find the cheapest flights from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to London
AED 1,453 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Santos Dumont Airport to London. For a return flight on this route, the best price is AED 2,845. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from SDU to London, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is roughly 31 kilometers. It'll take you around 57 minutes to get to the center driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 1 minute.
Book a hotel close to LHR if you're taking a late flight from Santos Dumont Airport to London. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The center of London is around 80 kilometers from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). After your flight from Santos Dumont Airport to London has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 1 hour and 19 minutes.
The trip will take roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near LGW. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from SDU to London:
Best time to go to London
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Santos Dumont Airport to London while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit London, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Book your flight from Santos Dumont Airport to London for July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from SDU to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about London
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in London right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Santos Dumont Airport to London:
Every great vacation has to include a little sightseeing. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are must-visits when exploring London.
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