Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Ercan Airport (ECN): what you need to know
Nicosia's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Nicosia two hours ahead of London.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your LHR to ECN flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Ercan Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between LHR and ECN:
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How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Ercan Airport (ECN)
Right now, $245 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Ercan Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $576. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from LHR to ECN, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Ercan Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Ercan Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
68.18% of flights that depart London Heathrow Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
London Heathrow Airport is about 31 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Ercan Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near LHR:
Arriving at Ercan Airport (ECN)
Consider a stay at Immaculate 2-bed Penthouse in Kyrenia after touching down from your London Heathrow Airport to Ercan Airport flight. It's a short drive from ECN and a good choice if you want to catch some z's soon after landing.
Grab an Ercan Airport rental car and discover Nicosia and beyond with your own set of wheels. Gri rent, Nissa Car Hire and Oscar Rent A Car are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Ercan Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Ercan Airport (ECN) to central Nicosia
From Ercan Airport, Nicosia is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Ercan Airport (ECN)
July is the busiest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Ercan Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Nicosia in April.
The warmest month in Nicosia is July, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Book your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Ercan Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
February has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LHR to ECN sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Cyprus
You've visited Nicosia, now it's time to explore other corners of Cyprus. Journey about 64 kilometres south-west to Limassol to check off its popular sights. From Πλατεία Συντάγματος - Plac Syntagma to Syrou Park and Linear Park Lellas karagianni, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 40 kilometres south-east of Nicosia, Larnaca is another favourite stop in Cyprus. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Larnaca Salt Lake, Landmark of Hala Sultan Tekkesi and Saint Lazarus Church.