Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Split Airport (SPU): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Split Airport is 2 hours 30 minutes.
Split is one hour ahead of London and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Every week, there are ten London Heathrow Airport to Split Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off early, jump on the 07:15 British Airways flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 16:50 with Croatia Airlines.
Your LHR to SPU flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Flying into Split (and then seeing more of Croatia!) is a cinch with British Airways. This popular carrier offers direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Split Airport.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is British Airways.
Among carriers operating LHR to SPU flights, Croatia Airlines leads the way for on-time arrivals.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Split Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between LHR and SPU include:
Frankfurt Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Split Airport (SPU)
Right now, $130 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Split Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $209. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from LHR to SPU by booking at least 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Split Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
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Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Split Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
68.18% of flights that depart London Heathrow Airport reach their destination on schedule.
London Heathrow Airport is about 31 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour when using public transport.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near LHR. Whether you're taking an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Split Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Split Airport (SPU)
If you're arriving on a late London Heathrow Airport to Split Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near SPU:
Grab a Split Airport rental car and discover Split and beyond with your own wheels. AVIA Rent, Carwiz and united rent a car are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Split Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Split Airport (SPU) to central Split
From Split Airport, Split is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 55 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Split Airport (SPU)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Split Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Split based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Split Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Split, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LHR to SPU in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
Explore more of Croatia
Zagreb is just one of the many cities in Croatia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Split. Around 257 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Zagreb Cathedral, Ban Jelacic Square and Museum of Broken Relationships.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Croatia, consider Rijeka, about 257 kilometres north-west of Split. Trsat castle park, Old Gateway (Roman Arch) and Korzo are among its highlights.