Flying from London to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP): what you need to know
London has many airports where you can take off on adventures. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.
Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport is located in Nelspruit. The city operates in the UTC+2 timezone and is 2 hours ahead of London.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to MQP. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Whether you'd prefer to visit a new city along the way or just have a break, we make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To check out your options taking off from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is a stop you can make on your flight from London to MQP.
From central London, LHR is approximately 31 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Want a handy hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Give yourself a moment to stretch your legs during your flight from London to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport with a stopover. Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is a popular option between London Gatwick Airport and MQP.
LGW is about 80 kilometres from central London. It'll take 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from London to MQP, chill out in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
About Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MQP if you're taking a late flight from London to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP) to central Nelspruit
From Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, Nelspruit is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 27 minutes to get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport is $1,249. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,703. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to get flight tickets from London to MQP. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from London to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from London to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP)
February is the quietest time of year to fly to Nelspruit. Alternatively, follow the crowds and visit in July. This is the most popular month for flights from London to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Nelspruit. February is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from London to MQP sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 31ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 7ºC and 24ºC. Search for cheap flights from London to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Nelspruit
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Nelspruit right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from London to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Montrose Falls, Lowveld National Botanical Garden and Cascades Waterfall are highlights which should be on any well-planned Nelspruit itinerary.
Complete your Nelspruit trip with a car rental
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