Flying from London to Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO): what you need to know
London has many airports where you can begin your trip. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.
2 hours 55 minutes is the time it takes on average for a direct flight from London to Falcone-Borsellino Airport.
The timezone in Palermo is UTC+1, which is 1 hour ahead of London. Falcone-Borsellino Airport is located in Palermo.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO) is the most popular route. There are 11 direct departures a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, hop on the last flight with Ryanair at 20:30. Go for the first LHR to PMO departure operated by easyJet at 05:35 if you want to get going earlier.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from London to PMO.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean longer lines and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from London to Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO) leave from this terminal.
If you want to leave from LHR, you can take a direct flight from London to Falcone-Borsellino Airport with British Airways.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from London to PMO. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Sant Egidio Airport (PEG)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
From central London, LHR is around 31 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to get there.
After a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from London to Falcone-Borsellino Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Looking to fly out of London Gatwick Airport (LGW)? You can reserve a direct flight from London to Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO) out of this hub.
When leaving from LGW, you'll have a choice of airlines that offer direct flights from London to PMO. Cruise through the sky with these preferred carriers:
Break up your flight from London to Falcone-Borsellino Airport with a stop so you can freshen up or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some great stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and PMO are:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
With public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in about 1 hour and 26 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from London to PMO, chill out in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
About Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO)
If you're arriving on a late flight from London to Falcone-Borsellino Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near PMO:
Getting from Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO) to central Palermo
Falcone-Borsellino Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Palermo. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 39 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO)
$55 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London to Falcone-Borsellino Airport. Return flights start from $87. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
To score flight tickets from London to PMO, book your journey 1 month before your departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from London to Falcone-Borsellino Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your plans.
Set up a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when prices go down. The right timing can be the key to finding flight tickets from London to PMO.
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The best time to fly from London to Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO)
February is the quietest time of year to fly to Palermo. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take your trip in August. This is the busiest month for flights from London to Falcone-Borsellino Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
The warmest month in Palermo is August, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from London to PMO in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
February has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap flights from London to Falcone-Borsellino Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Palermo
After booking your flight from London to Falcone-Borsellino Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Palermo:
Giardino Alberico Gentili and Giardino Pubblico D. Sagona are just two of the top attractions to add to your Palermo travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Monumento dedicato a Don Pino Puglisi.
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