Flying from London to Polokwane Airport (PTG): what you need to know
When planning your flight from London to Polokwane Airport (PTG), you'll have a good range of airports to leave from. Consider London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Polokwane is 2 hours ahead of London. Polokwane Airport is located in Polokwane, which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from London to PTG.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during high season in general.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
From central London, LHR is approximately 31 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Catching an early flight from London to Polokwane Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to London Heathrow Airport:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
LGW is about 80 kilometres from central London. It takes 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from London to PTG? Kick back in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
About Polokwane Airport (PTG)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London to Polokwane Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PTG instead:
Getting from Polokwane Airport (PTG) to central Polokwane
Polokwane Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from central Polokwane. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 14 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Polokwane Airport (PTG)
$1,478 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London to Polokwane Airport. Return flights start from $1,900. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get flight tickets from London to PTG if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from London to Polokwane Airport (PTG)
July is the busiest month to board a flight from London to Polokwane Airport while January is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Polokwane, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Before booking a flight from London to PTG, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. October is the warmest month in Polokwane, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 30ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from London to Polokwane Airport in July when temperatures average between 6ºC and 22ºC.
More about Polokwane
Start your Polokwane trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from London to Polokwane Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Polokwane Game Reserve, Hugh Exton Photographic Museum and Bakone Malapa Open-Air Museum are attractions you won't want to skip in Polokwane.
Complete your Polokwane trip with a car rental
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