Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Oulu Airport (OUL): what you need to know
The timezone in Oulu is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of London.
To ensure you get on your LHR to OUL flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you want to explore a different city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Oulu Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is a sought-after stop between LHR and OUL.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Oulu Airport (OUL)
$295 is currently the lowest price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Oulu Airport flight. Return flights start at $602. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LHR to OUL if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Oulu Airport.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Of the departures from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central London to London Heathrow Airport is approximately 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 55 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour.
Have an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Oulu Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to LHR:
Arriving at Oulu Airport (OUL)
If you're landing on a late London Heathrow Airport to Oulu Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near OUL:
Hit the road running by picking up an Oulu Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Sixt or Hertz to explore Oulu and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Oulu Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Oulu Airport (OUL) to central Oulu
Oulu Airport to central Oulu has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
It'll take around 40 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Oulu Airport (OUL)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Oulu Airport is April, while February is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Oulu based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Oulu Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Oulu, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 24ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from LHR to OUL in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -18ºC and 0ºC on average.
Explore more of Finland
Oulu has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Finland waiting to be discovered. Around 402 kilometres south of Oulu, a visit to Tampere will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Finland, head for Lahti, about 451 kilometres south of Oulu. War veterans' statue for women, Kariniemi Arboretum and Osmo Vänskä Plate are key reasons to visit.