Travelling from London to Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI): What you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll leave from in London. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from London to Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) jetting off from here.
The average length of a direct London to Grantley Adams International Airport flight is 9 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Bridgetown is UTC-4, which is four hours behind London. Grantley Adams International Airport is located in Bridgetown.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) is the most popular route. There are 19 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, hop on the last flight with Virgin Atlantic at 3:45pm. Opt for the first LHR to BGI departure with Virgin Atlantic at 8am if you'd rather get a move on.
To ensure you get on your flight from London to BGI, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
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 Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) depart from this terminal.
When jetting out of LHR, you can catch a direct flight from London to Grantley Adams International Airport with British Airways.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between LHR and BGI is British Airways.
British Airways is the most punctual carrier. A dependable 87.63% of its departures on this route complete the journey on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from London to BGI. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Antigua V.C. Bird International Airport (ANU)
Travelling from central London to LHR takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you've booked an early flight from London to Grantley Adams International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Check a new destination off your list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from London to Grantley Adams International Airport, here's where you can stop when heading out from London Gatwick Airport:
Piarco International Airport (POS)
Antigua V.C. Bird International Airport (ANU)
St Lucia Hewnorra International Airport (UVF)
LGW is about 48 kilometres from central London. It takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your London to BGI flight, stay in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
London Gatwick Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 82% of flights leaving here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
The trip to STN from the centre of London is around 45 minutes on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your London to Grantley Adams International Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near London Stansted Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're jetting off early:
With 80% of its departing flights arriving without delays, STN is a reliable starting point for any adventure.
About Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London to Grantley Adams International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near BGI instead:
For the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your London to Grantley Adams International Airport flight.
Getting from Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) to central Bridgetown
Grantley Adams International Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Bridgetown. How long it takes to get there by car hire or taxi will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Grantley Adams International Airport is $747. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,181. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from London to BGI, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest London to Grantley Adams International Airport tickets across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on plane tickets from London to BGI.
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The best time to fly from London to Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI)
January is when most people book flights from London to Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI). Plan your visit to Bridgetown in December if you'd rather avoid peak season.
The warmest month in Bridgetown is September, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC and 30ºC. Book your London to BGI plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from London to Grantley Adams International Airport in February when temperatures are between 24ºC and 27ºC.
More about Bridgetown
Once you've booked your flight from London to Grantley Adams International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bridgetown:
Your trip to Bridgetown won't be complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions that are worth your time include Accra Beach, Brighton Beach and Browne's Beach.