Flying from London to Varna Airport (VAR): What you need to know
Get your trip planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from London to Varna Airport (VAR). London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and London Luton Airport (LTN) are the two main airports in London.
The timezone in Varna is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of London. Varna Airport is located in Varna.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from London to VAR.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from London to VAR with a stopover. To explore all the options departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between LHR and VAR include:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
LHR is around 24 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you've booked an early flight from London to Varna Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Thinking of flying out of London Gatwick Airport (LGW)? Direct London to Varna Airport (VAR) plane tickets are available from here.
Catch your direct flight from London to VAR with Wizz Air UK. This is one of the main airlines flying this route out of LGW.
Wizz Air UK is the go-to airline for bookings on the LGW to VAR route.
Break up your flight from London to Varna Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some popular stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and VAR are:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
Sofia Airport (SOF)
Using public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in about 1 hour 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your London to VAR flight, stay in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
The majority of flights that depart London Gatwick Airport arrive at their destination as expected. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 82%.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Choosing a plane ticket from London to Varna Airport (VAR) with one or more stops can give you more choice of departure times and access to better fares. When departing from London Stansted Airport (STN), here are a few places you can detour to on your way to VAR:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
From central London, STN is around 56 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to arrive by car and 45 minutes or so on public transport.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your London to Varna Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near London Stansted Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out early:
STN has a reliable on-time arrivals rating of 80%, so you can count on your flight to stay on course and touch down when it should.
About Varna Airport (VAR)
If you're arriving on a late flight from London to Varna Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near VAR:
For the best deal, reserve your ride around four weeks ahead of your London to Varna Airport flight.
Getting from Varna Airport (VAR) to central Varna
Varna Airport to the centre of Varna is roughly 8 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a taxi, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Varna Airport (VAR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Varna Airport is $81. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $146. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Get your hands on cheap flights from London to VAR by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
April is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a London to Varna Airport ticket. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Locking in a cheap plane ticket from London to VAR is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a price drop.
Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from London to Varna Airport. Choose the departure times, airlines and number of stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from London to Varna Airport (VAR)
November is the quietest month for flights from London to Varna Airport (VAR), while August is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Varna based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Varna is August, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 31ºC. Book your London to VAR plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from London to Varna Airport in January when temperatures are between -4ºC and 10ºC.
More about Varna
After booking your flight from London to Varna Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Varna:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Sahara beach, Museum of Natural History and Sea Garden are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Varna itinerary.
Explore more of Bulgaria
You've visited Varna, now it's time to discover other corners of Bulgaria. Journey about 274 kilometres southwest to Plovdiv to tick off its top attractions. From Plovdiv Roman Theatre to Municipal Institute "Ancient Plovdiv" and Museum Centre for Contemporary History, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Stara Zagora is another sought-after destination in Bulgaria and is around 193 kilometres southwest of Varna. No trip is complete without dropping by Antique's mosaic, State Opera Stara Zagora and Stara Zagora Art Gallery.