Travelling from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Incheon International Airport to London Heathrow Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 13 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is nine hours behind Seoul.
Every week, there are 40 Incheon International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board as soon as possible, jump on the 10:50 Korean Air flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 14:30 with Asiana Airlines.
Your ICN to LHR flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Getting to London (and then discovering more of United Kingdom!) is a cinch with Korean Air. This popular carrier has direct flights from Incheon International Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Korean Air on this route.
Korean Air is the most punctual carrier operating ICN to LHR flights, with 66.67% of its services landing on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Incheon International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between ICN and LHR:
Beijing Capital International Airport
Vienna International Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
ج.م. 10,790 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Incheon International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Return flights start at ج.م. 26,263. These prices may change based on demand.
Score cheap tickets from ICN to LHR by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Incheon International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Incheon International Airport (ICN)
54.5% of flights taking off from Incheon International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
The journey from central Seoul to Incheon International Airport is roughly 48 kilometres. Look up Google Maps for the best route, whether you want to drive or use public transport.
The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Incheon International Airport to London Heathrow Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near ICN:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you're getting in on a late Incheon International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these hotels near LHR:
Pick up a London Heathrow Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are popular providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
From London Heathrow Airport, London is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 55 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 1 hour to get there using public transport.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Incheon International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. July is the busiest month to visit London. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in London is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Incheon International Airport to London Heathrow Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from ICN to LHR sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom just waiting to be explored. About 161 kilometres north-west of London, a visit to Birmingham will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another well-known destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No journey is complete without experiencing Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.