Flying from London to Phoenix: what you need to know
When planning a flight from London to Phoenix, you'll have your pick of airports to leave from. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is where you'll be arriving in Phoenix.
The average time for a direct London to Phoenix flight is 10 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Phoenix is UTC-7, which is seven hours behind London.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are 11 weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from London to Phoenix is with British Airways at 15:40. Choose the first LHR to PHX departure with American Airlines at 11:15 to fit in more activities on your first day in Phoenix.
Leave plenty of time to catch your London to Phoenix flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Phoenix
To secure cheap London to Phoenix flights, book your trip three months ahead of your planned departure.
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Flying from London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can catch a direct flight from London to Phoenix jetting off from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Start your trip at LHR and land at Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX).
Be on the lookout for promotions with British Airways. This carrier offers direct London to Phoenix plane tickets from LHR.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper London to Phoenix flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from London Heathrow Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
LHR is about 26 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Need a convenient hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from London to Phoenix, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights leaving London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% touch down on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Split up your London to Phoenix flight with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Some great stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and Phoenix are:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
On public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from London to Phoenix? Kick back in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
69% of flights taking off from London Gatwick Airport make it to their destination as expected.
Stansted Airport (STN)
The journey to STN from central London is around 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early London to Phoenix flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to Stansted Airport and get to your check-in counter with time to spare:
Flights departing from STN arrive at their final stop within the expected time frame 64.73% of the time.
Arriving in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF) is approximately 24 kilometres from central Phoenix. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 35 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 55 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near SCF if you have a late flight from London to Phoenix. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
The centre of Phoenix is approximately 6 kilometres from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX). After your flight from London to Phoenix has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 10 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take approximately 35 minutes on public transport.
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Europcar, Dollar or Thrifty and be on your way in a flash.
Snap up the best price by securing your ride from PHX one week in advance. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
The address for Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Step off your flight from London to Phoenix and travel to your hotel or start exploring right away. The centre of Phoenix is around 40 kilometres from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) and takes roughly 40 minutes to drive there.
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next leg of your trip by picking up a Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport rental car. Dollar, Alamo and Budget are some companies you can book with.
If you're looking for a specific kind of vehicle, lock in your ride from AZA about two weeks ahead of your flight from London to Phoenix. This gives you a higher chance of getting the car you want, along with a better deal.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport's street address is 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
Best time to go to Phoenix
Before locking in your flights from London to London, think about which time of year works best for you. Peak season in London offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season brings better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Phoenix is July, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Book your London to Phoenix ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Look for cheap flights from London to Phoenix around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Phoenix
Start your Phoenix trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from London to Phoenix, check out our selection of hotels including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park are must-visits when exploring Phoenix.
Explore more of United States
San Diego is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Phoenix. Around 483 kilometres to the west, popular attractions include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
Around 418 kilometres north-west of Phoenix, Las Vegas is another favourite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Fremont Street Experience.
