Travelling from London to Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG): What you need to know
Take your pick of numerous airports when organising your flight from London to Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG). Check out your options for leaving London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
The timezone in Kuala Terengganu is UTC+8, which is eight hours ahead of London. Sultan Mahmud Airport is located in Kuala Terengganu.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to TGG. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to explore a new place or just have a break during your trip. When looking for a cheap flight from London to TGG, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is one option when leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Travelling from central London to LHR takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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Of the departures from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
With public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in about 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your London to TGG flight? Relax in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
The journey to STN from central London is around 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early London to Sultan Mahmud Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these hotels near Stansted Airport and get to your departure gate with plenty of time to spare:
Flights that take off from STN arrive at their destination as scheduled 64.73% of the time.
About Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG)
If you have a late flight from London to Sultan Mahmud Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near TGG:
Getting from Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG) to central Kuala Terengganu
Sultan Mahmud Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Kuala Terengganu. How long it takes to get to the centre by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG)
At the moment, $916 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Sultan Mahmud Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,240. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from London to TGG if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your London to Sultan Mahmud Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from London to Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG)
February is the quietest month for flights from London to Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG), while August is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to Kuala Terengganu based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a London to TGG plane ticket departing in May if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kuala Terengganu to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from London to Sultan Mahmud Airport in February when temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Kuala Terengganu
After booking your flight from London to Sultan Mahmud Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Kuala Terengganu:
Your Kuala Terengganu trip isn't complete without checking out the sights. Highlights you can't miss include Chinatown, Takir Beach Kuala Terengganu a.k.a Miami Beach and Taman Tamadun Islam.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kuala Terengganu has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia you should also see. About 129 kilometres north-west of Kuala Terengganu, a visit to Kota Bharu will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Istana Negeri Kelantan, Museum Of Islamic Culture and Masjid Al Karomah.
Around 290 kilometres south-west of Kuala Terengganu, Kuala Lumpur is another favourite stop in Malaysia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to PETRONAS Tower 2, Petronas Twin Towers and Petronas Tower take photo point.
