Travelling from London to Ercan International Airport (ECN): What you need to know
Nicosia is two hours ahead of London. Ercan International Airport is located in Nicosia, which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from London to ECN, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during high season in general.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from London to ECN departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB)
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of London, LHR can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
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78% of flights that take off from London Heathrow Airport touch down at their destination on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Make the most of your trip with a stopover on your flight from London to Ercan International Airport. Here's where you can connect between London Gatwick Airport and ECN:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Antalya Airport (AYT)
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB)
You can get to LGW from the centre of London in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
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Flights from London Gatwick Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 82% of them arriving right on cue.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Book a plane ticket from London to Ercan International Airport (ECN) out of London Stansted Airport (STN) with a stop or two. Some popular stopovers between STN and ECN are:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Antalya Airport (AYT)
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB)
From the centre of London, STN is around 56 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the airport by car and 45 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Make departure day worry-free — stay near London Stansted Airport and know you'll get to your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you have an early London to Ercan International Airport flight:
With 80% of its departing flights arriving when they should, STN is a reliable starting point for your adventure.
About Ercan International Airport (ECN)
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For the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks in advance of your London to Ercan International Airport flight.
Getting from Ercan International Airport (ECN) to central Nicosia
Ercan International Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Nicosia. The time it takes to get there by car hire or taxi will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Ercan International Airport (ECN)
₹ 7,549 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from London to Ercan International Airport. A return flight starts at ₹ 17,014. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from London to ECN if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your London to Ercan International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from London to Ercan International Airport (ECN)
March is the most popular month for flights from London to Ercan International Airport (ECN). Visit Nicosia in November if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Lock in a London to ECN plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Nicosia to range from 23ºC to 38ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from London to Ercan International Airport in February when temperatures are between 6ºC and 19ºC.
More about Nicosia
Start your Nicosia trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London to Ercan International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Your Nicosia trip should come with a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions you can't miss include Medieval Venetian Walls, St John's Cathedral and Byzantine Museum.
