Travelling from London to Kalymnos Island National Airport (JKL): What you need to know
London has numerous airports to take off from. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to Kalymnos Island National Airport (JKL). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the other main bases in the city.
The timezone in Kalymnos is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of London. Kalymnos Island National Airport is located in Kalymnos.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from London to JKL.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from London to JKL even cheaper with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search to explore which cities could make a good pit stop. Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) is an option when departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
LHR is about 31 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 planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from London to Kalymnos Island National Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays close to London Heathrow Airport:
68.18% of flights taking off from London Heathrow Airport touch down at their destination on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Add a stopover to your journey at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH). It's a key transfer point for flights from London to Kalymnos Island National Airport (JKL) departing London Gatwick Airport.
LGW is about 80 kilometres from central London. It'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your London to JKL flight? Unwind in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Whether just for a couple of hours or several days, a stopover can make your whole trip feel a bit less hectic. When flying out of Stansted Airport (STN), you can book a flight ticket from London to Kalymnos Island National Airport (JKL) with a stop at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH).
From central London, STN is around 64 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour to get to the airport by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so on public transport.
Make catching an early London to Kalymnos Island National 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 time to spare:
Flights that take off from STN touch down at their destination as scheduled 64.73% of the time.
About Kalymnos Island National Airport (JKL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London to Kalymnos Island National Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near JKL instead:
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Kalymnos Island National Airport (JKL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Kalymnos Island National Airport is ₹ 13,660. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 25,271. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from London to JKL. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Affordable London to Kalymnos Island National Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from London to Kalymnos Island National Airport (JKL)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning your trip dates. February is the quietest month to go to Kalymnos. August is when most people book flights from London to Kalymnos Island National Airport (JKL), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
The warmest month in Kalymnos is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 27ºC. Book your London to JKL flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has temperatures of between 10ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap tickets from London to Kalymnos Island National Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Kalymnos
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Kalymnos right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from London to Kalymnos Island National Airport:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Agios Savvas Monastery, Gefira Beach and Bagatao Island are must-visits when exploring Kalymnos.
Explore more of Greece
Kalymnos will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Greece just waiting to be discovered. Around 290 kilometres south-west of Kalymnos, a trip to Rethymno will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Rethymnon Old Town, Venetian Harbour and Rethymno Beach.
Mytilene is another standout destination in Greece and is around 241 kilometres north of Kalymnos. No journey is complete without experiencing Byzantine Museum, Castle of Mytilene and Mytilene Castle.
