Travelling from London to Salalah Airport (SLL): What you need to know
The timezone in Salalah is UTC+4, which is four hours ahead of London. Salalah Airport is located in Salalah.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from London to SLL.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from London to SLL with a stopover. To explore your options leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between LHR and SLL include:
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
The journey from central London to LHR takes about 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from London to Salalah Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels near London Heathrow Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, data shows 78% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Experience more along the way with a stopover on your flight from London to Salalah Airport. Dubai International Airport (DXB) is a great option between London Gatwick Airport and SLL.
You can arrive at LGW from central London in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to SLL flight:
London Gatwick Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 82% of flights out of here arrive right on target.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Whether just for an hour or two or several days, a stopover can make your journey feel more relaxed and effortless. When flying out of London Stansted Airport (STN), you can book a plane ticket from London to Salalah Airport (SLL) stopping at Dubai International Airport (DXB).
The journey to STN from the centre of London is around 45 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay near London Stansted Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early London to Salalah Airport flight:
STN has a reliable on-time arrivals performance of 80%, so you can rely on your flight to stay on schedule and touch down when it should.
About Salalah Airport (SLL)
If you're coming in on a late flight from London to Salalah Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near SLL:
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your London to Salalah Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Salalah Airport (SLL) to central Salalah
Central Salalah is about 3 kilometres from Salalah Airport. Journey times by car hire or taxi will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of time.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Salalah Airport (SLL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Salalah Airport is ₹ 40,922. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 63,149. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from London to SLL. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your London to Salalah Airport ticket.
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Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from London to Salalah Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and number of stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from London to Salalah Airport (SLL)
Think about your travel style when deciding the best time to fly. November is the quietest month to go to Salalah. August is when most people book flights from London to Salalah Airport (SLL), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Book a London to SLL plane ticket departing in May if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Salalah to range from 23ºC to 35ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from London to Salalah Airport in January when temperatures are between 16ºC and 27ºC.
More about Salalah
After booking your flight from London to Salalah Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Salalah:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Sultan Qaboos Mosque Salalah, Darbat Waterfall and Beach are highlights which should be on any well-planned Salalah itinerary.