Travelling from London to Horta Airport (HOR): what you need to know
London has plenty of airports to fly out of. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to Horta Airport (HOR). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.
Horta is 1 hour behind London. Horta Airport is located in Horta, which operates on the UTC-1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from London to HOR, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers offer the opportunity to explore a new place or just take a break during your travels. When searching for a flight from London to HOR, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) is an option if you're departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
The distance from central London to LHR is about 31 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest route, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from London to Horta Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Think about adding a stop at Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS). It's a key stopover on a flight from London to Horta Airport (HOR) departing London Gatwick Airport. Use a longer layover to get out and explore, or take advantage of a short break to visit an airport cafe.
LGW is about 80 kilometres from central London. It takes 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away from home? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to HOR:
About Horta Airport (HOR)
If you're coming in on a late flight from London to Horta Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near HOR:
Getting from Horta Airport (HOR) to central Horta
Horta Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Horta. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 12 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 29 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Horta Airport (HOR)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London to Horta Airport is ₹ 20,148. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 31,733. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get flight tickets from London to HOR. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from London to Horta Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from London to Horta Airport. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
The best time to fly from London to Horta Airport (HOR)
August is the most popular month for flights from London to Horta Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Horta in February when things are quieter.
Before you book a flight from London to HOR, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Horta, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 24ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 11ºC and 16ºC. Search for cheap flights from London to Horta Airport sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Horta
After locking in your flight from London to Horta Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Horta:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Peter Cafe & Scrimshaw Museum, Horta Regional Museum and Entre Montes are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Horta itinerary.
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