Traveling from London to Limon International Airport (LIO): What you need to know
When planning a flight from London to Limon International Airport (LIO), you'll have a good range of airports to jet out of. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Limon is six hours behind London. Limon International Airport is located in Limon, which runs on the UTC-6 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to LIO. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're traveling during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. 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)
LHR is about 31 kilometers from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Planning to catch an early flight from London to Limon International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to London Heathrow Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, data shows 68.18% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
LGW is around 80 kilometers from central London. It'll take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to LIO flight:
As far as flight punctuality goes, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
From the center of London, STN is around 64 kilometers away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour to get there by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Make catching an early London to Limon International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Stansted Airport and get to your boarding gate with plenty of time to spare:
Flights that leave from STN arrive at their final stop as scheduled 64.73% of the time.
About Limon International Airport (LIO)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London to Limon International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near LIO instead:
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Limon International Airport (LIO)
At the moment, AED 2,080 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Limon International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 4,000. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from London to LIO, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
Cheap London to Limon International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from London to Limon International Airport (LIO)
Think about your travel style when deciding when to fly. May is the quietest month to visit Limon. August is when most people book flights from London to Limon International Airport (LIO), which may be perfect if you enjoy traveling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Limon is September, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your London to LIO flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from London to Limon International Airport in January when temperatures are between 20ºC (68ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Limon
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Limon right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from London to Limon International Airport:
There are loads of terrific things to do in Limon when you're ready to see the sights. Kick off your itinerary at Veragua Rainforest Park followed by Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños.
Explore more of Costa Rica
San Jose is just one of the many places in Costa Rica waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Limon. Around 113 kilometers away to the west, its best attractions include National Park (Parque Nacional), Jurassic World and Central Park (Parque Central).
Around 129 kilometers west of Limon, Alajuela is another favorite stop in Costa Rica. Start your sightseeing at Doka Estate Costa Rica Coffee Tour & Plantation, Botanical Orchid Garden and Fraijanes forests.
