Flying from London to Dali Airport (DLU): what you need to know
You can choose from a number of airports when organizing your flight from London to Dali Airport (DLU). Explore your options for departing London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also operate in London.
The timezone in Dali City is UTC+8, which is 8 hours ahead of London. Dali Airport is located in Dali City.
To ensure you catch your flight from London to DLU, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even tour another city. When searching for flights from London to DLU leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
The distance from central London to LHR is about 31 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Dali Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Break up your flight from London to Dali Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Popular stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and DLU include:
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Changsha Huanghua Airport (CSX)
LGW is around 80 kilometres from central London. It takes 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.
You're off on vacation, so why not extend it with another night away? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to DLU:
About Dali Airport (DLU)
If you're coming in on a late flight from London to Dali Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near DLU:
Getting from Dali Airport (DLU) to central Dali City
From Dali Airport, Dali City is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 22 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Dali Airport (DLU)
For a one-way ticket from London to Dali Airport, C$803 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight from just C$1,109. These are currently the lowest fares and may vary depending on availability.
To get your hands on flight tickets from London to DLU, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from London to Dali Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from London to Dali Airport.
The best time to fly from London to Dali Airport (DLU)
April is the quietest time to travel to Dali City. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take off in July. This is the busiest month for flights from London to Dali Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
The warmest month in Dali City is May, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from London to DLU in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 1ºC and 15ºC. Look for cheap flights from London to Dali Airport sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Dali City
After locking in your flight from London to Dali Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dali City:
Every great vacation has to include a little sightseeing. Cangshan Gate of Dali Ancient City, Dali University and 大理水花庄园 are must-visits when exploring Dali City.
Complete your Dali City trip with a car rental
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