Flying from London to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA): what you need to know
When planning a flight from London to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA), you'll have a good range of airports to jet out of. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
The timezone in Roanoke is UTC-4, which is 4 hours behind London. Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport is located in Roanoke.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to ROA. 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.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer queues and potential delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for flights from London to ROA leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
LHR is about 31 kilometres from central London. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will show you the fastest route and available public transport options.
In search of a handy hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from London to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to freshen up with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from London to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport, browse these options when leaving from London Gatwick Airport:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
LGW is around 80 kilometres from central London. It takes 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.
It's your vacation, so why not enjoy another night away? Consider staying at one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to ROA:
About Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA)
Book a hotel near ROA if you're catching a late flight from London to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) to central Roanoke
Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to the centre of Roanoke is around 11 minutes in a car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
It takes around 36 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport is C$611. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,272. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up flight tickets from London to ROA, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare the prices of tickets from London to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport across the month. The lowest fares are highlighted in green, so you can easily choose a flight that fits your budget.
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Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from London to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from London to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA)
February is the quietest time of year to fly to Roanoke. Alternatively, join the crowds and go in August. This is the most popular month for flights from London to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Roanoke. The warmest month is July. Book your flights from London to ROA during then and you can expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 32ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from London to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport in January when temperatures average between -7ºC and 10ºC.
More about Roanoke
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Roanoke right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from London to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Virginia Museum of Transportation, Taubman Museum of Art and Centre in the Square are must-do's during your Roanoke adventure.
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