Traveling from London to Huatulco Airport (HUX): What you need to know
When planning your flight from London to Huatulco Airport (HUX), you'll have a good selection of airports to take off from. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Huatulco is six hours behind London. Huatulco Airport is located in Huatulco, which operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from London to HUX, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Whether you want to discover a new city along the way or just have a break, we make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To compare your options departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from London to HUX.
LHR is around 19 miles from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving 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 trip time to be around 1 hour.
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Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% land on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can arrive at LGW from central London in approximately 1 hour 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to cover the 50 miles or so.
Get a head start on your vacation with an additional night away from home. Before catching your London to HUX flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance of 69.26%. This figure shows how frequently flights departing from this airport arrive on time.
Stansted Airport (STN)
From the center of London, STN is around 40 miles away. It takes roughly 1 hour to arrive by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so on public transport.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near Stansted Airport and know you'll be at the terminal with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early London to Huatulco Airport flight:
The on-time performance rate of STN is 64.73%. In other words, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive as planned.
About Huatulco Airport (HUX)
After your flight from London to Huatulco Airport has landed, kick back at a hotel close by. Planta Glamp Farm is a comfortable option that's not too far from HUX.
Pick up a Huatulco Airport rental car and discover Huatulco and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Economy and Europcar are top outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around one week in advance of your London to Huatulco Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Huatulco Airport (HUX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Huatulco Airport is $433. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $876. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from London to HUX if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from London to Huatulco Airport (HUX)
July is when most people book flights from London to Huatulco Airport (HUX). Plan your visit to Huatulco in May for a quieter experience.
When booking your London to HUX plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. April is the warmest month in Huatulco, with temperatures ranging from 72ºF to 91ºF.
January sees temperatures of between 66ºF and 86ºF. Search for cheap tickets from London to Huatulco Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Huatulco
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Huatulco right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from London to Huatulco Airport:
Your visit to Huatulco isn't complete without checking out the sights. Top attractions you can't miss include Magic Falls, Parador turístico and HUMAR La Herradura.
Explore more of Mexico
You've seen Huatulco, now it's time to explore other parts of Mexico. Journey around 95 miles north to Oaxaca to tick off its top sights. From Guelaguetza to Centro Histórico de Oaxaca de Juárez and Jardín Etnobotánico de Oaxaca, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Mexico, head for Salina Cruz, about 75 miles east of Huatulco. Mareño surf tours Camp, Mirador La Costera and Malecón 'Salina Cruz' are among the biggest draws.