Traveling from London to El Alto International Airport (LPB): 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 El Alto International Airport (LPB). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the other main bases in the city.
El Alto International Airport is located in La Paz. The city operates on the UTC-4 timezone and is four hours behind London.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from London to LPB.
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 an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to explore a new city or just have a break during your journey. When searching for a cheap flight from London to LPB, deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. El Dorado International Airport (BOG) is one option when you're setting off from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
LHR is around 19 miles from central London. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from London to El Alto International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Of the flights that depart from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% land on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can get to LGW from the center of London in approximately 1 hour 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to travel the 50 miles or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your London to LPB flight? Relax in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your break officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
When it comes to flight punctuality, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is roughly 40 miles from central London. Driving from the city center to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Make catching an early London to El Alto International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Stansted Airport and get to the check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights arrive within the expected time frame. At STN, that rate is 64.73%.
About El Alto International Airport (LPB)
Have a late flight from London to El Alto International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near LPB and turn out the lights sooner:
Book an El Alto International Airport rental car and take your itinerary to places outside the usual attractions. Europcar and Keddy By Europcar can hook you up with a set of wheels for your travels through La Paz and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your London to El Alto International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to El Alto International Airport (LPB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to El Alto International Airport is $497. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,015. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from London to LPB. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest London to El Alto International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from London to El Alto International Airport.
The best time to fly from London to El Alto International Airport (LPB)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from London to El Alto International Airport (LPB). July is when most people travel to La Paz. If you like things a bit more low-key, go in February.
When booking your London to LPB plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. November is the warmest month in La Paz, with temperatures ranging from 36ºF to 59ºF.
July sees temperatures of between 32ºF and 59ºF. Search for cheap tickets from London to El Alto International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Bolivia
You've done La Paz, now it's time to discover more of Bolivia. Travel around 150 miles south-east to Cochabamba to tick off its leading sights. From Ecoturistico Pairumani Park to Centro Histórico Y Áreas Patrimoniales Del Cercado De Cochabamba and Iglesia de la Compañía de Jesús, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Oruro is another well-known destination in Bolivia and is around 120 miles south-east of La Paz. No journey is complete without seeing Carnaval de oruro, Monumento a la Virgen del Socavon and Catedral de Oruro.
