Traveling from London to Pointe Noire Airport (PNR): What you need to know
London has numerous airports to fly out of. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organizing your flight from London to Pointe Noire Airport (PNR). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.
Pointe Noire is one hour ahead of London. Pointe Noire Airport is located in Pointe Noire, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to PNR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Heading off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from London to PNR even cheaper with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search to find cities that could split up the flight. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is an option when leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Traveling from central London to LHR takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 19 miles in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Consider adding a stopover to your journey at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). It's a key transfer point for flights from London to Pointe Noire Airport (PNR) out of London Gatwick Airport.
You can arrive at LGW from the center of London in approximately 1 hour 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to travel the 50 miles or so.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to PNR flight:
London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance rate of 69.26%. This figure shows how often flights that leave from this airport land at their destination on time.
Stansted Airport (STN)
The journey time to STN from central London is around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 40 miles or so.
Make catching an early London to Pointe Noire Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Stansted Airport and head to your check-in counter without rushing:
Flights that leave from STN land at their destination within the scheduled time frame 64.73% of the time.
About Pointe Noire Airport (PNR)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London to Pointe Noire Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near PNR instead:
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Pointe Noire Airport (PNR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Pointe Noire Airport is $655. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,108. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from London to PNR. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
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The best time to fly from London to Pointe Noire Airport (PNR)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding your trip dates. February is the quietest month to go to Pointe Noire. June is when most people book flights from London to Pointe Noire Airport (PNR), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Book a London to PNR plane ticket departing in March if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Pointe Noire to range from 75ºF to 86ºF.
July sees temperatures of between 68ºF and 77ºF. Search for cheap tickets from London to Pointe Noire Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Pointe Noire
Start your Pointe Noire trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from London to Pointe Noire Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Your trip to Pointe Noire should come with a side of sightseeing. Top attractions that should be on your list include Cathedral Saint-Pierre, Public Garden and FISHERS BEACH.
Explore more of the Republic of the Congo
Get the most out of your the Republic of the Congo trip by exploring beyond Pointe Noire. About 70 miles away to the north-east, Le Temps Passé is another exciting city to add to your itinerary. Tick off some of its popular sights such as Lac bleu de dolisie while you're here.