Book a trip from Auckland to London with Cathay Pacific , fares from NZD2,649

Flight route information

Cathay Pacific offers flights to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) from Auckland International Airport (AKL) with a layover at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG). The journey, including the layover, takes 27 hours and will bring you to Terminal 2 in London.

Upon your arrival in London

The Heathrow Express train is the fastest way to travel into central London from Heathrow Airport, taking 15 to 20 minutes to arrive at London’s Paddington station. For door-to-door service, taxis can take you to the city centre in around 30 minutes. Another option is the underground railway system, which can take you directly to Leicester Square, Kensington or Covent Garden in under an hour.

A brief introduction to London

The home of a vast, global heritage, a thriving dining scene and world class museums and galleries, it’s little wonder that London is one of the most-visited cities in the world.

Start your journey by visiting one of the city’s many UNESCO sites, some of the more popular being The Tower of London, London Bridge and The Palace of Westminster. Visitors can also view the daily Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace - a royal tradition that’s been in place for over 300 years. London’s modern architecture is also something to marvel at, be sure to visit the city’s iconic skyscrapers such as The Shard, “Gherkin” and “Walkie Talkie”.

London also boasts many world class museums and galleries. History lovers are recommended to visit the British Museum, which has more than eight million pieces in its collection. The Tate Modern and National Gallery are ideal for art enthusiasts. London’s dining scene is best experienced in the lively districts of Soho and Oxford Street. There you will find international restaurants serving authentic cuisines, as well as local pubs pouring British ales and ciders.

Flying to London with Cathay Pacific

Book your Auckland to London flight with Cathay Pacific and sample our inflight dining menus that merge a range of international dishes with Asian classics. Throughout your journey, you will also have access to our expanded entertainment suite. Sit back and relax in seats designed for comfort as you enjoy newly-released films, multi-season TV box sets, podcasts, games and more.

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