In England and the United Kingdom, tourism is among the important economic drivers of the country with millions of visitors coming over on an annual basis. The capital and largest city, London, is among the leading tourist destinations. It has a diverse range of culture and people, with four World Heritage Sites located in the city.

Best time to fly from Dipolog to London

In general, the climate in London can be said to be oceanic all year-round with the average temperature between 5.2 and 18.7 degree Celsius, mainly characterized by warm summers and cool yet not too cold of winter. The peak time to visit London is usually around the months of fall from September to November, which is when it gets chilly and windy, yet it is still just nice to go around the city. The off-peak season to visit London is usually around March to May during the spring season. During this season, rain is more common while humidity is at its high, making it less ideal to go out. Visitors should check the weather reports before going to this town. The good thing is, during this month, flight and hotel prices will drop like crazy during this period, which can be good news to bargain hunters.

Main airports available in Dipolog and London

Dipolog Airport – The Dipolog Airport is a public domestic airport that connects the city of Dipolog with other places in the Philippines. The airport can be found at Barangay Minaog, which is about 15 kilometres away from the city centre of Dipolog. It is one of the busiest airports in the region of Mindanao. Civil Aviation Authority of the Phillippines operates this airport. It has on a terminal and a runway that is 2,100 meters in length and is made of concrete. Among the airlines that operate in this airport is Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines as well as Royhle Airway Charter with destinations to Cebu, Dumaguete and Manila. From the airport, it is easy to go to the city area because there are a handful of types of transportation available in Dipolog Airport that are meant for the visitors.

Heathrow Airport – Heathrow Airport is the main airport in the United Kingdom that is meant to connect the city of London and nearby areas with the outside world. It is the second busiest airport in the world by international passenger traffic which is located 23 kilometres west of central London, near the south end of the London Borough of Hillingdon. Heathrow Airport is the largest among all airports serving Greater London and is considered the main gateway into the United Kingdom. It has four active terminals, namely the Queen’s Terminal or Terminal 2, Oceanic Terminal or Terminal 3, Terminal 4 and Terminal 5, while Terminal 1 has been closed since 2015. With two grooved asphalt runways, it is the primary hub for British Airways and a base for Virgin Atlantic, while different terminals would serve different airlines from all over the world. Access and transport to the airport are not too hard since the airport is well-connected to the city via train, bus and coach among others.

Climate pattern in Dipolog and London

London, just like other cities in Europe, lacks an extremely hot summer, having mild summers and cool winters for most of the time. The town is said to have a temperate oceanic climate according to the Köppen climate classification. The average temperature is usually about 11.3 degree Celsius and could reach an average high of 15.2 degree Celsius as well as an average low of 7.4 degree Celsius. The precipitation is about 601.7 millimetres annually with most of the months having around 9 to 12 days of rain which is much lesser than its contemporaries. If you plan to visit London, do take into account the climate pattern mentioned above and make sure you book your flight and hotel early during the peak season as they will certainly get finished quickly.

Highlight attractions in London

• Tower of London – Officially known as the Her Majesty's Royal Palace and Fortress of the Tower of London, this historic castle is one of the four World Heritage Sites that can be found in the city. Founded around end of 1066 as part of the Norman Conquest, its functions changed throughout history, initially being a grand palace, then prison, royal residence and now a heritage site. This tower has a significant role in the long history of England, as having control of it is considered like controlling the country. In the present, visitors come over to the tower to have a look at the designs and the collections maintained here.
• British Museum – Located in Great Russel Street, the British Museum has been founded since 1753, with the core of the institution is to dedicate itself to human history, art and culture. Initially started with the collections of Sir Hans Sloane, the museum now boasts about eight million works in its keep, most of them sourced from the days of the British Empire. Covering an area of 75,000 square meters, the museum is the first public national museum in the world
• Church of St Margaret, Westminster Abbey – London is certainly blessed with rich culture and history, and Church of St Margaret is yet another proof of it. Dedicated to Margaret of Antioch, the church can be found on the grounds of Westminster Abbey and has been found since the twelfth century by the Benedictine monks. It has been rebuilt several times ever since and has been a popular venue for society weddings.