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Old Jul 30, 2012, 4:18 pm
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alphatarget1
 
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Originally Posted by Swiss Tony
Yep, even when things are running normally, 6hrs is going to be on the cusp of where it's worthwhile to leave the airport IMO.

I'd be using the broad line 1hr through immigration, 1hr to get to where you want to be, 1hr to get back to the airport and leaving 1hr to get through security, to your gate and a bit of contingency. That means you'd have 2hrs tops in London.

Is there something specific you want to see or do?
Well, I have always wanted to go to London to see the Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, and a few other places. Thanks for the advice everyone! We'll see if there are any delays inbound and adjust plans accordingly- maybe it IS easier to just stay in the airport.

Flying from the U.S. by the way.
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