Originally Posted by
fredrok
I'm booking a trip to Corfu (CFU) through London Heathrow (LHR) in June and have a question for those familiar with LHR logistics. If I book AA/BA completely through to CFU, the tickets are $3000 more for a family of 4 than if I book the exact flights separately and just collect my bags and recheck them for the Corfu flight. So my question for those familiar with LHR is am I correct to assume I'll have to claim bags, clear customs, check back in, security, etc? And how much time/layover, in your opinion, should I allot for that? First time through LHR so unfamiliar is an understatement.
Some info here, and in other similar threads
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https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/brit...ng-lhr-t5.html
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https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/brit...l#post25935803
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https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/brit...s-service.html
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https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/brit...assengers.html
You need to establish which terminals you would be using. Maybe T3 (AA) to T5? (BA) [not 100%sure]
If the airlines are offering a time difference that is close to the minimum connection time MCT, you need to allow a lot more time, and them some, as you are not connecting.
As above at worst you will buying new walk up fares to Corfu.
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http://www.gcmap.com/mapui?P=JFK-LHR...SU=kts&RS=best
You will also need to ensure you have passport/visa that allow entry into UK.