UFC Fight Night: London

Getting to London

Everything you need to get from wherever you are to O2 Arena for UFC Fight Night: London.

✈️ Flights to London

Heathrow Airport (LHR)

RECOMMENDED

London's main international hub. Direct flights from every major city worldwide. Piccadilly Line to Central London takes 50 min for £6. Heathrow Express to Paddington takes 15 min for £22-37 (book in advance).

Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Second busiest London airport. Good budget airline connections (easyJet, Norwegian). Gatwick Express to Victoria takes 30 min for £17-22. Southern rail to London Bridge takes 30-40 min for £12-17.

Stansted Airport (STN)

Budget airline hub (Ryanair, easyJet). 60 km northeast of London. Stansted Express to Liverpool Street takes 47 min for £20-30. Good for cheap fares but further out — factor in extra transfer time.

Book tip: Fly in Friday Mar 20, fly out Monday Mar 23. Event weekends in London book out fast — hotels go early.

🚗 Airport → Hotel

Jubilee Line (from Central London)RECOMMENDED

Cheapest way around London. Use Contactless or Oyster card — never buy paper tickets. Daily cap of ~£9 in Zone 1-2.

£2-4
Varies by start point
Piccadilly Line from HeathrowRECOMMENDED

Direct from all Heathrow terminals. Runs frequently. Good option if you have bags — no escalator scramble like the Express.

£6
50-60 min to Central London
Heathrow Express

Fastest from Heathrow. Book well in advance online for cheapest fares. Then take Tube from Paddington.

£22-37
15 min to Paddington
Uber / Black Cab

Expensive but convenient with luggage. Black cabs can use bus lanes. Uber is cheaper but slower in traffic.

£45-70 from Heathrow
45-75 min (traffic dependent)

🥊 Hotel → O2 Arena

Jubilee Line to North GreenwichBEST VALUE

The O2 is a 2-minute walk from North Greenwich station. Runs late on event nights. Use contactless payment.

£2-4
25-35 min from Central London
Thames Clipper River Bus

Departs from Embankment, Bankside, and Tower piers. Scenic and fun. Book on the Uber Boat app. Less crowded than Tube post-event.

£8-10
35-50 min from Central London piers
Uber / Taxi

Surge pricing after the event. Book immediately when the last fight ends or walk to a quieter pick-up spot first.

£15-35 depending on origin
25-45 min

🛂 Visa Requirements

🇺🇸 United States✓ ETA required (£10, apply online)
🇨🇦 Canada✓ ETA required (£10, apply online)
🇦🇺 Australia✓ ETA required (£10, apply online)
🇪🇺 EU Countries✓ No ETA required — valid passport needed
🇮🇳 India✓ Standard UK visa required
🇧🇷 Brazil✓ ETA required (£10, apply online)

UK ETA: Required for most non-EU visitors from January 2025. Apply at gov.uk/eta or the UK ETA app. Costs £10. Valid for multiple trips over 2 years (or until passport expires). Apply at least 72 hours before departure. EU nationals need a valid passport — ID cards no longer accepted.

🛡️ Safety + Transport Tips

  • →Use Oyster or contactless bank card for all Tube travel — never buy paper tickets at the machine.
  • →The Jubilee Line is the most reliable for the O2. Avoid driving — traffic and parking around North Greenwich is a nightmare on event nights.
  • →Watch your phone on the Tube and in crowds — phone snatching is the most common crime for tourists.
  • →Book Thames Clipper tickets in advance on event nights — they sell out quickly.
  • →Post-event Uber surge lasts 30-45 min. Take the Tube or walk to a quieter road before requesting.
  • →London tap water is safe to drink — no need to buy bottled water.
  • →Pubs last orders are usually 11 PM — plan your pre/post-fight drinks accordingly.
  • →Emergency number in the UK is 999, not 911.

🎒 Packing Tips

Layers
London in March is cold and unpredictable — 6-12°C. Waterproof jacket is essential.
Comfortable walking shoes
You'll walk a lot. London's streets are uneven — avoid new shoes.
Oyster Card or contactless card
Your bank card works on all London transport via contactless. Tap in, tap out.
UK plug adapter
UK uses Type G plugs (3-pin). Essential if coming from the US, EU, or Australia.
eSIM or UK SIM
Giffgaff or EE SIMs work well. Alternatively, enable roaming before you fly.
Umbrella
It's London. It will rain. A compact fold-up is worth the bag space.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which airport should I fly into for London?+
Heathrow (LHR) is the main international hub with the most direct routes. Take the Piccadilly Line to Central London (50 min, £6) or the Heathrow Express to Paddington (15 min, £22-37). Gatwick (LGW) is a budget alternative — Thameslink or Southern rail to London Bridge (30-45 min, £12-17).
How do I get from Heathrow to Central London?+
Piccadilly Line: £6, 50-60 min to Central London — the budget choice. Heathrow Express: £22-37 depending on booking time, 15 min to Paddington — book in advance online for best price. Black cab or Uber: £45-70, 45-60 min. National Express coaches: £6-12, 60-90 min.
How do I get to the O2 Arena?+
Jubilee Line to North Greenwich station — 2-minute walk to the O2. From Central London, allow 25-35 minutes depending on your starting station. The Jubilee Line runs late on event nights. Thames Clipper river bus is a fun alternative from Embankment, Waterloo, or London Bridge piers.
Do I need an ETA to visit the UK?+
From January 2025, visitors from the US, Canada, Australia, and many other countries need a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before arriving. Cost: £10. Apply at gov.uk/eta or the UK ETA app. EU and Swiss citizens are exempt. UK and Irish citizens don't need one.
How far is the O2 Arena from Central London?+
North Greenwich (O2 Arena) is about 8-10 km from Central London. By Jubilee Line: 25-30 min from London Bridge, 35-40 min from Green Park or Bond Street. By car or Uber: 30-45 min depending on traffic (avoid driving — parking is limited and expensive).

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