London to Hamilton (LHR–BDA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

British passport holders enter Bermuda visa-free for up to 6 months. No fee, no advance application. Bermuda is a British Overseas Territory, so UK passport holders have straightforward entry. Passport must be valid for at least 45 days beyond the departure date from Bermuda.

You need a return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation. Complete the Bermuda Travel Authorisation (BTA) form at travel.gov.bm within 1 to 3 days before arrival, costing $40 per person ($30 for children). This replaced the old paper immigration form. Immigration may ask for evidence of sufficient funds to support your stay.

Direct flights from London Gatwick to Bermuda (BDA) run about 7 hours on British Airways. The Bermudian dollar (BMD) is pegged 1:1 to the US dollar, and USD is accepted everywhere interchangeably. Bermuda has no income tax, but prices are high: expect $20+ for a basic meal. No vaccination requirements for UK arrivals. Bermuda is not part of the Schengen Area, EU, or any other visa-sharing zone, so time here has no impact on other visa clocks.

Heathrow Express runs from London Paddington to T5 and T2/T3 in 15–21 minutes (£37 single, cheaper booked online or via the Heathrow app). Elizabeth line (Crossrail) is a lower-cost alternative; Paddington to T5 in 34 minutes from £13.50 with an Oyster/contactless cap of £14.90. The Elizabeth line also serves central London stations including Bond Street, Farringdon, and Liverpool Street.London Underground Piccadilly line serves all terminals (T2/T3/T4/T5) from central London in 40–60 minutes (£6 with Oyster). Taxis (black cabs) from central London cost £55–90 depending on traffic. Coach services from Victoria Coach Station (National Express) cost from £10 booked in advance.