How to find cheap flights to London
£29 is currently the cheapest price we've seen for a round-trip flight to London. For a one-way ticket, the lowest fare is £15.
Book when it's best with Price Alerts. You'll receive an email or a notification through the app when London ticket prices change.
To get the best price on tickets to London, book six months ahead. That's the general recommendation for landing the best bargains.
Widen your search for cheap London flights by clicking the 'Add nearby airports' box. You'll see fares for surrounding airports which could offer bigger savings.
Indirect routes are often cheaper, so look for London plane tickets that come with a stop or two. After your results show up, select the 'Stops' filter to browse your options.
Best time to go to London
The cheapest month to get on a flight to London is typically May.
Make use of the 'Whole month' tool if you're flexible with your dates. Browse fares for an entire month and find a London flight that fits your budget and itinerary.
July is the most popular month for flights to London and the perfect time to experience the city in full swing.
February is the least busy time of year to visit if you want a more laid-back vibe. You'll typically find cheaper prices on London plane tickets then.
Check the weather before you travel. July is the warmest time of year in London, with averages between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
Temperatures are at their lowest in January, when they range from 0ºC (32ºF) to 9ºC (48ºF).
Flying to London: what you need to know
You can pick from multiple airports when booking your London flight. Look into your options for arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). You can also land at London Luton Airport (LTN) or London City Airport (LCY).
Travel to your destination without any stops. These are some of the leading airlines offering direct flights to London:
Book your London plane tickets and then find the ideal place to stay. These top hotels will put you near the action:
Getting to central London from London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Central London is about 19 miles from LHR, the city's main gateway.
If you're ride-sharing or taking a cab after your flight to London, it'll take around 55 minutes to reach the centre.
Expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour when using public transport.
Curl up in bed soon after your London flight. Put your bags down at any of these stays near London Heathrow Airport and you'll be fast asleep in no time:
London highlights
Step off your flight to London and head straight for some of the city's best attractions:
Big Ben
The British Museum
Buckingham Palace
Complete your trip with a London car hire
Once you've found your hotel and cheap flight to London, think about renting a car. With all the best offers in one place, it's easy to compare prices of car rentals in London and drive off in your dream ride.