Cheap flights to London

Popular airports near London

  • London Stansted Airport (STN)
    London 1 hr 3 min 30 mi
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR)
    London 45 min 14 mi
  • London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
    London 1 hr 28 min 25 mi
  • London Luton Airport (LTN)
    London 1 hr 5 min 27 mi

When to visit

Off-seasons section.
Off-season
Jan – Feb, Apr – May
Less popular and lower prices
Peak seasons section.
Peak season
Aug – Oct, Dec
Most popular and higher prices

About London

London, the capital of England and the United Kingdom, is a 21st-century city with history stretching back to Roman times. At its centre stand the imposing Houses of Parliament, the iconic ‘Big Ben’ clock tower and Westminster Abbey, site of British monarch coronations. Across the Thames River, the London Eye observation wheel provides panoramic views of the South Bank cultural complex, and the entire city.

Frequently asked questions about flying to London

When should you visit London?
London is a year-round destination, getting busiest Jun–Sep and in the run-up to Christmas and New Year (Dec). Jul–Aug is when many Europeans take holidays, so visitors may face more crowds and limited availability of hotel rooms. Key events include the London Marathon (Apr), Notting Hill Carnival (Aug) and Frieze London art fair (Oct). Sep–May is the city's primary season for theatre, opera, ballet and classical music. Summer’s warmer weather brings many free outdoor music and theatre festivals.
What is the best airport to fly into London?
London has 6 major airports: London Stansted Airport, Heathrow Airport, London Gatwick Airport, London Luton Airport, London City Airport and London Southend Airport. The closest airport to the city center is London City Airport 7 mi away. However, London Stansted Airport is more popular with travelers.
How can I find last-minute flight deals to London?
Finding last-minute flights to London is easy on Google Flights.
Select your departure city and use the calendar to pick your preferred travel dates and find the lowest fares available. You can even check for flights departing today.
To find the cheapest fares, it’s usually best to book at least a few weeks in advance for domestic flights and a few months in advance for international travel.
How can I find flights deals to London?
You can find great flight deals to London on Google Flights.
Just enter your departure city, choose London in the destination field, and click Search .
You can filter the results to see only nonstop flights or flights under a certain price to more easily plan your perfect budget trip.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.

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