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The British Museum
World-class collection spanning ancient civilisations, the Rosetta Stone and global treasures with free permanent galleries.
Flights from Aberdeen to London depart on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 26m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
There are 8 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:40, the last at 22:10. The fastest flight covers the 639 km distance in 1h 20m. January is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 639 km |
Average flight duration 3h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Flights per day 13 |
Direct flights 8 |
Fastest flight 1h 20m |
First flight 5:40 |
Last flight 22:10 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Cheapest price on 31 Aug
£144
Average ticket price on 31 Aug
£356
Fastest journey on 31 Aug
1 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 31 Aug
1 h 33 m
Flights on 31 Aug
12
Distance
639 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Aberdeen to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberdeen to London will cost around £356 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £144.
On Mon 31 Aug, we found 12 flights from Aberdeen to London, including 8 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 639 km distance in an average of 1 h 33 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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BA1301Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £46 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 26m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, while a train costs an average of £107.
Distance: 639 km
| Flight | Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£94 Average Price | £107 Average Price | £46 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 26m Average total duration Fastest 3h 26m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 30m Average total duration 7h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 56m Average total duration 12h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen to London flights for today, Sunday 30 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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BA1403+ BA4025 | 14:45 Aberdeen Airport | 5h40 | 20:25 London Heathrow Airport | 1 change | |
BA1463+ BA8888+ BA4025 | 14:45 Aberdeen Airport | 7h50 | 22:35 London Heathrow Airport | 2 changes | |
BA1407+ BA4025 | 14:45 Aberdeen Airport | 6h40 | 21:25 London Heathrow Airport | 1 change | |
BA1461+ BA4025+ BA8888 | 14:45 Aberdeen Airport | 7h00 | 21:45 London Heathrow Airport | 2 changes | |
BA1311 | 15:50 Aberdeen Airport | 1h35 | 17:25 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA1315 | 18:55 Aberdeen Airport | 1h30 | 20:25 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA1319 | 20:25 Aberdeen Airport | 1h30 | 21:55 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 31 August | |||||
U2856 | 6:05 Aberdeen Airport | 1h45 | 7:50 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA1321 | 6:50 Aberdeen Airport | 1h45 | 8:35 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U2616 | 9:05 Aberdeen Airport | 1h25 | 10:30 London Luton Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA1301 | 9:35 Aberdeen Airport | 1h40 | 11:15 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA4025+ BA1407 | 10:25 Aberdeen Airport | 10h25 | 20:50 London Heathrow Airport | 1 change | |
BA4025+ BA1403 | 10:25 Aberdeen Airport | 9h25 | 19:50 London Heathrow Airport | 1 change | |
BA7825+ BA1373 | 11:00 Aberdeen Airport | 10h15 | 21:15 London Heathrow Airport | 1 change | |
BA7825+ BA1369 | 11:00 Aberdeen Airport | 7h00 | 18:00 London Heathrow Airport | 1 change | |
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World-class collection spanning ancient civilisations, the Rosetta Stone and global treasures with free permanent galleries.
National collection of European painting from Van Gogh to Turner in a landmark Trafalgar Square setting.
Vast museum of art, design and performance, loved for fashion, sculpture and major temporary exhibitions.
Lively pedestrian riverside route linking major sights, street performers, markets and excellent views across the Thames.
West End square famous for lions, fountains and events, surrounded by galleries and central to many first-time visits.
Grand royal park with Serpentine lake, broad paths and easy walks to Kensington Palace and Buckingham Palace.
A classic breakfast of sausages, bacon, eggs, beans, mushrooms and toast. A staple of British cafés and weekend dining across London.
Pale ale battered fish with chips, usually served with mushy peas and tartare sauce. A long-standing favourite in London pubs and chippies.
Slow-cooked beef in rich gravy topped with mashed potato. This hearty pie is closely associated with East London working-class food culture.
Luxury hotel venue renowned for formal afternoon tea with fine pastries, sandwiches and impeccable service in grand surroundings.
Refined Indian restaurant with a Michelin star, celebrated for polished cooking and a landmark role in London’s modern dining scene.
Historic dining room famed for traditional British pies, roast meats and classic puddings in elegant, old-school surroundings.
Very costly by European standards; hotels, dining and transport are notably pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks.
Restaurants often add a 12.5% service charge; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafés: no obligation, small change optional.
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It’s easy to take a flight from Aberdeen to London, with there being a comprehensive timetable throughout the week. There tends to be about 38 flights across the week, so you should be able to find a flight which matches your schedule. The flight time tends to take about 1h 40min, so it won’t be long before you’ve touched down in London.
When you take a flight from Aberdeen to London you can choose from up to eight flights per day, depending on which day you travel. On Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays there are about six flights each day, on Tuesdays there tends to be about five flights and on Wednesdays there are around four flights departing. During the weekend there are three flights that normally depart on a Saturday and eight on a Sunday.
The first departure time is normally about 6:25 a.m. on Mondays, 6:35 a.m. on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, whilst on Wednesdays the first departure is around 6:10 a.m. The latest departure from Aberdeen to London is around 8:45 p.m. on Mondays, 7:25 p.m. on Tuesdays, 4:55 p.m. on Wednesdays, 8:55 p.m. on Thursdays and approximately 8:30 p.m. on Fridays. During the weekend the last flight is around 10:35 a.m. on Saturdays and 9:10 p.m. on Sundays. All flights on this route are direct too, so you won’t need to worry about changing along the way.
The journey time from Aberdeen to London is fast and efficient, so it won’t be long before you’ve arrived at your destination. If you fly with British Airways you will land at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which takes around 1h 45min in total. If you fly with easyJet, you’ll either land at London Luton Airport (LTN) or London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Flights to LTN take approximately 1h 20min, with flights to LGW taking around 1h 40min. All trips between Aberdeen to London take-off from the same airport, which is Aberdeen Airport (ABZ).

London Tourist Tower Bridge Blue. Source: Shutterstock
Departure airport: The departure Airport for this route is always Aberdeen Airport, which is located just outside the city. You can travel to the airport from Aberdeen in about 33min by bus 727. At the airport you will be able to find a range of amenities, such as currency exchange bureaus, restaurants, gift shops, cash machines and toilets, so you’ll be all set for your flight.
Arrival airport: The arrival airports on this route are either London Heathrow Airport, London Luton Airport or London Gatwick Airport. You can get to these airports from central London with ease. From London Paddington the Heathrow Express takes 15min to Heathrow Airport. From King’s Cross St. Pancras you can get to Luton Airport in about 30min on the ThamesLink. Whilst from London Victoria you can get the Gatwick Express to Gatwick Airport in about 30min too. At the airports you will have a great range of facilities, such as currency exchange offices, food outlets, coffee shops, gift shops and car hire, so you’ll be all set for your onward journey.
There are two airlines that operate the route from Aberdeen to London, so you’ll be able to pick from a great range of flights. You can fly with either British Airways or easyJet, which both provide a regular service throughout the week. In total there tends to be about 38 flights in the week, 28 of which are operated by British Airways and 10 by easyJet. British Airways flights tend to fly to London Heathrow Airport and take approximately 1h 45min. Whilst easyJet flights fly to London Luton Airport in about 1h 20min or London Gatwick Airport in around 1h 40min. Make sure you are flying to the right airport when you book as they are quite far away from each other. All the flights are direct too, so you will not have to change along the way.
British Airways Aberdeen to London flights are a great way to travel, with there being around 28 flights per week to London Heathrow Airport. There tends to be four flights on a Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Whilst there are normally five on a Tuesday, one on a Saturday and six on a Sunday. The earliest flight that departs Aberdeen is normally around 6:25 a.m. on a Monday, 6:35 a.m. on a Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, whilst on a Wednesday the first departure tends to be approximately 6:10 a.m. On Saturday the only flight departs at 7:10 a.m., whilst on Sunday the first flight from Aberdeen to London is about 10:40 a.m.
The last departure for flights on this route is around 4:50 p.m. on Mondays and Thursdays, 7:25 p.m. on Tuesdays, 4:55 p.m. on Wednesdays and 8:00 p.m. on Fridays. During the weekend the last take-off is approximately 7:10 a.m. on Saturday and 8:25 p.m. on Sunday. Whether it’s a one-way journey of round-trip ticket that you’re looking for, British airways offers a great selection for you to choose form.
easyJet Aberdeen to London flights are also a great way to travel, with there being flights to both London Luton Airport and London Gatwick Airport. There tends to be about 10 flights throughout the week, with there being two flights on Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. On Mondays the first flight departs at 8:10 a.m., with the last one taking-off about 8:45 p.m. On Thursdays the first departure is about 10:00 a.m. and the last is around 8:55 p.m. On Fridays you can catch a plane at either 2:55 p.m. or 8:30 p.m. Saturdays tends to have two places departing in quick succession to different airports, at 10:30 a.m. and 10:35 a.m. Whereas on Sundays the two flights depart at 3:40 p.m. and 9:10 p.m. All flights on this route are direct, so you can just sit back, relax and enjoy the journey.
Flights with easyJet and British Airways from Aberdeen to London are a great way to travel. There are no First Class options on the planes, but all seats are spacious and comfortable for the journey. On British Airways flights you can take cabin luggage that can be no bigger than 90cm x 75cm x 43cm and that weights no more than 51 lbs (23 kg).
On easyJet the cabin luggage much not exceed 56cm x 45cm x 25cm in size, with there no weight limit. You can take a bicycle on board these airlines, but you will need to pack the bike accordingly and pay an extra fee. Assistance dogs can be taken into the cabin with you, whilst other pets are not permitted. If you are travelling with a disability and want help boarding the flight, then you can call up your airline at least 48h before take-off to arrange for special assistance.
The best way to find cheap flights from Aberdeen to London is to begin your search as early as possible. Often plane tickets cost more the closer you get to the departure date, so it always pays to be prepared. It is also good to be flexible with your journey, as you might find a better fare this way. For example, if you want to fly on a Wednesday, it might be worth looking on a Tuesday or Thursday too, as flights might be slightly cheaper.

London Cathedral Roof Walk. Source: Shutterstock
London is a great city to visit with there being many top tourist attractions. Make sure you’re prepared for your trip by planning your activities in advance. Begin your trip by visiting Covent Garden, where you can enjoy a stroll through the market and also sit at one of the cafes and watch the world go by.
Then head over to the Southbank, where you can walk along the Thames river and get great views of London. Along the river you’ll find the Millennium Wheel, which is an observation wheel that provides panoramic vistas of the city. If that’s not enough for you, head up The Shard, where you can see for miles on a clear day.
You can enjoy some fine cuisine in London, so take your pick of world foods at Borough Market. Finish off your visit by heading the West End, where you can take in a performance that you’ll cherish for a lifetime.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen to London by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Aberdeen to London flights use the Aberdeen Airport to London Heathrow Airport airport pair, with some services landing at London Gatwick Airport. Use this guide to compare Aberdeen and London airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Aberdeen Airport is 1 km from Aberdeen city centre. Public transport options include:
Aberdeen Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aberdeen Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aberdeen Airport: Ramps, assistance, toilets.
London Heathrow Airport is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Heathrow Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for up to 4 hours. ATMs are located in all terminals, offering multiple currencies.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Heathrow Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Heathrow Airport: Assistance.
London Gatwick Airport is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Gatwick Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 90 minutes. ATMs are located in both terminals, offering multiple currencies.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Gatwick Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Gatwick Airport: Assistance.
London Luton Airport is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Luton Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Luton Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Luton Airport: Assistance.
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