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Aberdeen Art Gallery
Aberdeen’s main art gallery with Scottish and international works, a sculpture court and changing exhibitions in a restored civic building.
Flights from Darlington to Aberdeen depart on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £561 but you can travel from only £37 by coach.
The earliest flight runs at 05:55, the last at 18:20. The fastest flight covers the 293 km distance in 2h 40m. August is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 293 km |
Average flight duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £561 |
Flights per day 5 |
Fastest flight 2h 40m |
First flight 5:55 |
Last flight 18:20 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£558
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£630
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
5 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
7 h 27 m
Flights on 19 Sept
3
Distance
293 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Darlington to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Darlington to Aberdeen will cost around £630 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £558.
To travel from Darlington to Aberdeen you need to make at least one change.
BA1327 · BA1314
BA1341 · BA1310
BA1327 · BA1310
BA1327 · BA1310
BA1327 · BA1314
BA1341 · BA1310Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Darlington to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £37 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, while a flight costs an average of £635.
Distance: 293 km
Most popular Flight | Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£635 Average Price | £80 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest | £70 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 50m Average total duration 7h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Darlington to Aberdeen:
A coach is £42 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Darlington to Aberdeen costing on average £80.
A coach is £598 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Darlington to Aberdeen costing on average £635.
Other travel options to Aberdeen take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 33m.
Coach takes on average 7h 20m.
The table below shows live departures for Darlington to Aberdeen flights for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BA1337 · BA1320 | 18:20 Newcastle Airport | 5h15 | 23:35 Aberdeen Airport | 1 change | |
| Saturday 19 September | |||||
BA1341 · BA1310 | 6:10 Newcastle Airport | 8h50 | 15:00 Aberdeen Airport | 1 change | |
BA1327 · BA1314 | 9:55 Newcastle Airport | 8h25 | 18:20 Aberdeen Airport | 1 change | |
BA1327 · BA1310 | 9:55 Newcastle Airport | 5h05 | 15:00 Aberdeen Airport | 1 change | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Aberdeen’s main art gallery with Scottish and international works, a sculpture court and changing exhibitions in a restored civic building.
A maritime museum overlooking the harbour, covering shipbuilding, fishing and North Sea oil through models, objects and interactive displays.
A small museum dedicated to the Gordon Highlanders, with military artefacts, medals and stories from more than two centuries of service.
A central Victorian park with formal lawns, floral displays and a large glasshouse complex beside key shopping streets.
The university quarter with cobbled lanes, old collegiate buildings and a quieter atmosphere that contrasts with the modern city centre.
A broad city-centre avenue lined with granite buildings, shops, theatres and gardens, useful for orientating yourself in central Aberdeen.
A rich, creamy haddock soup with milk, onions and potatoes. It is a north-east Scottish classic closely associated with Aberdeen’s fishing heritage.
A traditional Scottish pudding made with oats, suet, onions and sheep’s offal. It is a national staple often served in Aberdeen pubs and homes.
Smoked haddock, usually naturally dyed pale yellow, prized around Aberdeen for its firm texture and deep smoky flavour from the north-east coast.
Well-known local fish bar serving excellent fish and chips and other takeaway favourites close to the beach.
Stylish city-centre restaurant serving modern Scottish cooking with strong local seafood and meat options in a relaxed, smart setting.
Popular seafood restaurant near the harbour, known for fresh fish, shellfish and classic Scottish plates in an unfussy setting.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels can be pricey in peak periods, but dining, buses and everyday costs are generally manageable for tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up for taxis; cafés usually do not expect tips.
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Aberdeen Airport -> Union Square
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darlington to Aberdeen 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 Aberdeen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Darlington to Aberdeen flights use the Newcastle Airport to Aberdeen Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Darlington and Aberdeen 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.
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