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Flights from Leuchars to London depart on average 36 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
There are 24 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 571 km distance in 1h 10m. August is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 571 km |
Average flight duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Flights per day 36 |
Direct flights 24 |
Fastest flight 1h 10m |
First flight 5:10 |
Last flight 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£31
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£197
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
1 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
1 h 18 m
Flights on 23 Sept
37
Distance
571 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Leuchars to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leuchars to London will cost around £197 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £31.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 37 flights from Leuchars to London, including 37 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 571 km distance in an average of 1 h 18 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 20 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.
RK 329
RK 597
U2301
U2311
U2307
U2602
U2606
BA1457
U2301
BA1455Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Leuchars to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £63 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 21m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £63, while a flight costs an average of £219.
Distance: 571 km
Most popular Flight | Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£219 Average Price | £111 Average Price | £63 Average Price Cheapest | £140 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 11m Average total duration 5h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 39m Average total duration 11h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.7 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Leuchars to London:
A coach is £48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leuchars to London costing on average £111.
A coach is £156 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leuchars to London costing on average £219.
Other travel options to London take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 41m.
Coach takes on average 11h 9m.
The table below shows live departures for Leuchars to London flights for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BA1455 | 17:25 Edinburgh Airport | 1h25 | 18:50 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA8709 | 17:50 Edinburgh Airport | 1h30 | 19:20 London City Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA1459 | 18:30 Edinburgh Airport | 1h25 | 19:55 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA8717 | 19:15 Edinburgh Airport | 1h30 | 20:45 London City Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
RK 1274 | 19:30 Edinburgh Airport | 1h10 | 20:40 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U2606 | 19:45 Edinburgh Airport | 1h15 | 21:00 London Luton Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA1461 | 20:30 Edinburgh Airport | 1h20 | 21:50 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U2313 | 20:45 Edinburgh Airport | 1h20 | 22:05 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA1463 | 21:15 Edinburgh Airport | 1h20 | 22:35 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
RK 329 | 21:20 Glasgow International Airport | 1h30 | 22:50 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U2816 | 21:25 Edinburgh Airport | 1h35 | 23:00 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 23 September | |||||
BA1467 | 5:55 Edinburgh Airport | 1h35 | 7:30 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U2807 | 6:00 Edinburgh Airport | 1h35 | 7:35 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA8701 | 6:20 Edinburgh Airport | 1h40 | 8:00 London City Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U2307 | 6:20 Edinburgh Airport | 1h25 | 7:45 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA1465 | 6:40 Edinburgh Airport | 1h35 | 8:15 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
LM0621 | 6:55 Dundee Airport | 2h05 | 9:00 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U2301 | 7:00 Edinburgh Airport | 1h20 | 8:20 London Luton Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA8711 | 7:00 Edinburgh Airport | 1h40 | 8:40 London City Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
RK 597 | 7:10 Edinburgh Airport | 1h25 | 8:35 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA8713 | 7:25 Edinburgh Airport | 1h40 | 9:05 London City Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA8703 | 8:50 Edinburgh Airport | 1h30 | 10:20 London City Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA1437 | 9:15 Edinburgh Airport | 1h35 | 10:50 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U2311 | 10:05 Edinburgh Airport | 1h25 | 11:30 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA1441 | 10:25 Edinburgh Airport | 1h35 | 12:00 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA8715 | 10:40 Edinburgh Airport | 1h25 | 12:05 London City Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
RK 1274 | 11:05 Edinburgh Airport | 1h25 | 12:30 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
RK 174 | 11:55 Glasgow International Airport | 1h20 | 13:15 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA8705 | 13:20 Edinburgh Airport | 1h30 | 14:50 London City Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA1447 | 13:40 Edinburgh Airport | 1h35 | 15:15 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U2811 | 13:45 Edinburgh Airport | 1h40 | 15:25 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U2814 | 14:45 Edinburgh Airport | 1h40 | 16:25 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA1451 | 15:25 Edinburgh Airport | 1h35 | 17:00 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U2602 | 15:40 Edinburgh Airport | 1h15 | 16:55 London Luton Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA8707 | 16:00 Edinburgh Airport | 1h30 | 17:30 London City Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
LM0625 | 16:00 Dundee Airport | 1h45 | 17:45 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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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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Most Leuchars to London flights use the Edinburgh Airport to London Heathrow Airport airport pair, with some services landing at London City Airport. Use this guide to compare Leuchars and London airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
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 City Airport is 12 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London City Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, 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 City Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London City Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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.
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