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Maison Bonaparte
Napoleon’s birthplace is now a museum with period rooms and family objects, offering essential context on Ajaccio’s most famous resident.
Flights from London to Ajaccio depart on average 19 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £344 if you book in advance.
The earliest flight runs at 06:00, the last at 20:55. The fastest flight covers the 1259 km distance in 14h 50m. October is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1259 km |
Average flight duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £344 |
Flights per day 19 |
Fastest flight 14h 50m |
First flight 6:00 |
Last flight 20:55 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Cheapest price
£344
Average price
£344
Fastest journey
14 h 50 m
Average duration
14 h 50 m
Flights per day
1
Distance
1259 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from London to Ajaccio is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Ajaccio will cost around £344 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £344.
Of the 1 flights that leave London for Ajaccio every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 1259 km distance in an average of 14 h 50 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 14 h 50 m .
The slowest flights will take 14 h 50 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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Napoleon’s birthplace is now a museum with period rooms and family objects, offering essential context on Ajaccio’s most famous resident.
Ajaccio’s main fine arts museum displays Italian paintings and Napoleonic collections in a handsome palace near the waterfront.
This gallery presents changing exhibitions of modern and contemporary art in a compact city-centre venue suited to a short cultural stop.
Ajaccio’s lively old quarter has narrow lanes, pastel façades and small squares, ideal for strolling between history, shops and the harbour.
This waterfront promenade links beaches and city views, offering an easy scenic walk with sea air, palms and a relaxed local atmosphere.
A broad seafront square above the bay, popular for walks and sunsets, with the Napoleon monument and open views across the water.
Chestnut flour fritters, a rustic Corsican speciality tied to the island’s chestnut-growing regions and often eaten as a snack or dessert.
A dense Corsican chestnut cake, valued for its nutty flavour and strong link to traditional island chestnut culture.
Brocciu fresh whey cheese made from ewe’s or goat’s milk, a defining Corsican product used in both savoury and sweet dishes.
Smart dining venue focused on refined Corsican and Mediterranean cooking, with sea views and a more formal atmosphere.
Traditional Corsican restaurant known for local charcuterie, brocciu dishes and a warm, rustic atmosphere in central Ajaccio.
Well-regarded brasserie by the harbour serving seafood, Corsican classics and cocktails in a polished, lively setting.
Moderate for France: hotels rise in summer, dining is mid-priced, and local buses are fairly cheap for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés.
Official public transport app
Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport -> Place du Général de Gaulle, Ajaccio
Direct flights from London to Corsica depart several times a week, leaving from London Stansted and Gatwick airports and arriving at Corsica's Bastia, Ajaccio and Figari airports. Flights depart sometimes as early as 6:00 a.m. until 5:35 p.m. if you fly direct, while indirect flights can offer even more flexibility in journey planning.
Direct easyJet flights from London to Corsica often depart on Sundays and occasionally at other times during the week. EasyJet offers direct services from Gatwick and Stansted to Bastia and from Gatwick to Ajaccio and Figari. The only other provider of direct flights from London to Corsica is Air Corsica, which mostly flies on weekends, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Flights from London to Corsica can be as short as two hours and 10 minutes up to two hours and 30 minutes when you fly with easyJet. Most direct flights from London to Corsica take around two hours and 20 minutes. The shortest indirect flights take around four hours and 30 minutes.
Direct flights from London to Corsica are usually available four days a week, three to five times per day. On average, around eight or nine flights a week depart from London Stansted and around four flights a week depart from London Gatwick. EasyJet usually offers around six direct flights a week during busy periods.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Ajaccio 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 Ajaccio, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Ajaccio flights use the London Heathrow Airport to Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare London and Ajaccio 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 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 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.
Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport is 5 km from Ajaccio city centre. Public transport options include:
Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte 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 Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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