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Medieval Mile Museum
A former church turned museum with medieval grave slabs, civic objects and exhibits that introduce Kilkenny’s long urban history.
Cheapest price on 09 Oct
£22
Average ticket price on 09 Oct
£87
Fastest journey on 09 Oct
1 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 09 Oct
1 h 18 m
Flights on 09 Oct
2
Distance
503 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from London to Kilkenny is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Kilkenny will cost around £87 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £22.
On Fri 09 Oct, we found 2 flights from London to Kilkenny, including 2 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 503 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.




Flights from London to Kilkenny depart on average 85 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £106 if you book in advance.
There are 56 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 23:25. The fastest flight covers the 503 km distance in 1h 20m. April is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 503 km |
Average flight duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £106 |
Flights per day 85 |
Direct flights 56 |
Fastest flight 1h 20m |
First flight 5:00 |
Last flight 23:25 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
The table below shows live departures for London to Kilkenny flights for today, Thursday 8 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:30 London | 1h20 | 6:50 Kilkenny | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:30 London | 1h20 | 7:50 Kilkenny | 0 changesdirect | |
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Discover the best of Kilkenny — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kilkenny trip today.
A former church turned museum with medieval grave slabs, civic objects and exhibits that introduce Kilkenny’s long urban history.
A modern gallery in the castle grounds showing Irish and international contemporary art in a bright, accessible setting.
A local museum and gallery exploring county heritage, folk life and visual art through varied changing and permanent displays.
A landscaped public park beside the castle with lawns, mature trees and easy riverside walks close to the city centre.
A riverside walking route linking key heritage sites with views of bridges, church towers and the River Nore through the old city.
Kilkenny’s main historic street, lined with colourful shopfronts and notable buildings. Ideal for walking, browsing and soaking up city character.
A dense, fruity loaf long linked with nearby County Waterford. Traditionally sliced and spread with butter, and widely enjoyed across Kilkenny.
A spiced blood sausage often served at breakfast. It is a longstanding Irish staple and commonly found in cafés and hotels around Kilkenny.
Hearty mashed potato mixed with kale or cabbage and plenty of butter. It is a classic Irish comfort dish, especially popular in colder months.
Stylish restaurant known for modern Irish cooking, careful local sourcing and a polished but relaxed city-centre atmosphere.
Elegant dining room in Butler House serving refined Irish dishes with local ingredients in a calm setting near Kilkenny Castle.
Traditional pub dining with Irish classics, steaks and seafood in a lively historic setting on Kieran Street.
Moderate for Ireland. Hotels and dining cost more than smaller towns, but Kilkenny is often cheaper than Dublin for stays, meals and local transport.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10% is appreciated for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares. In cafés, small change or rounding up is enough.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Kilkenny 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 Kilkenny, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Kilkenny flights use the London Heathrow Airport to Dublin Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare London and Kilkenny 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 Stansted Airport is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Stansted 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 4 hours. ATMs are located in both the arrivals and departures areas, offering multiple currencies.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Stansted Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Stansted Airport: Ramps, toilets.
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