- Must visit
Rijksmuseum van Oudheden
Museum of antiquities with Egyptian, Greek and Roman treasures, clear interpretation and strong temporary exhibitions.
Cheapest price on 14 Oct
£21
Average ticket price on 14 Oct
£109
Fastest journey on 14 Oct
55 m
Average journey duration on 14 Oct
58 m
Flights on 14 Oct
71
Distance
325 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from London to Leiden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Leiden will cost around £109 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £21.
On Wed 14 Oct, we found 71 flights from London to Leiden, including 46 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 325 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 55 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 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.
FR 2534
FR 2537
FR 5681
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U27846
BA4456
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KL994
KL996Flights from London to Leiden depart on average 71 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £9 by train.
There are 37 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 01:05, the last at 23:10. The fastest flight covers the 325 km distance in 55m. April is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 325 km |
Average flight duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Flights per day 71 |
Direct flights 37 |
Fastest flight 55m |
First flight 1:05 |
Last flight 23:10 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 63 days |
The table below shows live departures for London to Leiden flights for today, Tuesday 13 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BA436 | 14:15 London Heathrow Airport | 1h25 | 16:40 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 changesdirect | |
LH909 · LH1002 | 15:30 London Heathrow Airport | 5h40 | 22:10 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
BA8455 | 15:30 London City Airport | 1h05 | 17:35 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 changesdirect | |
BA438 | 16:00 London Heathrow Airport | 1h25 | 18:25 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 changesdirect | |
U22519 | 16:00 London Luton Airport | 1h10 | 18:10 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 changesdirect | |
LH2477 · LH2310 | 16:25 London Heathrow Airport | 4h30 | 21:55 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
BA440 | 16:30 London Heathrow Airport | 1h25 | 18:55 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 changesdirect | |
BA8459 | 17:00 London City Airport | 1h10 | 19:10 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 changesdirect | |
U28682 | 17:00 London Gatwick Airport | 1h20 | 19:20 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 changesdirect | |
BA4456 | 17:05 London City Airport | 0h55 | 19:00 Rotterdam The Hague Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U28684 | 18:00 London Gatwick Airport | 1h20 | 20:20 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 changesdirect | |
BA442 | 18:15 London Heathrow Airport | 1h20 | 20:35 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 changesdirect | |
FR 5681 | 18:30 London Stansted Airport | 1h05 | 20:35 Eindhoven Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U22521 | 18:55 London Luton Airport | 1h10 | 21:05 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 changesdirect | |
BA8457 | 19:00 London City Airport | 1h05 | 21:05 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 changesdirect | |
BA444 | 19:30 London Heathrow Airport | 1h15 | 21:45 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 14 October | |||||
U28672 | 6:00 London Gatwick Airport | 1h20 | 8:20 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 changesdirect | |
U22511 | 6:00 London Luton Airport | 1h15 | 8:15 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 changesdirect | |
LX345+ LX728 | 6:00 London Heathrow Airport | 7h10 | 14:10 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
AF1381+ AF8382 | 6:15 London Heathrow Airport | 4h15 | 11:30 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
LH4233+ LH992 | 6:30 London Heathrow Airport | 6h20 | 13:50 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
KL1000 | 6:30 London Heathrow Airport | 1h20 | 8:50 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 changesdirect | |
BA428 | 6:50 London Heathrow Airport | 1h20 | 9:10 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 changesdirect | |
LH2483 · LH2304 | 6:55 London Heathrow Airport | 7h05 | 15:00 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
BA8497 | 7:10 London City Airport | 1h05 | 9:15 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 changesdirect | |
LH2485 · LH2306 | 7:25 London Heathrow Airport | 7h55 | 16:20 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
LH2485 · LH2304 | 7:25 London Heathrow Airport | 6h35 | 15:00 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
LH923 · LH992 | 7:30 London Heathrow Airport | 5h20 | 13:50 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
U28648 | 8:00 London Gatwick Airport | 1h20 | 10:20 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 changesdirect | |
BA430 | 8:20 London Heathrow Airport | 1h20 | 10:40 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 changesdirect | |
FR 2534 | 8:25 London Stansted Airport | 1h05 | 10:30 Eindhoven Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
KL980 | 8:25 London City Airport | 1h10 | 10:35 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 changesdirect | |
LH4235+ LH992 | 8:30 London Heathrow Airport | 4h20 | 13:50 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
BA8451 | 8:40 London City Airport | 1h05 | 10:45 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 changesdirect | |
KL1002 | 8:40 London Heathrow Airport | 1h20 | 11:00 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 changesdirect | |
AF1681 · AF1740 | 8:55 London Heathrow Airport | 3h45 | 13:40 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
LH2471 · LH2304 | 9:00 London Heathrow Airport | 5h00 | 15:00 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
LH2471 · LH2306 | 9:00 London Heathrow Airport | 6h20 | 16:20 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
LH996+ LH5657 | 9:15 London City Airport | 7h25 | 17:40 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
KL982 | 9:20 London City Airport | 1h05 | 11:25 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 changesdirect | |
LH901 · LH996 | 9:30 London Heathrow Airport | 7h10 | 17:40 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
KL1004 | 9:55 London Heathrow Airport | 1h25 | 12:20 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 changesdirect | |
KL984 | 10:00 London City Airport | 1h10 | 12:10 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 changesdirect | |
AF1705+ AF5476 | 10:25 London Gatwick Airport | 4h20 | 15:45 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
BA8489 | 10:50 London City Airport | 1h05 | 12:55 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 changesdirect | |
LH2473 · LH2306 | 10:50 London Heathrow Airport | 4h30 | 16:20 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
BA432 | 11:25 London Heathrow Airport | 1h25 | 13:50 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 changesdirect | |
LH4227+ LH996 | 11:30 London Heathrow Airport | 5h10 | 17:40 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
KL1006 | 11:45 London Heathrow Airport | 1h20 | 14:05 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 changesdirect | |
FR 2537 | 12:05 London Stansted Airport | 1h05 | 14:10 Eindhoven Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
LX319 · LX734 | 12:10 London Heathrow Airport | 6h05 | 19:15 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
BA434 | 12:45 London Heathrow Airport | 1h25 | 15:10 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 changesdirect | |
U22517 | 12:55 London Luton Airport | 1h10 | 15:05 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 changesdirect | |
LX457+ LX734 | 13:10 London City Airport | 5h05 | 19:15 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
LH2475+ LH4202 | 13:35 London Heathrow Airport | 5h45 | 20:20 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
BA8453 | 13:35 London City Airport | 1h05 | 15:40 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 changesdirect | |
AZ227 · AZ112 | 13:45 London City Airport | 4h30 | 19:15 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
LX333+ LX734 | 13:50 London Heathrow Airport | 4h25 | 19:15 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1 change | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Discover the best of Leiden — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leiden trip today.
Museum of antiquities with Egyptian, Greek and Roman treasures, clear interpretation and strong temporary exhibitions.
Fine art museum in a former cloth hall, with Old Masters, modern works and strong links to Leiden painters.
Major ethnology museum with global collections, thoughtful exhibitions and family-friendly displays on world cultures.
The Netherlands’ oldest botanical garden, prized for historic greenhouses, rare plants and a peaceful city-centre setting.
Historic canal street with bridges, warehouses and inviting waterside walks, popular for its classic Leiden atmosphere.
Tree-lined canal walk on Leiden’s old fortifications, ideal for strolling past gates, water views and historic buildings.
Spiced biscuit from nearby Leiden, flavoured with cinnamon and cloves. It is a classic regional bakery treat with roots in local trading history.
Firm cow's milk cheese from Leiden, traditionally seasoned with cumin. It is one of the city's best-known historic foods and a classic Dutch market buy.
Creamy mashed potatoes mixed with carrots and onions, often served in Dutch homes. It is a comforting traditional meal popular across Leiden and the region.
Historic waterside restaurant known for French-Dutch dishes and a refined but relaxed atmosphere in central Leiden.
Long-running Leiden favourite for generous pancakes in a warm, traditional setting close to the historic centre.
Stylish restaurant by the water serving seasonal French-influenced cooking in an elegant converted industrial setting.
Moderate for the Netherlands. Hotels and dining are pricier than smaller Dutch towns, but local buses, trains and supermarket food help keep daily costs manageable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, small change or rounding up is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Leiden 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 Leiden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Leiden flights use the London Heathrow Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol airport pair. Use this guide to compare London and Leiden 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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