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Overview: London to Plymouth flight
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Flights from London to Plymouth depart on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 2 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 06:05, the last at 20:35. The fastest flight covers the 309 km distance in 1h 15m. August is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 309 km |
Average flight duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Flights per day 3 |
Direct flights 2 |
Fastest flight 1h 15m |
Cheapest month to travel August |
First flight 06:05 |
Last flight 20:35 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from London to Plymouth
Cheapest price
£129
Average price
£330
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 43 m
Flights per day
3
Distance
309 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from London to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Plymouth will cost around £330 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £129.
Of the 3 flights that leave London for Plymouth 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 309 km distance in an average of 4 h 43 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest flights will take 6 h 55 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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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for London to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £18.
Distance: 309 km
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| Flight | Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£114 Average Price | £78 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 36m Average total duration 6h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular airline |  Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Plymouth flight times
The table below shows live departures for London to Plymouth flights for tomorrow, Sunday 22 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA1358+BA7825 | 06:50 London Heathrow Airport | 6h55 | 13:45 Newquay Cornwall Airport | 1 change | |
| BA1360+BA7825 | 07:45 London Heathrow Airport | 6h00 | 13:45 Newquay Cornwall Airport | 1 change | |
| RK 9228 | 14:05 London Stansted Airport | 1h15 | 15:20 Newquay Cornwall Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Flights from London to Plymouth
When flying to Plymouth from London, passengers have a choice of landing at either Newquay Cornwall Airport or Exeter International Airport in Devon. There are up to 20 departures a day, at least six of which are direct with a similar timetable in operation seven days a week. The direct flight time is approximately one hour 15 minutes while the combined flight time of connecting routes varies from just under three hours to just over four hours. Departures are from London City, London Heathrow or London Southend airports.
Which airlines fly from London to Plymouth?
Direct flights from London to Plymouth are operated by flybe.com while connecting services are offered by KLM on a codeshare route with AIRFRANCE and flybe.com in conjunction with aurigny.com.
How long is the flight from London to Plymouth?
Direct flights to either Newquay or Exeter airports take approximately one hour 15 minutes. Other services involve one or two connections and have combined flight times from just under three hours to around four hours. Connections are made at Paris Charles de Gaulle, Amsterdam Schiphol, Jersey or Guernsey airports.
How many flights are there from London to Plymouth?
A similar timetable is in operation seven days a week with up to six direct flights to Plymouth from London and at least a dozen further connecting flights. Departures start in the early morning and continue until late evening.
What are the departure and arrival airports for flights from London to Plymouth?
Departure airport: Flights to Plymouth from London depart from one of three London airports, Heathrow (LHR), City (LCY) or Southend (SEN). London City is located in Docklands on the underground and DLR network. Heathrow is 16 miles west of the city centre while Southend is approximately 41 miles east. There are direct rail and bus services to both airports. All London airports have car parking, taxi ranks, car hire desks, wifi, banking services, shops, cafes and restaurants.
Arrival airport: Exeter International Airport (EXT) is just over 40 miles northwest of Plymouth while Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) is approximately 38 miles west. A combined bus and train journey is necessary to get from either airport to Plymouth. Both Exeter and Newquay Cornwall are small airports. Their facilities include wifi, parking, taxi ranks, car hire desks and a small range of shops and cafes.
FAQs: London to Plymouth flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Plymouth 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 Plymouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in London and Plymouth
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Shower
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 90 minutes.
- Shops are located in both terminals, including Harrods and World Duty Free.
- Short stay parking available at both terminals, approximately 6€ (£5) for 30 minutes.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Assistance.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available in both terminals, including No1 Lounge and Club Aspire.
- Located in the South Terminal, inquiries can be made online or in person.
- Train: Gatwick Express, Southern, Thameslink
- Bus: National Express, Metrobus
WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerLoungeLost and Found Office- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for up to 4 hours.
- Shops are located throughout all terminals, including Harrods and World Duty Free.
- Short Stay parking available near each terminal, approximately 6.3€ (£5.30) for 30 minutes.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Assistance.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available in all terminals, including British Airways and Plaza Premium lounges.
- Located at each terminal, contact Heathrow Airport Lost Property.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423
- Metro: Piccadilly Line
- Train: Heathrow Express, TfL Rail
WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found Office- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops available, including WHSmith and World Duty Free.
- Short-stay and long-stay parking available, approximately 4.8€ (£4) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Lounge available, Skylife Lounge with complimentary drinks and snacks.
- Located in the terminal.
- Bus: X30, 7, 8
- Train: Greater Anglia
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