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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 21m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 2 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 06:05, the last at 22:15. The fastest flight covers the 309 km distance in 1h 10m. August is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 309 km |
Average flight duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Flights per day 3 |
Direct flights 2 |
Fastest flight 1h 10m |
First flight 6:05 |
Last flight 22:15 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 70 days |
The cheapest and fastest flights from London to Plymouth
Cheapest price
£169
Average price
£169
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Flights per day
1
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 £169 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £169.
Of the 1 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 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 10 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 922811:501h10London Stansted Airport13:00Newquay Cornwall Airport£1691One-way0 changes
- RK 922811:501h10London Stansted Airport13:00Newquay Cornwall Airport£1691One-way0 changes
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 £10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. 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 £10, and a flight costs an average of £16.
Distance: 309 km
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| Flight | Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£227 Average Price | £73 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 37m Average total duration 6h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions |
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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 today, Tuesday 7 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 BA8702+ BA4073 | 8:40 London City Airport | 4h10 | 12:50 Exeter International Airport | 1 change | |
 BA1362+BA7841 | 10:25 London Heathrow Airport | 4h30 | 14:55 Exeter International Airport | 1 change | |
 U2897 | 15:25 London Gatwick Airport | 1h15 | 16:40 Newquay Cornwall Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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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
Most London to Plymouth flights use the London Heathrow Airport to Exeter International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare London and Plymouth airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Which London airport do flights to Plymouth leave from?
Getting to London Heathrow Airport from London city centre
London Heathrow Airport is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Heathrow Airport airport facilities and services
London Heathrow Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for up to 4 hours. ATMs are located in all terminals, offering multiple currencies.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Heathrow Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Heathrow Airport: Assistance.
Getting to London Gatwick Airport from London city centre
London Gatwick Airport is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Gatwick Airport airport facilities and services
London Gatwick Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 90 minutes. ATMs are located in both terminals, offering multiple currencies.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Gatwick Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Gatwick Airport: Assistance.
Getting to London Stansted Airport from London city centre
London Stansted Airport is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Stansted Airport airport facilities and services
London Stansted Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 4 hours. ATMs are located in both the arrivals and departures areas, offering multiple currencies.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Stansted Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Stansted Airport: Ramps, toilets.
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