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South Shields Museum & Art Gallery
A local history museum covering South Tyneside’s people, industries and stories, with family-friendly displays in a central location.
Flights from London to South Shields depart on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
There are 5 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:55, the last at 21:35. The fastest flight covers the 398 km distance in 1h 5m. May is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 398 km |
Average flight duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Flights per day 7 |
Direct flights 5 |
Fastest flight 1h 5m |
First flight 5:55 |
Last flight 21:35 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£56
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£115
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
1 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
1 h 13 m
Flights on 20 Sept
3
Distance
398 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from London to South Shields is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to South Shields will cost around £115 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £56.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 3 flights from London to South Shields, including 3 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 398 km distance in an average of 1 h 13 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 15 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.






Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London to South Shields among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £28 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 14m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, while a flight costs an average of £139.
Distance: 398 km
| Flight | Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£139 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest | £65 Average Price | £88 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 7m Average total duration 6h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to South Shields:
A coach is £66 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to South Shields costing on average £98.
A coach is £256 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to South Shields costing on average £288.
Other travel options to South Shields take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 12m.
Coach takes on average 6h 55m.
The table below shows live departures for London to South Shields flights for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:00 London | 1h10 | 8:10 South Shields | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:25 London | 1h15 | 8:40 South Shields | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:45 London | 1h15 | 11:00 South Shields | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:50 London | 1h05 | 20:55 South Shields | 0 changesdirect | |
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Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual for good service if not already added. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Cafes and pubs usually do not expect tips.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to South Shields 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 South Shields, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to South Shields flights use the London Heathrow Airport to Newcastle Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare London and South Shields 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.
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