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Royal Albert Memorial Museum and Art Gallery
City museum with local history, archaeology, world cultures and changing exhibitions in a landmark Victorian building.
Cheapest price on 29 Oct
£135
Average ticket price on 29 Oct
£303
Fastest journey on 29 Oct
3 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 29 Oct
5 h 55 m
Flights on 29 Oct
4
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Luton to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Exeter will cost around £303 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £135.
On Thu 29 Oct, we found 4 flights from Luton to Exeter, including 4 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 252 km distance in an average of 5 h 55 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
The slowest flights will take 8 h 5 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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Flights from Luton to Exeter depart on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £131 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest flight runs at 06:15, the last at 22:15. The fastest flight covers the 252 km distance in 1h 45m. July is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 252 km |
Average flight duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £131 |
Flights per day 5 |
Fastest flight 1h 45m |
First flight 6:15 |
Last flight 22:15 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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The table below shows live departures for Luton to Exeter flights for tomorrow, Thursday 29 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:55 Luton | 8h05 | 14:00 Exeter | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:50 Luton | 7h40 | 14:30 Exeter | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:45 Luton | 4h05 | 11:50 Exeter | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:05 Luton | 3h50 | 11:55 Exeter | 0 changesdirect | |
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City museum with local history, archaeology, world cultures and changing exhibitions in a landmark Victorian building.
Underground medieval passages beneath the city, explored on guided tours that reveal Exeter’s engineering and history.
Working print museum with historic presses, typesetting equipment and hands-on insight into traditional printing methods.
Historic quay with waterside walks, canal heritage, independent shops and easy access to cycling and boat trips.
Well-kept Victorian park with broad lawns, flower beds, mature trees and links to the castle and city walls.
Historic shopping street lined with timber-framed buildings, independent businesses and one of Exeter’s most distinctive walks.
A cider brandy from nearby Topsham, distilled from West Country cider apples. It is a long-standing Devon drink linked to the area’s orchards.
Traditional Devon split bread roll filled with thick slices of cured ham. It is a classic county snack and picnic staple around Exeter.
Sweet fried dough pieces once sold at Devon fairs, often dusted with sugar. They are a nostalgic West Country treat associated with local baking.
Stylish city-centre restaurant serving modern British cooking with Devon produce. Smart but approachable setting for a more refined meal.
Historic quayside pub known for pies, British classics and local drinks. Relaxed atmosphere in one of Exeter’s most characterful old buildings.
Lively indoor market food hall with several independent traders. Good for sampling local produce, casual meals and coffee in a social setting.
Moderate for the UK: stays and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals remain manageable for most visitors.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafés: rounding up is fine. Taxis: round up or add about 10% for good service.
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Exeter International Airport -> Exeter Bus Station
Passengers wishing to visit the southwest city of England can find flights from Luton to Exeter. The distance between Luton and Exeter is just over 250 kilometers. It takes one hour ten minutes to fly from Luton to Exeter on a direct flight.
The route from Luton to Exeter is served daily by several airlines, giving passengers the widest array of flights to choose from. Some of the airlines offering Luton to Exeter flights include Air France, Alitalia, British Airways, Finnair, Flybe, Aurigny Air Services and Open Skies.
A direct flight from Luton to Exeter takes an average of one hour ten minutes. However, there are very few non-stop Luton to Exeter flights available; most are connecting flights. In such cases, the flight time from Luton to Exeter depends on the airline or the air ticket booked. The quickest connecting flight takes a little under five hours, and has one stopover.
There is an average of seven flights per day from Luton to Exeter.
Departure airport: Passengers begin their journey at Luton Airport. Luton airport is located approximately 50 kilometers north of London, close to the M1 and M25 which offer excellent transport links to Luton airport. A regular shuttle bus connects Luton city to the airport's railway station. Trains from central London to Luton airport take 25 minutes. Luton airport boasts a wide array of facilities including restaurants, bars, and shops as well as several check-in desks, luggage and flight information systems. Its first floor has a floor area of 9000 square feet and features a spectacular vaulted ceiling.
Arrival airport: The arrival airport at Exeter is the Exeter International Airport. Exeter International Airport is situated six kilometers east of Exeter city and is about 270 kilometers southwest of London with great road links via the M5. The airport also has useful links to the Midlands and Bristol. The nearest railway stations to the airport are Pinhoe railway station and Exeter St Davids railway station, which has a bus link. There are also several car rental companies, situated in the first level in the arrivals area of the terminal.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Exeter 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 Exeter, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Luton to Exeter flights use the to Exeter International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Luton and Exeter airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Exeter International Airport is 5 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter International 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 Exeter International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter International Airport: Assistance, toilets.
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