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Cheap flights to the United Kingdom

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What can I do in the United Kingdom?

Visit England, and tour the capital of London where you can see iconic sites like Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, and Big Ben. Don’t forget to spend some time in nature, and see the Lake District, the Moors of Yorkshire, or the powder white beaches of Cornwall. 

In Northern Ireland you can spend time in vibrant Belfast, and see the UNESCO-listed Devil’s Causeway. In Wales, there is cool Cardiff, and the Snowdonia National Park. And then in Scotland, there is the historical city of Edinburgh and the beautiful rolling Highlands that this country is famous for. Create an itinerary for the UK by reading Skyscanner’s guide on the Top 10 UK Road Trips.

What airlines fly to United Kingdom?

When is the best time to book?

  • Booking 6 months ahead is ideal for flights to the United Kingdom. However, if you aren’t able to book so far in advance, then read our guide on how to reserve last minute flights.

What are the visa requirements?

  • Australians can enter the United Kingdom for up to 6 months without a visa, but it is important that you check conditions before you travel. Please go to the Foreign Affairs Smart Traveller page on the United Kingdom.

When is the best time to visit the United Kingdom?

  • Summers (June-August) are the best time to visit the UK, as the temperatures are around 20°C and the days are at their driest.

What are the average costs in the United Kingdom? 

  • A cappuccino in New Zealand costs about 2.65GDP ($4.50). 
  • The currency is in British Pound (GDP).

What airport will I arrive at?

  • The London Heathrow Airport, and London Gatwick Airport, are the largest airports in the UK, and the likely entry point for any flights from Australia. These airports have extensive connections to other cities in the UK, and feature amenities like free WiFi, duty-free shops, restaurants, ATMs and currency exchange services.

How long is the flight to London?

  • Adelaide to London – 23-24 hours
  • Brisbane to London – 22-24 hours
  • Melbourne to London – 21-24 hours
  • Perth to London – 20-22 hours
  • Sydney to London – 21-24 hours

How to get from the airport into town? 

  • A taxi from London Heathrow Airport into central London costs 80GDP ($135).
  • A taxi from London Gatwick Airport into central London costs 100GDP ($170).
  • Both airports provide public transportation connections via trains, buses, and shuttles.

Any useful tips?

  • Tipping in the UK is not usually expected, but it is appreciated if you leave 10% if you are dining in a restaurant.
  • If you are staying in London, make sure you get the Oyster travel card, which makes paying for transportation easy.

Please note that the information provided above is accurate as of September 2017

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.