Flying from London to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ): What you need to know
Start planning your holiday by checking out the ideal departure point for your flight from London to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ). Explore your options for leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or London Gatwick Airport (LGW), two of the city's main airports.
Hop on a direct London to Aberdeen International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.
London and Aberdeen (where Aberdeen International Airport is located) share the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch once you land.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) is the most popular route. There are 45 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with British Airways at 10pm. Opt for the first LHR to ABZ departure operated by British Airways at 6:35am if you'd rather get a move on.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from London to ABZ.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can jump on a direct flight from London to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
When departing from LHR, you can catch a direct flight from London to Aberdeen International Airport with British Airways.
Most passengers prefer to book seats with British Airways between LHR and ABZ.
British Airways is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 74.62% of its services arriving as planned.
Travelling from central London to LHR takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London to Aberdeen International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just what you're after:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, 68.18% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Thinking of flying out of London Gatwick Airport (LGW)? Direct London to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) flight tickets are available from here.
From LGW, direct flights from London to ABZ are available with easyJet.
easyJet is the top choice for travellers flying from LGW to ABZ.
Using public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your London to ABZ flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
69.26% of all departures from London Gatwick Airport make it to their destination as expected.
Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is around 64 kilometres from central London. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Make catching an early London to Aberdeen International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Stansted Airport and get to the check-in counter with time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights land when they should. At STN, that figure is 64.73%.
About Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
Reserve a hotel close to ABZ if you have a late flight from London to Aberdeen International Airport. Pick one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
Go where the road takes you with an Aberdeen International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Drivalia, Alamo or Budget and experience more of Aberdeen and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle around two weeks before your London to Aberdeen International Airport flight.
Getting from Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) to central Aberdeen
Aberdeen International Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Aberdeen. The time it takes to get there in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Aberdeen International Airport is $54. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $106. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before flying. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from London to ABZ.
November is when you're most likely to find a bargain on a London to Aberdeen International Airport ticket. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from London to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
Think about your travel style when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to visit Aberdeen. June is when most people book flights from London to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Lock in a London to ABZ flight ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Aberdeen to range from 9ºC (48ºF) to 18ºC (64ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Look for cheap tickets from London to Aberdeen International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Aberdeen
Once you've booked your flight from London to Aberdeen International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Aberdeen:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. St. Andrew's Cathedral, Aberdeen beach front and RSPB Dolphinwatch are top sights which should be on any well-planned Aberdeen itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Glasgow is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored after you've experienced Aberdeen. Around 193 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Hogmanay, Glasgow West End and Glasgow Cathedral.
Edinburgh is another must-experience destination in the United Kingdom and is around 153 kilometres south-west of Aberdeen. No journey is complete without seeing Edinburgh Castle, Crown Jewels and Шотландия.