Flying from London to City of Derry Airport (LDY): What you need to know
Your adventure begins at one of London's main airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Explore your options for booking a flight from London to City of Derry Airport (LDY) jetting off from either of these bases.
The average time for a direct London to City of Derry Airport flight is 1 hour 25 minutes.
London and Derry (where City of Derry Airport is located) share the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch when you arrive.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to City of Derry Airport (LDY) is the most popular route. There are 19 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you have plans before you fly, take the last flight with Loganair at 8:20pm. Opt for the first LHR to LDY departure operated by Loganair at 8:45am if you want to get going earlier.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to LDY. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can hop on a direct flight from London to City of Derry Airport (LDY) departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Loganair is a leading airline that operates direct flights from London to City of Derry Airport leaving from LHR.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between LHR and LDY is Loganair.
LHR is around 31 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Have an early flight from London to City of Derry Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by staying at one of these stays close to London Heathrow Airport:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, 68.18% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
On public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in about 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your London to LDY flight? Check in to a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your adventure officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance rate of 69.26%. This figure shows how frequently flights that depart from this airport arrive on time.
Stansted Airport (STN)
The journey time to STN from the centre of London is around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early London to City of Derry Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Stansted Airport and get to your gate with plenty of time to spare:
Flights that depart from STN make it to their destination within the scheduled time frame 64.73% of the time.
About City of Derry Airport (LDY)
Have a late flight from London to City of Derry Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near LDY and shut your eyes sooner:
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Get the best deal by reserving your ride around two weeks ahead of your London to City of Derry Airport flight.
Getting from City of Derry Airport (LDY) to central Derry
City of Derry Airport to the centre of Derry is about 11 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to City of Derry Airport (LDY)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to City of Derry Airport is $90. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $184. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To score cheap flights from London to LDY, book your flight ticket 11 months ahead of your planned departure.
April is when you're most likely to land a bargain on a London to City of Derry Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from London to City of Derry Airport (LDY)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from London to City of Derry Airport (LDY). August is when most people travel to Derry. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, head there in April.
The warmest month in Derry is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Lock in your London to LDY flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from London to City of Derry Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Derry
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Derry right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from London to City of Derry Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Derry-Londonderry, Christ Church and Free Derry Corner are top sights which should be on any good Derry itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Derry will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom just waiting to be explored. About 209 kilometres north-east of Derry, a trip to Glasgow will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Hogmanay, Glasgow West End and Glasgow Cathedral.
Edinburgh is another well-known destination in the United Kingdom and is around 274 kilometres north-east of Derry. No journey is complete without visiting Edinburgh Castle, Crown Jewels and Шотландия.