Cheap Flights From London (LHR, LGW, STN, LTN, LCY)

Finding Cheap Flights From London

London is served by six major airports: Heathrow (LHR), Gatwick (LGW), Stansted (STN), Luton (LTN), London City (LCY), and Southend (SEN). This multi-airport system creates one of the world's most competitive aviation markets, offering an immense range of flights to every continent at virtually every price point.

Heathrow (LHR) is a global hub with extensive long-haul networks. Gatwick (LGW) offers a mix of long-haul and European leisure routes. Stansted (STN), Luton (LTN), and Southend (SEN) are dominated by low-cost carriers focused on Europe. London City (LCY) caters to business travel within Europe. Top destinations from the collective system include New York, Dubai, Amsterdam, Paris, Dublin, and dozens of European city and sun spots.

Each airport has its own profile: LHR is a base for British Airways and Virgin Atlantic; LGW is a key airport for easyJet and British Airways; STN is Ryanair's largest base; LTN is a focus for easyJet and Wizz Air; LCY is dominated by BA CityFlyer. This segmentation means intense competition on overlapping routes (e.g., London to Amsterdam).

To secure the cheapest flights, always compare fares across all London airports. Use flight comparison tools with a "London (All Airports)" search option. For long-haul travel, book from LHR or LGW 3-6 months in advance. For European travel, book from STN, LTN, or SEN 1-3 months ahead using Ryanair, easyJet, or Wizz Air. Factor in the cost and time of getting to/from the airport—airports further out may have cheaper fares but higher transfer costs. Set price alerts for your desired routes, as London is a hotspot for flash sales.