Flying from London to City of Derry Airport (LDY): what you need to know
All great adventures start 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.
1 hour 27 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from London to City of Derry Airport.
London and Derry (where City of Derry Airport is located) share the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch when you arrive.
The busiest route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to City of Derry Airport (LDY), with 150 direct services every week. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LHR to LDY is the 08:45 Loganair service. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 20:15 with Loganair.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from London to LDY.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can jump on a direct flight from London to City of Derry Airport (LDY) leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
When taking off from LHR, you can take a direct flight from London to City of Derry Airport with Loganair.
From the centre of London, LHR is approximately 31 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Catching an early flight from London to City of Derry Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near London Heathrow Airport:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Searching for other options for a direct flight from London to City of Derry Airport (LDY)? Check out the fares flying out of London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
Board your direct flight from London to LDY with Loganair. This is one of the top carriers operating this route out of LGW.
You can reach LGW from the centre of London in approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes to travel the 80 kilometres or so.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before your flight from London to LDY? Unwind in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your trip officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
About City of Derry Airport (LDY)
If you have a late flight from London to City of Derry Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near LDY:
Getting from City of Derry Airport (LDY) to central Derry
City of Derry Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Derry. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 14 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 41 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to City of Derry Airport (LDY)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London to City of Derry Airport is Rs17,855. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs30,994. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 7 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from London to LDY.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from London to City of Derry Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the best price across every month.
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Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from London to City of Derry Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from London to City of Derry Airport (LDY)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from London to City of Derry Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Derry. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
Lock in your flight from London to LDY for July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Derry to range from 9ºC to 20ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap flights from London to City of Derry Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Derry
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Derry right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from London to City of Derry Airport:
One of the best ways to experience Derry is to explore its leading attractions. Highlights include St. Columb's Cathedral Cemetery, Peace bridge and Free Derry Corner.
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