Flying from London to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ): What you need to know
Your trip gets off the ground 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 Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) departing from either of these bases.
Around 1 hour 35 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct London to Aberdeen International Airport flight.
Aberdeen International Airport is located in Aberdeen. The city's timezone is UTC+0 — the same as London.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) is the most popular route. There are 44 direct flights a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, hop on the last flight with British Airways at 10pm. Choose the first LHR to ABZ departure operated by British Airways at 6:35am if you'd rather not wait around.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from London to ABZ.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can book a direct flight from London to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) out of London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
You can get away on a direct flight from London to Aberdeen International Airport with British Airways. This well-known airline operates services from LHR.
Most passengers choose to book seats with British Airways between LHR and ABZ.
British Airways ranks as the leading on-time carrier on this route, with 83.89% of its services arriving as scheduled.
The journey from central London to LHR takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometers in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Aberdeen International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Of all flights leaving London Heathrow Airport, 78% land on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can book a direct London to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) plane ticket out of London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Work out whether departing from LGW makes the most sense for you.
Catch your direct flight from London to ABZ with easyJet. This is one of the top carriers operating this route out of LGW.
EasyJet is the top choice for passengers flying from LGW to ABZ.
Want a carrier that consistently lands on time? Choose easyJet. 90.91% of its flights between London Gatwick Airport and Aberdeen International Airport touch down as planned.
You can reach LGW from central London in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 48 kilometers or so.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to ABZ flight:
Most flights that depart London Gatwick Airport land at their destination as expected. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 82%.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
From central London, STN is around 56 kilometers away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the airport by car and 45 minutes or so on public transport.
Make catching an early London to Aberdeen International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to London Stansted Airport and head to your check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
STN has a solid on-time arrivals performance of 80%, so you can count on your flight to stay on track and get to your destination as expected.
About Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
Have a late flight from London to Aberdeen International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near ABZ and shut your eyes sooner:
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your London to Aberdeen International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) to central Aberdeen
Central Aberdeen is around 13 kilometers from Aberdeen International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a car rental, cab or ride-share.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
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 AED 129. For a return flight on this route, the best price is AED 262. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Get cheap flights from London to ABZ by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for bagging a bargain.
The best month for scoring cheap London to Aberdeen International Airport tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from London to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
December is the quietest month for flights from London to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ), while September is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Aberdeen based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a London to ABZ plane ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Aberdeen to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 18ºC (64ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from London to Aberdeen International Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Aberdeen
Once you've booked your flight from London to Aberdeen International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Aberdeen:
St. Andrew's Cathedral and Aberdeen beach front are just two of the top attractions to add to your Aberdeen travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Arts Centre & Theatre Aberdeen.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've visited Aberdeen, now it's time to explore other parts of the United Kingdom. Travel about 193 kilometers southwest to Glasgow to tick off its popular sights. From Glasgow Cathedral to King's Theatre and Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in the United Kingdom, head for Edinburgh, roughly 153 kilometers southwest of Aberdeen. Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle and Castle Rock are key reasons to visit.