- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Flights from Dumfries to London depart on average 51 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $49 (€40) if you book in advance.
There are 41 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 285 miles (459 km) distance in 1h 10m. July is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 285 miles (459 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Flights per day 51 |
Direct flights 41 |
Fastest flight 1h 10m |
First flight 5:10 AM |
Last flight 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Cheapest price on Sep 18
$26
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$176
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
1 h 13 m
Flights on Sep 18
64
Distance
459 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Dumfries to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dumfries to London will cost around $176 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 64 flights from Dumfries to London, including 59 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct flights cover the 459 km distance in an average of 1 h 13 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the longest flights will take 1 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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U2401Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dumfries to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $136 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 50m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $136, while a flight costs an average of $322.
Distance: 285 miles (459 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$322 Average price | $136 Average price Cheapest | $183 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.4 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Dumfries to London:
A train is $186 (€153) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dumfries to London costing on average $322 (€264).
Other travel options to London take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 9m.
The table below shows live departures for Dumfries to London flights for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BA1483 | 12:40 PM Glasgow International Airport | 1h30 | 2:10 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1449 | 12:40 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1h35 | 2:15 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8705 | 1:20 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1h30 | 2:50 PM London City Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1477 | 1:20 PM Glasgow International Airport | 1h30 | 2:50 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2811 | 1:30 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1h40 | 3:10 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2612 | 2:30 PM Glasgow International Airport | 1h15 | 3:45 PM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2806 | 2:40 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1h40 | 4:20 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2311 | 3:20 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1h25 | 4:45 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2602 | 3:20 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1h15 | 4:35 PM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1451 | 3:30 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1h25 | 4:55 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2870 | 3:45 PM Glasgow International Airport | 1h40 | 5:25 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8725 | 3:45 PM Glasgow International Airport | 1h30 | 5:15 PM London City Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8707 | 4:05 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1h30 | 5:35 PM London City Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1487 | 4:25 PM Glasgow International Airport | 1h25 | 5:50 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2888 | 4:45 PM Glasgow International Airport | 1h30 | 6:15 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1455 | 5:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1h25 | 6:35 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8727 | 5:25 PM Glasgow International Airport | 1h35 | 7:00 PM London City Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8709 | 5:50 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1h30 | 7:20 PM London City Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1443 | 6:05 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1h25 | 7:30 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1489 | 6:40 PM Glasgow International Airport | 1h20 | 8:00 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
RK 329 | 7:00 PM Glasgow International Airport | 1h20 | 8:20 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8729 | 7:05 PM Glasgow International Airport | 1h30 | 8:35 PM London City Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2411 | 7:15 PM Glasgow International Airport | 1h20 | 8:35 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2303 | 7:25 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1h15 | 8:40 PM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1457 | 7:25 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1h20 | 8:45 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1491 | 7:30 PM Glasgow International Airport | 1h20 | 8:50 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8717 | 7:30 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1h30 | 9:00 PM London City Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2313 | 7:45 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1h20 | 9:05 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8719 | 8:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1h25 | 9:35 PM London City Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1461 | 8:25 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1h20 | 9:45 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1471 | 8:50 PM Glasgow International Airport | 1h20 | 10:10 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2614 | 9:05 PM Glasgow International Airport | 1h10 | 10:15 PM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1463 | 9:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1h20 | 10:30 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2816 | 9:15 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1h35 | 10:50 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2866 | 9:20 PM Glasgow International Airport | 1h30 | 10:50 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
RK 8604 | 9:25 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1h25 | 10:50 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2606 | 9:40 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1h15 | 10:55 PM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
BA1497 | 5:50 AM Glasgow International Airport | 1h35 | 7:25 AM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2807 | 6:00 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1h40 | 7:40 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2307 | 6:20 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1h25 | 7:45 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1465 | 6:20 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1h35 | 7:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2301 | 6:20 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1h20 | 7:40 AM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
RK 597 | 6:30 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1h25 | 7:55 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8721 | 6:35 AM Glasgow International Airport | 1h20 | 7:55 AM London City Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2868 | 6:50 AM Glasgow International Airport | 1h40 | 8:30 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1499 | 7:00 AM Glasgow International Airport | 1h35 | 8:35 AM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8711 | 7:00 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1h40 | 8:40 AM London City Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2401 | 7:05 AM Glasgow International Airport | 1h15 | 8:20 AM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8713 | 7:25 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1h40 | 9:05 AM London City Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1481 | 7:40 AM Glasgow International Airport | 1h30 | 9:10 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8739 | 7:40 AM Glasgow International Airport | 1h20 | 9:00 AM London City Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8703 | 8:15 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1h30 | 9:45 AM London City Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1393+ BA8973 | 8:25 AM Edinburgh Airport | 4h00 | 12:25 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1467 | 8:35 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1h35 | 10:10 AM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8723 | 8:55 AM Glasgow International Airport | 1h30 | 10:25 AM London City Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1439 | 9:25 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1h35 | 11:00 AM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1473 | 9:30 AM Glasgow International Airport | 1h30 | 11:00 AM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2409 | 9:55 AM Glasgow International Airport | 1h20 | 11:15 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
RK 174 | 10:05 AM Glasgow International Airport | 1h20 | 11:25 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1441 | 10:20 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1h35 | 11:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2862 | 10:20 AM Glasgow International Airport | 1h40 | 12:00 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1443 | 11:30 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1h35 | 1:05 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8715 | 11:40 AM Edinburgh Airport | 1h30 | 1:10 PM London City Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2602 | 12:20 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1h15 | 1:35 PM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1479 | 12:20 PM Glasgow International Airport | 1h25 | 1:45 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Leading art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces from Van Gogh, Turner and da Vinci. Free and internationally renowned.
Grand museum of art, design and performance with fashion, sculpture and decorative arts collections in South Kensington.
Lively riverside stretch linking major landmarks, markets and cultural venues. Ideal for walking, views and people-watching.
Large royal park with the Serpentine, rose gardens and broad lawns. Excellent for relaxing, boating and central green space.
Historic Greenwich riverside district with maritime heritage, market streets and hilltop views near major cultural landmarks.
Classic English fish fried in batter with chips. A London staple tied to the city’s working-class food culture and best eaten fresh with salt and vinegar.
Slow-cooked beef, carrots, onions and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A comforting British pie long associated with London pubs and Sunday meals.
A full cooked breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal served across London cafes and hotels.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Heston Blumenthal showcasing historic British dishes in an elegant, high-end Knightsbridge room.
Well-known pub serving excellent pies, ales and British mains in a relaxed, polished gastropub setting near Victoria Park.
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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London Gatwick Airport -> London Victoria Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dumfries to London by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Dumfries to London flights use the Edinburgh Airport to London Heathrow Airport airport pair, with some services landing at London City Airport. Use this guide to compare Dumfries and London airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
London Heathrow Airport is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Heathrow Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for up to 4 hours. ATMs are located in all terminals, offering multiple currencies.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Heathrow Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Heathrow Airport: Assistance.
London City Airport is 12 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London City Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London City Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London City Airport: Elevators, ramps.
London Stansted Airport is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Stansted Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 4 hours. ATMs are located in both the arrivals and departures areas, offering multiple currencies.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Stansted Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Stansted Airport: Ramps, toilets.
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