- Must visit
The Box
Plymouth’s main museum, gallery, and archive. It covers local art, natural history, and maritime stories in an impressive contemporary cultural hub.
Flights from London to Plymouth depart on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €53 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
The earliest flight runs at 06:05, the last at 22:15. The fastest flight covers the 192 miles (309 km) distance in 1h 15m. August is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 192 miles (309 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €53 |
Flights per day 6 |
Fastest flight 1h 15m |
First flight 6:05 AM |
Last flight 10:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€76
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€513
Fastest journey on Sep 20
1 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
5 h 26 m
Flights on Sep 20
4
Distance
309 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from London to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Plymouth will cost around €513 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €76.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 4 flights from London to Plymouth, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct flights cover the 309 km distance in an average of 5 h 26 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the longest flights will take 9 h 55 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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BA4085Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 14m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €33, while a flight costs an average of €362.
Distance: 192 miles (309 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€362 Average price | €95 Average price | €33 Average price Cheapest | €78 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 36m Average total duration 2h 36m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 34m Average total duration 6h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Plymouth:
A bus is €61 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Plymouth costing on average €95.
A bus is €329 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Plymouth costing on average €362.
Other travel options to Plymouth take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 44m.
Bus takes on average 6h 4m.
The table below shows live departures for London to Plymouth flights for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BA1326+ BA4085 | 7:35 AM London Heathrow Airport | 9h55 | 5:30 PM Exeter International Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1438+ BA4073 | 7:50 AM London Heathrow Airport | 6h05 | 1:55 PM Exeter International Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1436+ BA4073 | 9:20 AM London Heathrow Airport | 4h35 | 1:55 PM Exeter International Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Plymouth’s main museum, gallery, and archive. It covers local art, natural history, and maritime stories in an impressive contemporary cultural hub.
Interactive aquarium on the waterfront with ocean habitats, conservation displays, and a huge tank. A popular family attraction with strong educational value.
Tudor merchant’s residence in the Barbican, furnished to evoke historic domestic life. A compact museum ideal for understanding old Plymouth society.
Large waterfront parkland with sea views, monuments, and lawns. It is Plymouth’s classic promenade and a prime place to start exploring the city.
Historic harbourside quarter of cobbled lanes, old buildings, galleries, and maritime atmosphere. It is among Plymouth’s most characterful walking areas.
Broad city-centre avenue rebuilt after the Second World War. Shops, civic buildings, and public art make it useful for understanding modern Plymouth.
A classic Devon cream tea of scones, jam and clotted cream. In Devon, the cream goes on before the jam, making it a proud local ritual.
A traditional South West pasty with beef, potato, swede and onion in pastry. Common across Devon and Cornwall and a familiar local grab-and-go meal.
Fresh fish landed from Plymouth's historic fishing port, often grilled or battered. The city's waterfront location makes local seafood a signature choice.
Refined fine dining restaurant known for modern British tasting menus, polished service and a special occasion atmosphere near Plymouth Hoe.
Long-established market café famous for generous breakfasts, sandwiches and casual local dining in Plymouth Market.
Historic waterside pub in the Barbican serving seafood, local ales and hearty British dishes in a traditional, characterful setting.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels are often cheaper than London, while dining and local buses are fairly priced for tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and small change is fine in cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Plymouth 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 Plymouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Plymouth flights use the London Heathrow Airport to Exeter International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare London and Plymouth 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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