- Must visit
Musée Sainte-Croix
Main fine arts museum in the former episcopal palace, with archaeology, paintings, and sculptures spanning centuries.
Flights from London to Poitiers depart on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $34 if you book in advance.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:55, the last at 19:55. The fastest flight covers the 341 miles (549 km) distance in 1h 30m. June is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 341 miles (549 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 |
Flights per day 1 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 1h 30m |
First flight 5:55 AM |
Last flight 7:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Cheapest price on Sep 18
$249
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$517
Fastest journey on Sep 18
6 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
6 h 17 m
Flights on Sep 18
52
Distance
549 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from London to Poitiers is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Poitiers will cost around $517 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $249.
It's difficult to get from London to Poitiers without transferring at least once.
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5488 · 5358 · 8347Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Poitiers among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $74 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 30m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $74, while a flight costs an average of $192.
Distance: 341 miles (549 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$192 Average price | $74 Average price Cheapest | $127 Average price | $132 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 48m Average total duration 14h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.4kg 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 Poitiers:
A train is $53 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London to Poitiers costing on average $127.
A train is $118 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Poitiers costing on average $192.
Other travel options to Poitiers take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 3m.
Bus takes on average 14h 18m.
The table below shows live departures for London to Poitiers flights for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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U22433+ 5454 | 6:05 AM London Luton Airport | 11h33 | 6:38 PM Poitiers | 1 transfer | |
U22433+ 5470 · 8874 · 8447 | 6:05 AM London Luton Airport | 10h31 | 5:36 PM Poitiers | 3 transfers | |
U22433+ 5224 · 8333 | 6:05 AM London Luton Airport | 7h34 | 2:39 PM Poitiers | 2 transfers | |
AF1381+ 5454 | 6:15 AM London Heathrow Airport | 11h23 | 6:38 PM Poitiers | 1 transfer | |
AF1381+ 5470 · 8874 · 8447 | 6:15 AM London Heathrow Airport | 10h21 | 5:36 PM Poitiers | 3 transfers | |
AF1381+ 5224 · 8333 | 6:15 AM London Heathrow Airport | 7h24 | 2:39 PM Poitiers | 2 transfers | |
LH4233+ LH1034+ 5240 | 6:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 13h10 | 8:40 PM Poitiers | 2 transfers | |
LH4233+ LH1034+ 5454 | 6:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 11h08 | 6:38 PM Poitiers | 2 transfers | |
KL1000+ KL2007+ 5240 | 6:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 13h10 | 8:40 PM Poitiers | 2 transfers | |
BA300+ 5454 | 7:20 AM London Heathrow Airport | 10h18 | 6:38 PM Poitiers | 1 transfer | |
BA300+ 5470 · 8874 · 8447 | 7:20 AM London Heathrow Airport | 9h16 | 5:36 PM Poitiers | 3 transfers | |
BA300+ 5224 · 8333 | 7:20 AM London Heathrow Airport | 6h19 | 2:39 PM Poitiers | 2 transfers | |
LH923 · LH1034+ 5488 · 5358 | 7:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 14h23 | 10:53 PM Poitiers | 4 transfers | |
LH923 · LH1034+ 5454 | 7:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 10h08 | 6:38 PM Poitiers | 2 transfers | |
LH923 · LH1034+ 5240 | 7:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 12h10 | 8:40 PM Poitiers | 2 transfers | |
U28403+ 5240 | 8:00 AM London Gatwick Airport | 11h40 | 8:40 PM Poitiers | 1 transfer | |
U28403+ 5454 | 8:00 AM London Gatwick Airport | 9h38 | 6:38 PM Poitiers | 1 transfer | |
U28403+ 5470 · 8874 · 8447 | 8:00 AM London Gatwick Airport | 8h36 | 5:36 PM Poitiers | 3 transfers | |
KL980 · KL1407+ 5454 | 8:25 AM London City Airport | 9h13 | 6:38 PM Poitiers | 2 transfers | |
KL980 · KL1407+ 5240 | 8:25 AM London City Airport | 11h15 | 8:40 PM Poitiers | 2 transfers | |
KL980 · KL1407+ 5488 · 5358 | 8:25 AM London City Airport | 13h28 | 10:53 PM Poitiers | 4 transfers | |
U22435+ 5240 | 8:30 AM London Luton Airport | 11h10 | 8:40 PM Poitiers | 1 transfer | |
U22435+ 5454 | 8:30 AM London Luton Airport | 9h08 | 6:38 PM Poitiers | 1 transfer | |
BA302+ 5240 | 8:40 AM London Heathrow Airport | 11h00 | 8:40 PM Poitiers | 1 transfer | |
AF1681+ 5240 | 8:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 10h45 | 8:40 PM Poitiers | 1 transfer | |
AF1681+ 5488 · 5358 · 8347 | 8:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 12h58 | 10:53 PM Poitiers | 3 transfers | |
AF1681+ 5454 | 8:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 8h43 | 6:38 PM Poitiers | 1 transfer | |
LX353+ LX4610+ 5240 | 8:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 10h45 | 8:40 PM Poitiers | 2 transfers | |
KL982 · KL1407+ 5454 | 9:20 AM London City Airport | 8h18 | 6:38 PM Poitiers | 2 transfers | |
KL982 · KL1407+ 5240 | 9:20 AM London City Airport | 10h20 | 8:40 PM Poitiers | 2 transfers | |
KL982+ KL2009+ 5240 | 9:20 AM London City Airport | 10h20 | 8:40 PM Poitiers | 2 transfers | |
KL1004+ KL2013+ 5240 | 9:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 9h45 | 8:40 PM Poitiers | 2 transfers | |
KL1004+ KL2009+ 5488 · 5358 | 9:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 11h58 | 10:53 PM Poitiers | 4 transfers | |
KL1004+ KL2009+ 5240 | 9:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 9h45 | 8:40 PM Poitiers | 2 transfers | |
KL984+ KL2009+ 5240 | 10:00 AM London City Airport | 9h40 | 8:40 PM Poitiers | 2 transfers | |
KL984+ KL2013+ 5488 · 5358 | 10:00 AM London City Airport | 11h53 | 10:53 PM Poitiers | 4 transfers | |
KL984+ KL2013+ 5240 | 10:00 AM London City Airport | 9h40 | 8:40 PM Poitiers | 2 transfers | |
AF1705+ 5488 · 5358 · 8347 | 10:25 AM London Gatwick Airport | 11h28 | 10:53 PM Poitiers | 3 transfers | |
AF1705+ 5240 | 10:25 AM London Gatwick Airport | 9h15 | 8:40 PM Poitiers | 1 transfer | |
AF1705+ 5454 | 10:25 AM London Gatwick Airport | 7h13 | 6:38 PM Poitiers | 1 transfer | |
BA304+ 5240 | 11:15 AM London Heathrow Airport | 8h25 | 8:40 PM Poitiers | 1 transfer | |
U24662+ 5240 | 11:20 AM London Southend Airport | 8h20 | 8:40 PM Poitiers | 1 transfer | |
U24662+ 5454 | 11:20 AM London Southend Airport | 6h18 | 6:38 PM Poitiers | 1 transfer | |
AF1581+ 5488 · 5358 · 8347 | 11:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 10h23 | 10:53 PM Poitiers | 3 transfers | |
AF1581+ 5240 | 11:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 8h10 | 8:40 PM Poitiers | 1 transfer | |
AF1581+ 5454 | 11:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 6h08 | 6:38 PM Poitiers | 1 transfer | |
KL1006 · KL1409+ 5488 · 5358 | 11:45 AM London Heathrow Airport | 10h08 | 10:53 PM Poitiers | 4 transfers | |
BA306+ 5488 · 5358 · 8347 | 12:50 PM London Heathrow Airport | 9h03 | 10:53 PM Poitiers | 3 transfers | |
BA306+ 5240 | 12:50 PM London Heathrow Airport | 6h50 | 8:40 PM Poitiers | 1 transfer | |
U28409+ 5240 | 1:35 PM London Gatwick Airport | 6h05 | 8:40 PM Poitiers | 1 transfer | |
U28409+ 5488 · 5358 · 8347 | 1:35 PM London Gatwick Airport | 8h18 | 10:53 PM Poitiers | 3 transfers | |
AF1781+ 5488 · 5358 · 8347 | 3:20 PM London Heathrow Airport | 6h33 | 10:53 PM Poitiers | 3 transfers | |
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Main fine arts museum in the former episcopal palace, with archaeology, paintings, and sculptures spanning centuries.
Immersive center on electronic image and digital creation, known for innovative exhibitions and audiovisual experiences.
Museum within one of France’s oldest baptisteries, presenting archaeological layers and early Christian heritage.
Picturesque old quarter of narrow lanes, half-timbered houses, and small shops that captures the city’s medieval character.
Main square of central Poitiers, lined with grand civic buildings and cafés, and ideal for orienting a walking tour.
Elegant central square beside Notre-Dame-la-Grande, excellent for admiring the church façade and old-town atmosphere.
A soft goat cheese from Poitou, often ash-coated. It is a regional staple with a mild, creamy taste that reflects the area's strong dairy tradition.
A buttery goat cheese from nearby Sainte-Maure-de-Touraine, commonly enjoyed in Poitiers. Its straw through the center makes it distinctive and traditional.
A rustic pork pâté baked in pastry, linked to old Poitevin country cooking. It is valued for its rich filling and festive, shareable style.
Refined contemporary restaurant in central Poitiers, known for polished French cooking and an intimate setting suited to a special dinner.
Well-regarded traditional French brasserie with regional dishes, classic décor, and a lively but comfortable atmosphere near the center.
Casual crêperie popular for savory galettes and sweet crêpes. A dependable choice for a relaxed meal in the historic city center.
Moderate for France. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Paris, while local buses and everyday meals stay reasonably priced for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up, and small change is fine in cafes.
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Poitiers Biard Airport -> Gare de Poitiers
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Most London to Poitiers flights use the London Stansted Airport to Poitiers Biard Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare London and Poitiers airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
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.
Poitiers Biard Airport is 1 km from Poitiers city centre. Public transport options include:
Poitiers Biard Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, 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 Poitiers Biard Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Poitiers Biard Airport: Ramps, toilets.
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