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Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours
Fine arts museum in the former archbishop’s palace, with paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts from several centuries.
Flights from London to Tours depart on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $25 (€21) if you book in advance.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 06:50, the last at 17:55. The fastest flight covers the 287 miles (462 km) distance in 1h 25m. April is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 287 miles (462 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€21) |
Flights per day 1 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 1h 25m |
First flight 6:50 AM |
Last flight 5:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Tours among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $25, and a train costs an average of $153.
Distance: 287 miles (462 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$66 Average price Cheapest | $356 Average price | $88 Average price | $118 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 55m Average total duration 12h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from London to Tours:
A flight is $22 (€18) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London to Tours costing on average $88 (€72).
A flight is $290 (€236) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Tours costing on average $356 (€290).
Other travel options to Tours take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 28m.
Bus takes on average 12h 25m.
The table below shows live departures for London to Tours flights for today, Wednesday, June 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:50 AM London | 1h25 | 1:15 PM Tours | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:05 PM London | 1h25 | 3:30 PM Tours | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Fine arts museum in the former archbishop’s palace, with paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts from several centuries.
Major contemporary art center known for rotating exhibitions in a striking modern building near the Loire.
Specialized museum dedicated to the traditions of French craft guilds, with remarkable artisan masterpieces and tools.
The old town is the city’s essential walking area, known for half-timbered houses, lively squares, and historic atmosphere.
Famous square in the heart of old Tours, popular for its photogenic medieval buildings and vibrant street life.
Main central avenue for walking and shopping, connecting key parts of the city with broad urban views.
A traditional spread of slowly cooked pork, shredded and preserved in fat. Tours is one of the classic homes of rillettes, and it is commonly served on bread with local wine.
Chunks of pork belly confit, browned and richly seasoned. This is a well-known specialty of Touraine and often enjoyed as part of a charcuterie selection.
A famous goat cheese log from nearby Touraine, recognizable by its straw through the center. It is one of the region's signature products and is excellent with bread or salad.
A Michelin-starred restaurant near Tours known for refined seasonal cuisine and elegant tasting menus in a polished setting.
A popular wine bar and dining spot focused on Loire wines, charcuterie, cheese, and convivial small plates in a lively casual setting.
A respected traditional restaurant in central Tours serving classic Touraine and French dishes in a warm, old-town atmosphere.
Prices are moderate for France. Cafes and casual meals are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is included by law. Rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 in cafes is polite; 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Round up taxi fares slightly.
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Tours Val de Loire Airport, Tours -> Gare de Tours, Tours
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