Can I find cheaper flights to London if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to London on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to London?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Virgin Australia is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to London.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in London?

London Luton is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in London. One-way flights to London Luton typically cost $19, while return flights cost around $80.

How much is a return flight to London?

A return flight to London will typically cost around $266, however they can be found for as little as $245.

Where does the fastest flight to London depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to London, Perth offers the quickest one-way flight (17 hours 50 minutes).

Which airport is closest to Portobello Market?

f being close to Portobello Market is important to you, you’ll want to land at London Heathrow Airport.

Does London Heathrow have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at London Heathrow can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to London Heathrow?

Yes. London Heathrow has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Aerotel London Heathrow is the closest property to London Heathrow (0.0 km away from London Heathrow).

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How long is the flight to London?

On average, a flight from Sydney to London takes 26 hours 13 minutes. Flights to London from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to London

The most flights from Sydney to London are scheduled on a Wednesday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to London?

The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to London are Etihad Airways, Qantas Airways and Emirates.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to London?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to London are Virgin Australia, Air China and China Southern.

Rainfall in London by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in London ranges from 40.0 - 70.0 mm per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 70.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit London when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in London by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to London, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to London?

The price you pay for your flight to London may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 50 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing London

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,Qantas Airways, andEtihad Airways to the United Kingdom by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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Jodie,Aug 2026

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Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

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Etihad Airways

7.3

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Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

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China Southern

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Good

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China Eastern

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Good

232 reviews

Emirates

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Very Good

3,657 reviews

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1 / 20

6.0

Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

FAQs about flying to London

Getting around London

How to find your way around London

Finding an address in London is no small task. There’s no pattern to the street names; house numbers, when they exist, run in odds and evens, clockwise and counter clockwise. You may also want to download or buy a detailed street map with an index either before or after your flight to London

Can I find cheaper flights to London if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to London on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to London?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Virgin Australia is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to London.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in London?
London Luton is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in London. One-way flights to London Luton typically cost $19, while return flights cost around $80.
How much is a return flight to London?
A return flight to London will typically cost around $266, however they can be found for as little as $245.
Where does the fastest flight to London depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to London, Perth offers the quickest one-way flight (17 hours 50 minutes).
Which airport is closest to Portobello Market?
f being close to Portobello Market is important to you, you’ll want to land at London Heathrow Airport.
Does London Heathrow have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at London Heathrow can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to London Heathrow?
Yes. London Heathrow has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Aerotel London Heathrow is the closest property to London Heathrow (0.0 km away from London Heathrow).

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On average, a flight from Sydney to London takes 26 hours 13 minutes. Flights to London from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to London

The most flights from Sydney to London are scheduled on a Wednesday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to London?

The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to London are Etihad Airways, Qantas Airways and Emirates.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to London?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to London are Virgin Australia, Air China and China Southern.

Rainfall in London by month

Plan your trip to London by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in London ranges from 40.0 - 70.0 mm per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 70.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit London when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in London by month

Plan your trip to London by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

When is the best time to book a flight to London?

The price you pay for your flight to London may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 50 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing London

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,Qantas Airways, andEtihad Airways to the United Kingdom by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

FAQs about flying to London

Getting around London

Can I find cheaper flights to London if I am willing to have stopovers?

What is the best airline to fly to London?

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in London?

How much is a return flight to London?

Where does the fastest flight to London depart from?

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