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British Airways
BA 1300
→ Outbound · 27 Sep
LHR
London Heathrow
ABZ
Aberdeen
7:55 AM
27 Sep
1h 30m
Direct
9:25 AM
27 Sep
← Return · 7 Oct
ABZ
Aberdeen
LHR
London Heathrow
7:15 PM
7 Oct
1h 30m
Direct
8:45 PM
7 Oct
from
£121
Return · per adult
Aer Lingus
EI 177
→ Outbound · 8 Nov
LHR
London Heathrow
ABZ
Aberdeen
7:45 PM
8 Nov
13h 05m
8:50 AM
9 Nov
← Return · 18 Nov
ABZ
Aberdeen
LHR
London Heathrow
4:50 PM
18 Nov
18h 35m
11:25 AM
19 Nov
from
£370
Return · per adult
British Airways
BA 1300
→ Outbound · 20 Dec
LHR
London Heathrow
ABZ
Aberdeen
6:35 AM
20 Dec
1h 35m
Direct
8:10 AM
20 Dec
← Return · 30 Dec
ABZ
Aberdeen
LHR
London Heathrow
8:55 PM
30 Dec
1h 30m
Direct
10:25 PM
30 Dec
from
£114
Return · per adult
British Airways
BA 1300
→ Outbound · 31 Jan
LHR
London Heathrow
ABZ
Aberdeen
6:35 AM
31 Jan
1h 35m
Direct
8:10 AM
31 Jan
← Return · 10 Feb
ABZ
Aberdeen
LHR
London Heathrow
8:55 PM
10 Feb
1h 30m
Direct
10:25 PM
10 Feb
from
£107
Return · per adult
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Cheapest and average return economy fares by carrier, from our sampled live searches. Fares change constantly — tap Search to see live prices for your dates.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flights | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| British Airways | £107 | £180 | Direct available | |
| Aer Lingus | £286 | £297 | With stops |
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How much is a return flight from London to Aberdeen?
Return flights from London to Aberdeen typically cost between £107 and £123 in August, though fares move with demand, season and how early you book. The lowest fare our search found recently was £107 — a great price and well below the usual range, so a price near this is worth grabbing. Keeping your dates flexible and comparing nearby days is the easiest way to land at the cheaper end.
What is the cheapest day to fly to Aberdeen?
The cheapest day to depart to Aberdeen is usually Wednesday, when fares start from around £107 — midweek departures tend to be quieter and cheaper. Thursday is typically the most expensive day to fly out (around £128), as weekend travel is popular with leisure and business travellers alike. Where your plans allow, moving your outbound to a cheaper weekday can noticeably lower the total fare.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Aberdeen?
Flights to Aberdeen are generally cheapest departing in the morning, with fares from around £107. Departures in the morning tend to cost more (about £107), as those slots are more convenient and in higher demand. Picking an off-peak departure time is a simple way to trim the price without changing your dates.
What is the cheapest London airport to fly to Aberdeen from?
The cheapest return flights to Aberdeen depart from London Heathrow (LHR), from around £117. London has several airports serving this route and fares can vary between them — Gatwick (LGW) is often the priciest at around £812. It's worth checking which London airport is both cheapest and most convenient for you before booking.
Can I save money by flying with a stopover to Aberdeen?
For Aberdeen, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct, with fares from around £107 versus about £242 for a 1-stop itinerary. A direct flight also saves you time and the hassle of a connection, so it's usually the better all-round choice on this route. Stopovers only tend to pay off here if a particular date or airline happens to be cheaper.
Average return fare to Aberdeen by month
The cheapest month to fly from London to Aberdeen is typically January, with return economy fares from £107. Fares are usually highest in December (around £146). Figures are indicative, from sampled live fares, and change with demand.
Cheapest sampled return economy fare, London to Aberdeen, per month (gaps estimated). Search live for exact prices.
When to book flights from London to Aberdeen
Are your dates flexible? These are the ideal times to fly to Aberdeen based on our flight data — find the cheapest days for a 7-day trip.
Cheap flights to Aberdeen from across the UK
You don't have to fly from London. The cheapest UK departure for Aberdeen is currently London from £117. Compare return economy fares and typical flight times below — figures are indicative from sampled fares.
Indicative cheapest return economy fares by UK origin. Pick your dates in the search form above.
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About flights to Aberdeen
Overview
Aberdeen, Scotland's granite-built 'Silver City', sits on the north-east coast where the rivers Dee and Don meet the North Sea. It is a compact, walkable place known for its sparkling architecture, a working harbour and quick access to Royal Deeside, Dunnottar Castle and the edge of the Cairngorms. For UK travellers it is a simple domestic hop with no border formalities, and a search for cheap flights to Aberdeen usually turns up several airlines competing on the busier routes.
Best time to fly to Aberdeen
Late May to early September is the sweet spot: midsummer daylight stretches past 10pm, temperatures sit around 15-18C, and the coast and countryside look their best. Spring and early autumn are quieter and often better value, so compare them on the When to book chart above. Winter is cold, dark and can bring snow, but it is the cheapest time to fly and good for Christmas markets and Hogmanay. Fares climb around Scottish school holidays, so avoid those weeks where you can.
Airlines and routes
British Airways flies from London Heathrow and London City, while easyJet serves Aberdeen from London Gatwick, London Luton and Bristol. Jet2.com and easyJet link Manchester, and Loganair runs a wide domestic network including Birmingham, Newcastle, Belfast City and the Scottish islands; KLM connects via Amsterdam for onward travel. Typical flight time from London is about 1 hour 25 minutes, and from Manchester nearer 1 hour 10 minutes. Almost every UK departure is direct, so connecting itineraries rarely make sense from mainland Britain.
Things to do in Aberdeen
Aberdeen rewards a weekend, with the castle-strewn coast close at hand.
- Aberdeen Maritime Museum: free harbourside galleries telling the story of the North Sea, shipbuilding and offshore energy.
- Aberdeen Art Gallery: a handsomely restored gallery with a strong collection of Scottish and modern British art.
- Dunnottar Castle: dramatic clifftop ruin near Stonehaven, a short drive or train-and-walk south of the city.
- Old Aberdeen and King's College: cobbled lanes, the crown spire and the calm of the university quarter.
- Duthie Park and David Welch Winter Gardens: riverside park with one of Britain's largest indoor gardens, ideal on a wet day.
At Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
The airport is at Dyce, about 7 miles (11km) north-west of the centre. The Stagecoach Jet 727 bus runs frequently to Union Square bus and rail station, taking roughly 25-40 minutes. Dyce railway station, a short taxi or shuttle from the terminal, has regular trains that reach the city centre in about 10 minutes. Taxis take around 20 minutes, and the main car hire desks are in the terminal.
Top tips for finding cheap flights to Aberdeen
- Book roughly three to eight weeks ahead for domestic fares; walk-up prices on the London route can be steep.
- Fly midweek, on Tuesday or Wednesday, and avoid Friday evening and Sunday returns.
- Pick the first or last flight of the day and keep your dates flexible, using the price charts on this page to spot the cheapest departures.
- Compare British Airways, easyJet, Jet2.com and Loganair on the same route, and add any checked bag to the total before you decide.
Travel essentials
Aberdeen is within the UK, so travellers from Britain need no passport or visa; photo ID accepted by your airline is enough. The currency is the pound sterling, Scottish banknotes are legal tender and cards are accepted almost everywhere. No vaccinations or health paperwork are required, and NHS cover applies as it does at home. Pack a waterproof layer whatever the season, as the North Sea breeze keeps things fresh.
Baggage & hand-luggage allowance for flights to Aberdeen
Your allowance to Aberdeen depends on the airline and the fare you book. The table below shows typical long-haul allowances so you know roughly what to expect — always confirm the exact limits with your airline before you fly.
| Fare type | Hand baggage | Checked baggage |
|---|---|---|
| Basic / Light economy | 1 small under-seat bag | Usually none — add for a fee |
| Standard economy | 1 cabin bag + 1 personal item | Typically 1 × 23 kg |
| Premium economy | 1–2 cabin bags + personal item | Typically 2 × 23 kg |
| Business / First | 2 cabin bags + personal item | Typically 2 × 32 kg |
Indicative only. Allowances vary by airline, route and fare — always check your airline's baggage policy.
Packing & baggage tips
- Full-service carriers (e.g. British Airways, Turkish Airlines, KLM) usually include a checked bag on long-haul economy fares; basic/low-cost fares often don't.
- Cabin (hand) bag size is commonly around 56 × 45 × 25 cm — confirm your airline's limit before you pack.
- Liquids in hand luggage must be in containers of 100 ml or less, inside one clear resealable bag.
- Weigh your bags at home — airport excess-baggage fees are far higher than pre-booked allowances.
- Extra or heavier bags are almost always cheaper added online in advance than at the airport.
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