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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from London to Derry Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $114. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London to Derry flights are currently cheapest in April.

Direct flights from London to Derry

London to Derry: Alternative routes

Compare routes from London to Derry below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Derry.

Finding cheap flights from London to Derry: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from London to Derry is $114. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 27 minutes is the average flight time from London to Derry.
Loganair, British Airways and KLM fly direct from London to Derry.
There are 62 flights per week flying from London to Derry, as of March 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from London to Derry is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from London to Derry Airport on Sunday, April 12, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 27 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Derry but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Derry is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from London to City of Derry Airport (LDY): What you need to know

  • Get your travels underway at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), the main airport in London. Search for flights from London to City of Derry Airport (LDY) that leave from this base.

  • Take off on a direct London to City of Derry Airport flight and you'll be traveling for an average of 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Derry's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as London. City of Derry Airport is located in Derry.

  • The busiest route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to City of Derry Airport (LDY), with 16 direct services every week. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from LHR to LDY is the 8:45am Loganair option. If you need some extra time before takeoff, the last departure is at 8:20pm with Loganair.

  • Your flight from London to LDY won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • You can expect longer lines during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

Airports in London

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is a convenient option for traveling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from London to City of Derry Airport (LDY) depart from this terminal.

  • When jetting out of LHR, you can take a direct flight from London to City of Derry Airport with Loganair.

  • The preferred choice for passengers flying between LHR and LDY is Loganair.

  • LHR is about 24 kilometers from central London. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.

  • In search of a convenient hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you've booked an early flight from London to City of Derry Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

  • Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 78% land on schedule at their destination.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • LGW is around 48 kilometers from central London. It'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before your London to LDY flight? Relax in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your vacation officially starts. These stays are calling your name:

  • Flights from London Gatwick Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 82% of them touching down right on cue.

London Stansted Airport (STN)

  • The journey to STN from central London is around 45 minutes on public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometers or so.

  • Wake up, take it easy and still make your London to City of Derry Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near London Stansted Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out early:

  • STN has a solid on-time arrivals performance of 80%, so you can count on your flight to stay on schedule and reach your final stop as expected.

About City of Derry Airport (LDY)

Getting from City of Derry Airport (LDY) to central Derry

  • From City of Derry Airport, central Derry is around 11 kilometers away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city center by car.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from London to City of Derry Airport (LDY)

  • $64 is the best price for a one-way ticket from London to City of Derry Airport. A return flight starts from $114. These fares can change based on availability and demand.

  • Lock in cheap flights from London to LDY by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • Schedule your trip for April. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on London to City of Derry Airport tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal comes up on plane tickets from London to LDY.

  • Nail down a great price on a flight from London to City of Derry Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

The best time to fly from London to City of Derry Airport (LDY)

  • It's time to figure out when to book your flight from London to City of Derry Airport (LDY). July is the busiest month to travel to Derry. If crowds aren't your thing, head there in December.

  • When booking your London to LDY plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Derry, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from London to City of Derry Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).

More about Derry

  • Start your Derry trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from London to City of Derry Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:

  • You'll find loads of terrific things to do in Derry when you're ready to see the sights. Kick off your exploring at Free Derry Corner followed by Walled city Londonderry and Bloody Sunday Obelisk Memorial.

Explore more of the United Kingdom

  • Glasgow is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Derry. Around 209 kilometers away to the northeast, check out popular attractions including Glasgow Cathedral, King's Theatre and Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum.

  • Around 274 kilometers northeast of Derry, Edinburgh is another favorite stop in the United Kingdom. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle and Castle Rock.

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