Cheap Flights from London (LOND) to Cork (ORK)
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London to Cork: Alternative routes
Compare routes from London to Cork below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cork.London to Cork: Flight information
The things to know before you go.| Cheapest flight found | £26 |
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| Cheapest month to fly | February |
| Average flight time | 1 hr, 25 mins |
| Most popular airline | Air Canada |
| Average flights per week | 171 |
Finding cheap flights from London to Cork: Frequently asked questions
Travelling from London to Cork Airport (ORK): What you need to know
- Organising your flight from London to Cork Airport (ORK) begins with finding the most convenient airport to begin your travels from. London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and London Stansted Airport (STN) are the main terminals in London.
- Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 25 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct London to Cork Airport flight.
- Cork (where Cork Airport is located) and London share the UTC+0 timezone. With no time difference, coordinating plans between the cities is hassle-free.
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Cork Airport (ORK) is the most popular route. There are 28 direct departures a week to pick from. If you have plans before you fly, hop on the last flight with Aer Lingus at 10:25pm. Opt for the first LHR to ORK departure operated by Aer Lingus at 9:20am if you'd rather get going earlier.
- Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to ORK. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
- Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
- Get there in one go from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Direct flights from London to Cork Airport (ORK) can be booked from here.
- Aer Lingus is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from London to Cork Airport taking off from LHR.
- Aer Lingus sees the most traveller bookings for flights from LHR to ORK.
- The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate on this route is Aer Lingus.
- LHR is around 24 kms (15 miles) from central London. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
- Planning to catch an early flight from London to Cork Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to London Heathrow Airport:
- Holiday Inn Express London Heathrow T4
- Premier Inn Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
- Crowne Plaza London Heathrow T4 by IHG
- When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, 68% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
- Consider starting your trip from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). You can book a direct London to Cork Airport (ORK) plane ticket with departures from here.
- From LGW, direct flights from London to ORK can be booked with Ryanair.
- Ryanair is the most frequently booked airline flying from LGW to ORK.
- The most reliable carrier is Ryanair. Its London Gatwick Airport to Cork Airport flights land as scheduled 65.0% of the time.
- You can arrive at LGW from the centre of London in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 48 kms (30 miles) or so.
- Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your London to ORK flight, kick back in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
- London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance rate of 70%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights departing from this airport land on schedule.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
- Avoid the hassle of switching planes from London Stansted Airport (STN). Direct flights from London to Cork Airport are available from here.
- Set off from STN with Ryanair. This well-known airline offers direct London to ORK plane tickets.
- Ryanair is the airline most travellers choose for flights from STN to ORK.
- Among carriers operating on this route, Ryanair has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
- The trip to STN from the centre of 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 kms (35 miles) or so.
- Make catching an early London to Cork Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near London Stansted Airport and get to your gate without rushing:
- Flights departing from STN make it to their destination within the expected time frame 65% of the time.
About Cork Airport (ORK)
- The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London to Cork Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near ORK instead:
- Begin your adventure by picking up a Cork Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Easirent, Budget or Carhire to explore Cork and beyond.
- To lock in the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks in advance of your London to Cork Airport flight.
Getting from Cork Airport (ORK) to central Cork
- Central Cork is roughly 5 kms (3 miles) from Cork Airport. Travel times by car hire or taxi will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
- Travelling by public transport takes around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Cork Airport (ORK)
- Currently, £13 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Cork Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £26. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
- Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from London to ORK if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
- Affordable London to Cork Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
- You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a better deal is available on plane tickets from London to ORK.
- Save money on your flight from London to Cork Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from London to Cork Airport (ORK)
- It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from London to Cork Airport (ORK). August is the busiest month to travel to Cork. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in January.
- The warmest month in Cork is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 20ºC. Book your London to ORK plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
- For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from London to Cork Airport in January when temperatures are between 1ºC and 9ºC.
More about Cork
- When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Cork right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from London to Cork Airport:
- You'll find loads of things to do in Cork when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Make your way to Blarney Castle & Gardens followed by Blarney Castle House(Teach Caisleán na Blarnan) and Blarney Stone.
Explore more of Ireland
- You've done Cork, now it's time to discover other parts of Ireland. Travel about 225 kms (140 miles) northeast to Dublin to check off its popular sights. From Guinness Storehouse to Trinity College Library and St. Patrick's Cathedral, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
- Tallaght is another well-known destination in Ireland and is around 209 kms (130 miles) northeast of Cork. No trip is complete without experiencing St Maelruain's Church of Ireland, St. Mark's Parish and Church of the Incarnation, Fettercairn.
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