Flights from the UK
Book flights from the United Kingdom to the places UK travellers search most, from Spain, Portugal and Greece to Dubai, New York, Delhi and Islamabad. Jingo Travel compares fares from London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Glasgow and more, with options across major carriers and low cost airlines. Flight times vary widely by destination, from around 1 hour to Ireland or northern France to about 11 hours to the US west coast. Use flexible dates if you can, especially around school holidays and Christmas. If you find a fare but want a better price, tap "Want it cheaper? Chat now" and our team will look for a better fare.
Popular destinations
Route facts
- Popular destinations: Spain, Portugal, Italy, Greece, Turkey, the UAE, the United States, India and Pakistan are the busiest choices from the United Kingdom.
- Main UK departure cities: London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Bristol, Newcastle and Leeds Bradford all serve a range of European routes, with select airports offering long haul connections.
- Airlines that serve it: British Airways, easyJet, Ryanair, Jet2, TUI, Virgin Atlantic, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines and Air India are common options, depending on route.
- Typical flying times: Europe is often 1 to 4 hours, the Canary Islands and Turkey about 4 to 5 hours, Dubai around 7 hours, and India or Pakistan about 8 to 9.5 hours.
- Seasonality: Beach routes peak in summer, ski routes rise in winter, city breaks are strong in spring and autumn, and family travel is busiest during school holidays.
- Best time to book: For short haul trips, book around 6 to 10 weeks ahead. For long haul trips, 2 to 5 months ahead is recommended, earlier for peak dates.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I fly from the United Kingdom?
You can fly from the United Kingdom to hundreds of destinations, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, Greece, Turkey, Dubai, New York, Orlando, Delhi, Mumbai, Islamabad and Lahore. Choice depends on your departure airport and travel dates.
Which UK airports offer the most choice?
London airports usually offer the widest choice, especially Heathrow (LHR), Gatwick (LGW), Stansted (STN) and Luton (LTN). Manchester (MAN), Birmingham (BHX), Edinburgh (EDI) and Glasgow (GLA) also have strong European and long haul coverage.
How long are flights from the United Kingdom?
Flights from the UK take about 1 hour to Ireland and northern France, 2 to 4 hours to mainland Europe, 7 hours to Dubai, and 10 to 11 hours to the US west coast.
Which airlines fly from the United Kingdom?
Major airlines from the United Kingdom include British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines and Air India. Low cost and holiday carriers such as easyJet, Ryanair, Jet2 and TUI cover many European and leisure routes.
When are flights from the United Kingdom busiest?
July, August, Christmas, New Year, and school holidays are the busiest times to fly from the United Kingdom.
How can I find lower fares from the United Kingdom?
Use flexible dates, compare nearby airports and consider early morning or late evening flights. Booking earlier helps for peak seasons. On Jingo Travel, you can also use WhatsApp chat if you want our team to check for a better fare.
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