Travelling from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to London: what you need to know
London and Nottingham (where East Midlands Airport is located) are in the UTC+0 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
To avoid rushing for your EMA to London flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
The journey from central Nottingham to EMA takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel near EMA? If you've booked an early flight from East Midlands Airport to London, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
When it comes to East Midlands Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75.1% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to London
The best price we've seen for a one-way East Midlands Airport to London flight is ₹ 4,550. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 8,682. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from EMA to London, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for an East Midlands Airport to London ticket.
Save time looking for cheap flights from EMA to London by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from East Midlands Airport to London by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is around 31 kilometres from the centre of London. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 55 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
If you're arriving on a late flight from East Midlands Airport to London, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near LHR:
Pick up a London Heathrow Airport rental car and explore London and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are popular providers you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week before your flight from EMA to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is around 80 kilometres from central London. After your flight from East Midlands Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 30 minutes.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to LGW. Settle in and get cosy after your EMA to London flight at any of these well-located options:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and set off in the blink of an eye.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride three weeks before your arrival at LGW will help you stay within budget.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Stansted Airport (STN) is about 64 kilometres from the centre of London. It'll take you about 1 hour to reach the city centre by taxi or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from East Midlands Airport to London.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, choose a hotel near STN. Get settled at one of these options after your EMA to London flight:
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next leg of your journey with a Stansted Airport rental car. Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar will get you on the road.
Plan ahead and get the perks. Book your ride from STN four weeks before your flight from East Midlands Airport to London for the lowest prices.
Best time to go to London
Before securing your flights from East Midlands Airport to London, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in London offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
Lock in an East Midlands Airport to London plane ticket with a departure in July to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EMA to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about London
Start your London trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from East Midlands Airport to London, browse our range of accommodation options including:
The British Museum and Big Ben are just a couple of the major attractions to put on your London travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Buckingham Palace.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen London, now it's time to discover more of United Kingdom. Journey around 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to tick off its leading attractions. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.