Travelling from Cork Airport (ORK) to London: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Cork Airport to London and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 25 minutes.
London and Cork (where Cork Airport is located) share the UTC+0 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
The busiest route is from Cork Airport (ORK) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). You can choose from 28 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from ORK to LHR is the 07:20 Aer Lingus option. If you'd rather fly out later on, the final departure is at 20:30 with Aer Lingus.
Allow plenty of time to get on your ORK to London flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
You can travel nonstop from ORK to London. Take your pick of these arrival points when booking your Cork Airport to London ticket:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Stansted Airport (STN)
Choose from a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Cork Airport to London. Reserve your trip with one of these:
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from ORK to London with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
The journey from central Cork to ORK takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel close to ORK? If you're boarding an early flight from Cork Airport to London, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of all flights departing from Cork Airport, 70.51% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cork Airport (ORK) to London
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cork Airport to London flight is ₹ 1,700. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 3,400. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from ORK to London, book your trip one month ahead of your departure date.
Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Cork Airport to London tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is roughly 31 kilometres. It takes about 55 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Cork Airport to London, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near LHR:
Grab a London Heathrow Airport rental car and explore London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are leading providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week ahead of your flight from ORK to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
After your flight from Cork Airport to London has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 30 minutes.
After stepping off your ORK to London flight, settle in at a hotel close to LGW. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and be on your way in a flash.
Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from LGW three weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Find your way to the city centre after your flight from Cork Airport to London has touched down. Central London is about 64 kilometres from Stansted Airport (STN) and takes roughly 1 hour to reach by cab or ride-share.
The journey takes about 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, find a hotel close to STN. Make yourself comfortable at one of these options after your ORK to London flight:
Stay in control of the next leg of your journey by picking up a Stansted Airport rental car. Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar will get you on the road.
Plan ahead and get the perks. Book your vehicle from STN four weeks before your flight from Cork Airport to London to access the best rates.
Best time to go to London
Before securing your flights from Cork Airport to London, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in London offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
When booking your Cork Airport to London flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from ORK to London around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about London
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in London right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Cork Airport to London:
The British Museum and Big Ben are just two of the top attractions to put on your London to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Buckingham Palace.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. Around 161 kilometres north-west of London, a visit to Birmingham will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in United Kingdom, head for Bristol, roughly 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are among the biggest draws.