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Cork to London Flight Overview

The distance between Cork and London is approximately 577.83km. The average flight time between Cork and London is 1 hour 25 minutes. According to Trip.com data, travel demand is highest in January. October is generally the cheapest month to book.

Cheapest one-way
£15
Ryanair Ryanair ORK-LON 1h 25m · Direct Sat, Oct 10
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Cheapest return
£29
Ryanair Ryanair ORK-LON 1h 25m · Direct Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Sep 29
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Ryanair Ryanair Cheapest · From £15 Aer Lingus Aer Lingus Most booked
Best time to book
March
Cheapest
January
Peak season for travel
Route details
577.83km
Flight distance
1h 25m
Average flight time

Find the cheapest direct flight options from Cork to London over the next three months. Book one-way tickets from £15 and round-trip tickets from £29.

      • Cheapest nonstop
        ORK 08:15
        1h 25m
        Direct
        STN 09:40
        Cork - London | Tue, Sep 29 | Ryanair
        STN 19:35
        1h 25m
        Direct
        ORK 21:00
        London - Cork | Tue, Sep 29 | Ryanair
        £29 £34
        15% off
        15% off
        £34 £29
      • ORK 08:20
        1h 25m
        Direct
        STN 09:45
        Cork - London | Wed, Sep 16 | Ryanair
        STN 11:10
        1h 25m
        Direct
        ORK 12:35
        London - Cork | Sun, Sep 20 | Ryanair
        £29 £34
        15% off
        15% off
        £34 £29
      • ORK 21:00
        1h 25m
        Direct
        STN 22:25
        Cork - London | Thu, Oct 1 | Ryanair
        STN 06:25
        1h 25m
        Direct
        ORK 07:50
        London - Cork | Mon, Oct 5 | Ryanair
        £29 £34
        15% off
        15% off
        £34 £29
      • ORK 20:15
        1h 25m
        Direct
        STN 21:40
        Cork - London | Sat, Oct 3 | Ryanair
        STN 06:25
        1h 25m
        Direct
        ORK 07:50
        London - Cork | Tue, Oct 6 | Ryanair
        £29
        15% off
        £34 £29
      • ORK 18:30
        1h 20m
        Direct
        LTN 19:50
        Cork - London | Thu, Aug 27 | Ryanair
        LTN 15:35
        1h 20m
        Direct
        ORK 16:55
        London - Cork | Sun, Aug 30 | Ryanair
        £29
        15% off
        £34 £29
      • ORK 09:10
        1h 25m
        Direct
        STN 10:35
        Cork - London | Sun, Aug 30 | Ryanair
        STN 06:25
        1h 25m
        Direct
        ORK 07:50
        London - Cork | Mon, Aug 31 | Ryanair
        £29
        15% off
        £34 £29
      • ORK 20:15
        1h 25m
        Direct
        STN 21:40
        Cork - London | Sat, Aug 22 | Ryanair
        STN 06:25
        1h 25m
        Direct
        ORK 07:50
        London - Cork | Mon, Aug 24 | Ryanair
        £29
        15% off
        £34 £29
      • ORK 21:00
        1h 25m
        Direct
        STN 22:25
        Cork - London | Thu, Sep 3 | Ryanair
        STN 07:00
        1h 25m
        Direct
        ORK 08:25
        London - Cork | Sat, Sep 5 | Ryanair
        £30
        12% off
        £34 £30
      • ORK 14:50
        1h 20m
        Direct
        LTN 16:10
        Cork - London | Wed, Sep 9 | Ryanair
        LTN 13:05
        1h 20m
        Direct
        ORK 14:25
        London - Cork | Wed, Sep 16 | Ryanair
        £30
        12% off
        £34 £30
      • ORK 20:15
        1h 25m
        Direct
        STN 21:40
        Cork - London | Sat, Sep 5 | Ryanair
        STN 06:25
        1h 25m
        Direct
        ORK 07:50
        London - Cork | Mon, Sep 7 | Ryanair
        £30
        12% off
        £34 £30
      • ORK 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        LON 14:00
        Cork - London | Mon, Aug 17 | Normal Airline
        LON 15:00
        6h
        Direct
        ORK 16:00
        London - Cork | Wed, Aug 19 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        ORK 20:20
        1h 25m
        Direct
        STN 21:45
        Cork - London | Sat, Oct 10 | Ryanair
        £15 £17
        12% off
        12% off
        £17 £15
      • ORK 18:30
        1h 20m
        Direct
        LTN 19:50
        Cork - London | Fri, Sep 25 | Ryanair
        £15 £17
        12% off
        12% off
        £17 £15
      • ORK 20:15
        1h 25m
        Direct
        STN 21:40
        Cork - London | Sun, Sep 27 | Ryanair
        £15 £17
        12% off
        12% off
        £17 £15
      • ORK 14:50
        1h 20m
        Direct
        LTN 16:10
        Cork - London | Thu, Sep 24 | Ryanair
        £15
        12% off
        £17 £15
      • ORK 11:35
        1h 20m
        Direct
        LTN 12:55
        Cork - London | Wed, Sep 16 | Ryanair
        £15
        12% off
        £17 £15
      • ORK 14:50
        1h 20m
        Direct
        LTN 16:10
        Cork - London | Thu, Sep 17 | Ryanair
        £15
        12% off
        £17 £15
      • ORK 14:50
        1h 20m
        Direct
        LTN 16:10
        Cork - London | Thu, Sep 10 | Ryanair
        £15
        12% off
        £17 £15
      • ORK 17:15
        1h 25m
        Direct
        STN 18:40
        Cork - London | Thu, Sep 3 | Ryanair
        £15
        12% off
        £17 £15
      • ORK 18:30
        1h 20m
        Direct
        LTN 19:50
        Cork - London | Fri, Sep 4 | Ryanair
        £15
        12% off
        £17 £15
      • ORK 20:15
        1h 25m
        Direct
        STN 21:40
        Cork - London | Sun, Sep 6 | Ryanair
        £15
        12% off
        £17 £15
      • ORK 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        LON 14:00
        Cork - London | Mon, Aug 17 | Normal Airline
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Airlines operating flights from Cork to London

You can choose from 4 airlines flying from Cork to London, including Aer Lingus, Ryanair and British Airways. Ryanair currently offers the cheapest direct ticket on this route.
Aer Lingus logo Aer Lingus
Ryanair logo Ryanair
British Airways logo British Airways
Ryanair UK logo Ryanair UK
Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Cork to London according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Trip.com price insights on flights from Cork to London

What is the cheapest month for one-way flights from Cork to London?

The average one way ticket price paid by Trip.com users from Cork to London in each month over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com data, the cheapest month to fly from Cork to London is March, with an average price of £58. The most expensive month is usually May, with average prices reaching £102.

£102
£80
£58
£36
    Cheapest
  • £97
    Aug
  • £73
    Sep
  • £90
    Oct
  • £67
    Nov
  • £92
    Dec
  • £65
    Jan
  • £90
    Feb
  • £58
    Mar
  • £68
    Apr
  • £102
    May
  • £71
    Jun
  • £77
    Jul

What is the cheapest month for return flights from Cork to London?

Average price of return flights from Cork to London purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months

Based on Trip.com's historical data, February is often the cheapest month for fly from Cork to London, with an average price of £86. July is usually the most expensive period, with prices averaging as high as £274.

£274
£180
£86
0
    Cheapest
  • £216
    Aug
  • £208
    Sep
  • £168
    Oct
  • £167
    Nov
  • £179
    Dec
  • £125
    Jan
  • £86
    Feb
  • £220
    Mar
  • £140
    Apr
  • £269
    May
  • £221
    Jun
  • £274
    Jul

During the Summer bank holiday, which day is cheapest to fly from Cork to London?

Data is based on the lowest one-way price from Cork to London during Summer bank holiday in the Trip.com database over the past three days.

Summer bank holiday is scheduled for Aug 31. The lowest flight fares from Cork to London are available on Sep 2, starting from £38.

£275
£157
£38
0
    Cheapest
  • £275
    27
    Aug
  • £65
    28
  • £79
    29
  • £84
    30
  • £86
    31
  • £65
    1
    Sep
  • £38
    2

Flight FAQs

  • Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Cork (ORK) to London (LON)?

    Based on Trip.com data, Ryanair offers one-way fares as low as £15 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. ORK to STN on Sat, Oct 10), while Ryanair offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from £29 departing on Tue, Sep 29 and returning on Tue, Sep 29.
  • At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Cork to London with the following airlines, including: Aer Lingus Ryanair British Airways Ryanair UK Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes about 1 hour 25 minutes to fly from Cork (ORK) to London (LON).
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Cork to London is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 84 flight per week flying from Cork to London. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: British Airways: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- BA5922 (16:07)
  • To find best deals on flights from Cork to London, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Sat, Oct 10, with one-way flights priced at just £15.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Ryanair.
    · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
    · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
    · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for London travel is around January.
    · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.
  • The cheapest months to fly from Cork to London is October, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our August flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Cork to London on August 30, 2026 with Ryanair, with prices starting at £15.
  • You can land at any one of the following hubs in London, with Cork Airport to Heathrow Airport (ORK-LHR) is by far the most common option on this route: London City Airport (LCY) London Gatwick Airport (LGW) Heathrow Airport (LHR) London Luton Airport (LTN) London Southend Airport (SEN) London Stansted Airport (STN).
  • The time difference between London and Cork is 0m.
  • Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Cork to London is £151. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Cork to London is £197. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.
  • Enter Cork and London, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveller details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.
  • Ryanair and Ryanair UKare the most popular budget airlines flying from Cork to London. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.

Flights Cork to London

If you are searching for cheap tickets for flights Cork to London, let Trip.com help with great deals, lower-priced flights, and any other travel needs. No matter your requirements, e.g. lowest fare, travel in a group, business class fares or only connecting flights, Trip.com is the search engine for you.

How to search for cheap flights Cork to London?

With prices going up everywhere, you may wonder if there are still cheaper tickets and great travel deals to be found. The answer is yes if you know the tricks to get lower-priced airfares. First, which flight search engine to use can make a huge difference. For example, Trip.com's price graph and track your preferred flight prices features can help you find cheaper fares much easier. When you travel matters greatly as prices in the low season are usually much more affordable than in the peak season. For flights Cork to London, the off-peak season is October, and the peak season is January.

About Airport

-Airports providing direct flights Cork to London

Departing from Cork, direct flights Cork to London leave from the only airport serving the area - Cork Airport (ORK).

-Airports in London

Arriving in London, direct flights Cork to London could land at 4 London airports - Gatwick Airport (LGW), Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London Stansted Airport (STN). Indirect flights Cork to London may also land at London City Airport (by airlines like Lufthansa, KLM and Swiss). 

-How to get to the airport in Cork? 

Situated only around 6.5 km or 4 miles from Cork city centre, passengers flying out of Cork Airport can get a transfer from the downtown area by various means. 

TransportationDurationPrice (one-way)
Taxi 15 minsApprox. €18
Bus Éireann (226)20 mins€3

The Bus Éireann service 226 is the most budget-friendly option for a transfer to Cork Airport. The bus leaves from Kent Station in Cork City and will arrive at the airport's bus and coach stop in 20 minutes, which under normal traffic conditions is only mildly slower than a taxi or private transfer.

-Airports and terminal information in Cork

Located approximately 6.5 km or 4 miles from the centre of Cork city, Cork Airport (ORK) is Ireland's second largest international airport. The ORK is a single terminal airport that handles domestic, international and seasonal charter flights. A wide range of amenities and services are available in the terminal, e.g. free Wi-Fi, ATM, currency exchange, gift shops, restaurants and cafes. Convenient transport link is also right at the doorstep, such as taxis located outside the main terminal, and the airport is a short walk from the Irish Railway System.

-How to get to downtown from airports in London?

Flying to London from Cork, passengers may land at 4 London airports. As they are located in different parts of London, it is advisable to double-check your arrival airport carefully before setting off. All 4 airports can be easily reached by taxi and local trains. In addition, most London airports have dedicated express trains into the city centre. For example, the Heathrow Express train to London Paddington in 15 minutes, Gatwick Express to London Victoria in 30 minutes) and Stansted Express train to London Liverpool Street in 47 minutes. London Luton airport requires a shuttle bus and train to reach London St. Pancras.

-Airport and terminal information in London

Heathrow Airport (LHR) is roughly 23 km or 14 miles west of London. It is the busiest airport in the U.K., with four terminals - Terminals 2, 3, 4 & 5. Terminal 3 is where London Underground and Heathrow Express trains are located. Gatwick Airport (LGW) has two terminals, North Terminal and South Terminal. Based around 47 km or 29 miles south of London, passengers will find a train station next to the LGW's South Terminal. London Luton Airport (LTN) and London Stansted Airport (STN) are two smaller airports that mainly operate flights from budget airlines. The LTN has one terminal, around 45 km (28 miles) northwest of central London, whereas the STN is the furthest away with one terminal. Despite its size, the STN handles flights to over 160 destinations across Europe, Asia and Africa.

About Airlines

-Which airlines providing the route?

Direct flights Cork to London is a popular route with several airlines operating multiple daily flights. Passengers can choose Aer Lingus, British Airways and Ryanair for direct flights. The most popular airline for this route is British Airways, which operates 4 to 5 non-stop flights from Cork to London daily. 

-Fastest direct flight

On average, 3 airlines offer 1 daily direct flights Cork to London at the fastest duration of 1 hour 15 minutes. Ryanair from ORK to London Luton Airport, Air Lingus and British Airways from ORK to London Heathrow. 

-Cheapest flight

According to Trip.com, the lowest price for flights Cork to London direct is £6, and flights Cork to London return can be purchased for as low as £19. 

-Flight duration and distance

The average flight time is 1 hour 20 minutes from Cork to London. The shortest duration is 1 hour 15 minutes, and the longest duration for direct flights Cork to London is 1 hour 25 minutes. 

-Earliest and latest flights

The earliest flight departs from Cork (ORK) at 07:15 and arrives in London (LHR) at 08:40. The latest flight departs from Cork (ORK) at 21:55 and arrives in London (LTN) at 23:10.

About London

-Tourist attractions in London

London is a historic city rich in art, culture, entertainment and thrills. If you are looking to tick off the most iconic London destinations, then make sure you pay a visit to the London Eye on the South Bank, Westminster Bridge, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament. For thrill-seekers or families, keep them busy in the London Zoo, Sea Life London Aquarium, Warner Bros. Studio Tour, London Transport Museum and Lee Valley VeloPark. For evening entertainment, watch a ballet or opera performance in the Royal Opera House; choose a musical or play in the Westend Theatre District; enjoy a night of jazz in Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club; or dance the night away in popular nightclubs like Fabric, Cargo and Ministry of Sound.

-Best time to visit London

While London has relatively mild winters and summers, the weather can be grey and rainy for much of the year. So, for the best temperature and most sunny days, plan your visit between June and August, when the temperature ranges from 13 to 30 degrees Celsius. March to May is also a great time to visit for pleasant weather and fewer crowds.

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Change & Cancellation Policy

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Voluntary cancellation/change:
To request a change or cancellation, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and flight segment, and submit your request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline's ticket policy.
Cancellation/change due to a flight schedule change:
If the flight schedule has changed and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please visit the customer support pages.