Flying from Dalaman Airport (DLM) to London: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Dalaman Airport to London and you'll be travelling for around 4 hours 5 minutes.
Dalaman Airport is located in Dalaman. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, London is three hours behind Dalaman.
The most popular route is from Dalaman Airport (DLM) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Take your pick of 28 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DLM to LGW is the 00:30 TUI service. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 23:30 with TUI.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your DLM to London flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
Book a direct Dalaman Airport to London ticket and travel without any interruptions. You can touch down at these London airports from DLM:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Stansted Airport (STN)
London Luton Airport (LTN)
London Southend Airport (SEN)
These are some of the popular carriers offering direct flights from Dalaman Airport to London:
We make it simple to book plane tickets from DLM to London with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
DLM is about 5 kms (3 miles) from central Dalaman. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Dalaman Airport to London? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near DLM:
Of the departures from Dalaman Airport, 75% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dalaman Airport (DLM) to London
£22 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dalaman Airport to London flight. A round-trip ticket right now is £51. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
To snag cheap flights from DLM to London, reserve your journey 11 months ahead of your departure date.
The best month for picking up cheap Dalaman Airport to London tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London takes about 45 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 24 kms (15 miles) away.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Dalaman Airport to London, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near LHR:
Booking your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week before your flight from DLM to London can help you get the lowest rate.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is around 48 kms (30 miles) from central London. Once you've disembarked your flight from Dalaman Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Following your DLM to London flight, rest your head at a hotel close to LGW. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from LGW three weeks in advance often means better prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
London Stansted Airport (STN) is about 56 kms (35 miles) from central London. It takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the city centre in a taxi or ride-share after your flight from Dalaman Airport to London.
The journey takes roughly 45 minutes using public transport.
If you don't want to make your way to the centre, find a hotel near STN. Make yourself comfortable at one of these stays after your DLM to London flight:
Plan ahead and put that extra money in your pocket. Book your ride from STN four weeks before your flight from Dalaman Airport to London for the best rates.
Best time to go to London
July is the most popular month for flights from Dalaman Airport to London. To skip the crowds, visit London in January.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Book your Dalaman Airport to London plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DLM to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about London
Once you've booked your flight from Dalaman Airport to London, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring London:
Westminster Abbey and The British Museum are just two of the big attractions to add to your London to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom waiting to be explored. Around 257 kms (160 miles) northwest of London, a trip to Manchester will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Around 161 kms (100 miles) northwest of London, Birmingham is another favourite stop in the United Kingdom. No visit is complete without checking out Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.