Flying from Cork Airport (ORK) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Cork Airport to London Heathrow Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
Cork and London are in the UTC+0 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Flights from ORK to LHR start from 07:20 — the first with Aer Lingus. The latest departure is at 20:30 with Aer Lingus. Overall, you can choose from 40 weekly Cork Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights.
Your ORK to LHR flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Travelling to London (and then exploring more of United Kingdom!) is a snap with Aer Lingus. This popular airline has direct flights from Cork Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Aer Lingus on this route.
Among carriers operating ORK to LHR flights, Aer Lingus has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cork Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between ORK and LHR:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Edinburgh Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cork Airport (ORK) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
At the moment, £46 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cork Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £94. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To secure cheap tickets from ORK to LHR, reserve your trip six months ahead of your planned departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Cork Airport to London Heathrow Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Cork Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
Handy information about Cork Airport (ORK)
Of the flights that depart from Cork Airport, 70.51% land on time at their destination.
To reach Cork Airport from central Cork, it takes about 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 5 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near ORK. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Cork Airport to London Heathrow Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Book a hotel near LHR if you have a late Cork Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a London Heathrow Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are popular outlets you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport around one week ahead.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
From London Heathrow Airport, London is approximately 19 miles away. It takes around 55 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The quietest month for a flight from Cork Airport to London Heathrow Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit London based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Cork Airport to London Heathrow Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ORK to LHR sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be explored after you've seen London. Around 100 miles away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in United Kingdom, head for Bristol, roughly 110 miles west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are among the biggest draws.
