Popular in | July | High demand for flights, 10% potential price rise |
Cheapest in | October | Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop |
Average price | £124 | Average for round-trip flights in April 2021 |
Round-trip from | £76 | From London to Newquay |
Yes, there are currently restrictions on flights to Cornwall along with the rest of United Kingdom. Before you book or search for flights, consider the following restrictions: The United Kingdom has not implemented any entry restrictions, but is monitoring direct flights into the country from certain areas. Several airports have suspended certain services, closed terminals, and reduced transportation schedules, so check the details of the specific airport in advance. Additionally, many airlines have grounded their planes. The United Kingdom has announced a mandatory 14-day quarantine for all travelers will be in effect starting on 8 June. Freight workers, medical professionals traveling to help with the fight against coronavirus, and travelers arriving from Ireland, the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man are exempt from the quarantine requirement.. If you are looking to book a trip to Cornwall and are outside of the restricted areas, please take the proper precautions and stay informed about travelling during COVID-19.
LON - NQY Price
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£96 - £145
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NQY Temperature
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9 - 19 °C
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NQY Rainfall
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63 - 115 mm
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Flight times to Cornwall, UK from Manchester Airport (MAN), London Gatwick Airport (LGW), and Edinburgh Airport (EDI) can average between 1h-25h. The fastest one-stop flight and the shortest arrival time is through Edinburgh Airport at around 3h 35m. Gatwick Airport quickest one-stop flight is about 3h 40m with Manchester Airport being close to 4h 25m. Do note that some flights may have a longer layover with a flight time to your destination that can be up to 44h.
You can catch a direct flight to Cornwall through Manchester Airport (MAN), London Heathrow Airport (LHR), and Birmingham Airport (BHX). Flybe Airlines can take you non-stop to the city without dealing with any layovers along the way. The direct flights offer you the fastest time to Cornwall at around 1h.
Cornwall Airport Newquay has Coastline Travel as its official taxi provider. You can book the service beforehand to avoid delays, and receive a discount, or at their desk located in the arrivals hall once you’ve landed. The A5 Atlantic Coaster’s bus stop can be found between the west car park and terminal. It will give you a scenic 24-minute ride to the Porth Four Turns bus stop where you can hop on Bus #91/93 to continue your journey. You can also take the A5 Atlantic Coaster to Tolcarne Beach stop and catch the #85 Truro Bus. There’s even the Newquay train station closeby. If you want to bike to the centre, Go ByCycle lets you rent what you need and will bring it to the airport, as well as transport your luggage. You can rent a vehicle from Hertz and Europcar. Cornwall also has a ridesharing option called Liftshare in which drivers and passengers share the travel costs.
While in Cornwall, you can explore some of the historic landmarks like the Lost Gardens of Heligan, Tintagel Castle, Land’s End, and St. Michael’s Mount. Flambards Amusement Park in Helston offers family fun with rides and indoor attractions. You can take a trip 30 miles off the Cornish coast to Tresco Island of the Isles of Sicily to enjoy the tropical gardens, sandy beaches, and clear water. Go back in time and ride a steam-powered locomotive on the Bodmin & Wenford Railway. You can even go cliff walking, play watersports, and take flying lessons while in Cornwall.
UK citizens and EU nationals flying within the UK and Northern Ireland do not need a passport, but having a photo ID like a driver’s license on hand is recommended during your travels. EU and UK citizens also can travel freely without a visa in the UK. Nationals of other countries will require a passport to fly around the UK, but they do not require a visa for a holiday stay of up to 90 days.