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£418+ Cheap flights to East London

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 22/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— ELS
24 Aug — 31 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to East London in 2026

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Cheapest flights to East London
Explore the most affordable flight options available to East London. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 25 July 2026.

Tue 8/918:30
LHR
-
ELS
2 stops16h 30m
Lufthansa
Tue 15/912:35
ELS
-
LHR
2 stops35h 05m
Lufthansa
Deal found 24/7£671
Mon 7/920:25
LHR
-
ELS
2 stops38h 35m
Lufthansa
Wed 7/1012:35
ELS
-
LHR
2 stops20h 05m
Lufthansa
Deal found 21/7£692
Mon 31/815:20
LHR
-
ELS
2 stops27h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/912:35
ELS
-
LHR
2 stops30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7£746
Fri 18/918:25
LHR
-
ELS
2 stops19h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 27/909:45
ELS
-
LHR
2 stops31h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7£753
Mon 2/1106:30
LHR
-
ELS
2 stops30h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 1/213:40
ELS
-
LHR
2 stops26h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/7£762
Mon 7/919:00
LCY
-
ELS
2 stops40h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/1012:40
ELS
-
LCY
2 stops29h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/7£781
Fri 4/916:25
LHR
-
ELS
2 stops18h 35m
Lufthansa
Fri 11/912:35
ELS
-
LHR
2 stops44h 40m
Lufthansa
Deal found 21/7£790
Tue 8/912:00
LHR
-
ELS
3 stops24h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 15/909:30
ELS
-
LHR
2 stops24h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7£791
Fri 21/806:40
LHR
-
ELS
3 stops31h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 28/812:00
ELS
-
LHR
3 stops44h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7£839
Tue 8/918:30
LCY
-
ELS
2 stops17h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 15/913:40
ELS
-
LCY
2 stops20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7£853
Sun 1/1118:55
LCY
-
ELS
2 stops39h 05m
KLM
Mon 1/212:35
ELS
-
LCY
2 stops30h 00m
KLM
Deal found 20/7£918
Thu 13/810:00
LCY
-
ELS
2 stops49h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 13/908:50
ELS
-
LCY
2 stops48h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/7£919

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Find the latest flights to East London in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches and data was last updated on 25 July 2026.

Return from

£671

One-way from

£418
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 8/9-15/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 51h 35m total
  • London to East London
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22/8
  • 22/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 38h 55m total
  • London to East London
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Cheapest return flight

LondonEast London

LHR - ELS

LHRELS

London Heathrow

Tue 8/9

18:30-12:00

2 stops16h 30m

East London

Tue 15/9

12:35-22:40

2 stops35h 05m

£671

LondonEast London

LHR - ELS

LHRELS

London Heathrow

Mon 7/9

20:25-12:00

2 stops38h 35m

East London

Wed 7/10

12:35-07:40

2 stops20h 05m

£692

LondonEast London

LHR - ELS

LHRELS

London Heathrow

Thu 13/8

06:30-13:05

2 stops29h 35m

East London

Sun 13/9

09:45-06:30

1 stop21h 45m

£841

LondonEast London

LHR - ELS

LHRELS

London Heathrow

Tue 1/12

17:25-19:30

2 stops24h 05m

East London

Sat 12/12

07:30-15:30

2 stops34h 00m

£842

LondonEast London

LCY - ELS

LCYELS

London City

Tue 8/9

18:30-13:05

2 stops17h 35m

East London

Tue 15/9

13:40-08:40

2 stops20h 00m

£853
Fastest return journey

LondonEast London

LHR - ELS

LHRELS

London Heathrow

Tue 8/9

20:50-13:05

1 stop15h 15m

East London

Tue 15/9

16:00-06:30

1 stop15h 30m

£874

LondonEast London

LHR - ELS

LHRELS

London Heathrow

Sun 1/11

20:25-12:00

2 stops37h 35m

East London

Tue 2/2

12:35-16:05

2 stops29h 30m

£903

LondonEast London

LHR - ELS

LHRELS

London Heathrow

Mon 2/11

06:30-12:00

2 stops27h 30m

East London

Sun 31/1

12:35-07:55

2 stops21h 20m

£904

LondonEast London

LCY - ELS

LCYELS

London City

Thu 13/8

10:00-12:00

2 stops49h 00m

East London

Sun 13/9

08:50-07:55

2 stops48h 05m

£919

LondonEast London

LCY - ELS

LCYELS

London City

Fri 18/9

09:20-08:15

2 stops45h 55m

East London

Sun 27/9

08:50-07:55

2 stops48h 05m

£921

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Everything you need to know about your flight to East London

How long is the flight to East London?

On average, a flight from London to East London takes 16 hours 15 minutes. Flights to East London from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to East London?

The most popular airlines flying from London to East London are Lufthansa and British Airways.

Lufthansa
Lufthansa
From £606
British Airways
British Airways
From £1,314

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to East London?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to East London are Lufthansa and British Airways.

Rainfall in East London by month

Plan your trip to East London by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in East London ranges from 30.0 - 90.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 90.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit East London when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in East London by month

Plan your trip to East London by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to East London, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 15.0 C).

FAQs about flying to East London

Getting around East London

There is no organised public transport system in East London, so car hire is the most practical and convenient choice for visitors wanting to explore. Car hire firms have offices at the airport and in town. Otherwise, taxis are not too expensive and can be pre-booked.

Visitors should take the usual safety precautions when out and about, especially at night, and seek local advice where necessary. Always follow local guidance concerning currents and tides when it comes to beach safety. 

  • When is the best time to fly to East London?

    East London is a great place to visit at any time of year although the very humid climate means it is never completely dry. Humidity levels reach over 80% between November and March. The least humid time to visit when the rainfalls are at their lower levels is in June and July which are also the coolest months.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to East London?

    Booking a flight to East London (ELS) is your only option if you intend on flying to East London. It is only a 5.1 mi journey from East London to East London’s city center.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to East London if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to East London on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to East London?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Lufthansa is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to East London.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in East London?

    East London is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in East London. One-way flights to East London typically cost £43, while return flights cost around £89.

  • How much is a return flight to East London?

    A return flight to East London will typically cost around £117, however they can be found for as little as £89.

  • Where does the fastest flight to East London depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to East London, London offers the quickest one-way flight (16 hours 0 minutes).

  • Does East London have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at East London can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to East London?

    Yes. East London has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Ground X Hotel is the closest property to East London (1.0 mi away from East London).

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