Travelling from London to Inverness Airport (INV): what you need to know
Your next great adventure starts at one of London's main airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Explore the options for booking a flight from London to Inverness Airport (INV) taking off from either of these bases.
The average time for a direct flight from London to Inverness Airport is 1 hour 37 minutes.
London and Inverness (where Inverness Airport is located) share the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
With 35 direct flights a week between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Inverness Airport (INV) is the most popular route. EasyJet operates the earliest flight at 06:20. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the last flight from LHR to INV is with British Airways at 19:20.
Your flight from London to INV won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can book a direct flight from London to Inverness Airport (INV) out of London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
You can lock in a direct flight from London to Inverness Airport with British Airways. This popular airline operates services from LHR.
The distance from central London to LHR is around 31 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.
Catching an early flight from London to Inverness Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near London Heathrow Airport:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Looking for other options for a direct flight from London to Inverness Airport (INV)? Browse the fares leaving from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
When jetting off from LGW, you can pick from a variety of airlines that have direct flights from London to INV. Cruise at 30,000 feet with these leading carriers:
You can get to LGW from central London in approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes to travel the 80 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from London to INV, chill out in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
About Inverness Airport (INV)
If you have a late flight from London to Inverness Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near INV:
Getting from Inverness Airport (INV) to central Inverness
Inverness Airport to central Inverness takes about 20 minutes by car. It's approximately 16 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
It takes roughly 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Inverness Airport (INV)
28 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Inverness Airport. Return flights start from 44 €. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
You're more likely to find cheap tickets from London to INV if you book 4 months ahead. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares for this route tend to be at their lowest.
Schedule your trip for January. That's the cheapest month for tickets from London to Inverness Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from London to Inverness Airport (INV)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from London to Inverness Airport. June is the busiest month for a trip to Inverness. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
The warmest month in Inverness is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC and 21ºC. Book your flights from London to INV in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Travel in January if you want cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between -1ºC and 7ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from London to Inverness Airport.
More about Inverness
Start your Inverness trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Inverness Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Inverness Castle, Culloden Battlefield and River Ness are attractions you won't want to skip in Inverness.
Complete your Inverness trip with a car rental
Get behind the wheel of one of our car rentals in Inverness and see the city at your own pace. Easily compare rates from trusted rental companies in one place after booking your hotel and cheap flights from London to Inverness Airport.