Flying from London to Inverness Airport (INV): What you need to know
Start your journey at one of London's main airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Explore your options for booking a flight from London to Inverness Airport (INV) jetting off from either of these.
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct London to Inverness Airport flight.
Inverness's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as London. Inverness Airport is located in Inverness.
With 12 direct flights a week between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Inverness Airport (INV) is the busiest route. British Airways operates the earliest flight at 6:15am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight from LHR to INV is with British Airways at 6:35pm.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from London to INV.
During high season, expect longer queues and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can take a direct flight from London to Inverness Airport (INV) departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
You can travel on a direct flight from London to Inverness Airport with British Airways. This top airline operates departures from LHR.
British Airways is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from LHR to INV.
British Airways leads the way in punctuality. A reliable 81.08% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
The journey from central London to LHR takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Inverness Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Consider starting your journey from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). You can book a direct London to Inverness Airport (INV) plane ticket from this hub.
easyJet has direct flights from London to INV out of LGW. Book your favourite window seat and arrive at your destination in a single hop.
easyJet takes the lead in bookings on the LGW to INV route.
You can get to LGW from the centre of London in approximately 1 hour 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your London to INV flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
69.26% of all departures from London Gatwick Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Stansted Airport (STN)
The trip to STN from the centre of London is around 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your London to Inverness Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Stansted Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're jetting off early:
Flights departing from STN arrive at their final stop within the expected time frame 64.73% of the time.
About Inverness Airport (INV)
Have a late flight from London to Inverness Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near INV and turn in quicker:
Pick up an Inverness Airport rental car and discover Inverness and beyond with your own set of wheels. Keddy By Europcar, Budget and Europcar are top outlets you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around one week ahead of your London to Inverness Airport flight.
Getting from Inverness Airport (INV) to central Inverness
Inverness Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from central Inverness. How long it takes to get there by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Inverness Airport (INV)
At the moment, RM110 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Inverness Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM189. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book five months before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from London to INV.
October is when you're most likely to find a bargain on a London to Inverness Airport ticket. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from London to Inverness Airport (INV)
April is the quietest month for flights from London to Inverness Airport (INV), while June is the busiest. Work out the best time to go to Inverness based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Inverness is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Lock in your London to INV plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from London to Inverness Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Inverness
Start your Inverness trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Inverness Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. The Highland Military Tattoo, NC500 Route start/finish and Lochness-tours.com are must-do's during your Inverness adventure.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Inverness is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom just waiting to be discovered. About 193 kilometres south of Inverness, a trip to Glasgow will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Hogmanay, Glasgow West End and Glasgow Cathedral.
Edinburgh is another favourite destination in the United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres south of Inverness. No trip is complete without experiencing Edinburgh Castle, Crown Jewels and Шотландия.