Cheap flights from Dresden to London
People take this route for business meetings, family visits or city breaks. All flights connect through another hub—there are no direct services. You will choose between several airlines when planning your journey from Dresden Airport to one of five London airports.
Prices found on this route
Lowest fare found per airline in recent searches — click to search that date on kissandfly.com
| Airline | Flight | Rating | Date | Price from | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Air BalticBT | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.7 | 14 Dec 2026 | from $254 | Search 14 Dec 2026 |
 Air DolomitiEN | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.9 | 16 Nov 2026 | from $278 | Search 16 Nov 2026 |
 LufthansaLH | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.4 | 16 Nov 2026 | from $278 | Search 16 Nov 2026 |
 Sun ExpressXQ | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.6 | 14 Nov 2026 | from $286 | Search 14 Nov 2026 |
 FLYONE5F | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.9 | 20 Dec 2026 | from $313 | Search 20 Dec 2026 |
 Lufthansa CitylineCL | with a stop | — | 17 Jan 2027 | from $343 | Search 17 Jan 2027 |
 EurowingsEW | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.0 | 16 Nov 2026 | from $349 | Search 16 Nov 2026 |
 SwissLX | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.4 | 16 Nov 2026 | from $549 | Search 16 Nov 2026 |
 Helvetic Airways2L | with a stop | — | 1 Nov 2026 | from $552 | Search 1 Nov 2026 |
 Lufthansa City AirlinesVL | with a stop | — | 31 Oct 2026 | from $703 | Search 31 Oct 2026 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 31 October 2026. Prices are converted to USD at an approximate rate; the exact price is shown on the booking site.
Price by month
Lowest fare found for each month in recent searches. Cheapest month: January — from $216.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | from $703 | 31 Oct 2026 | |
| November 2026 | from $349 | 16 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $241 | 19 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $216 | 6 Jan 2027 | |
| February 2027 | from $251 | 8 Feb 2027 | |
| March 2027 | from $251 | 15 Mar 2027 | |
| April 2027 | from $468 | 15 Apr 2027 | |
| May 2027 | from $396 | 6 May 2027 | |
| June 2027 | from $257 | 1 Jun 2027 | |
| July 2027 | from $487 | 27 Jul 2027 | |
| August 2027 | from $255 | 2 Aug 2027 | |
| September 2027 | from $553 | 2 Sept 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Dresden | Dresden DRS | 9 km |
| London | London City LCY | 13 km |
| London | Gatwick LGW | 40 km |
| London | Heathrow LHR | 24 km |
| London | Luton LTN | 44 km |
| London | Stansted STN | 49 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
April offers the lowest fares on this route. Winter brings shorter days and colder weather at the destination, while spring and summer provide longer daylight hours. Midweek departures tend to cost less than weekends. Book early for travel during school holidays or around Christmas when prices rise regardless of month.
Airlines and what to expect
Lufthansa operates as the primary full-service carrier with connections through Munich or Frankfurt. Eurowings provides budget options alongside other low-cost carriers like FLYONE and Air Baltic. Swiss and Helvetic Airways route passengers via their respective hubs. Lufthansa Cityline and Lufthansa City Airlines handle feeder traffic to main connections. Sun Express and Air Dolomiti add additional routing choices on this connecting-only service.
Arriving — London
Heathrow is the largest airport with longer transfer times and more crowded terminals. Gatwick sits closer to central London with quicker rail access. Luton and Stansted require coach or train journeys from their locations, which adds time to your arrival. London City Airport offers proximity but has limited flight options. Plan extra time for security queues during peak travel periods.
Before you go: United Kingdom
- Currency
- GBP (£)
- Power sockets
- Type G · 230 V
- Language
- English
- Emergency number
- 112, 999
- Calling code
- +44
- Internet domain
- .uk
- Population of London
- 8.8 M (2021)
- Time zone
- UTC+00 (Europe/London)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Verify passport validity meets United Kingdom entry requirements before booking.
- Check baggage allowances if selecting a low-cost carrier as fees vary widely.
- Confirm whether connecting flights appear on one ticket or require separate bookings.
- Review seasonal pricing differences between April fares and summer rates.
- Compare departure times across multiple airlines for the same travel date.
Frequently asked questions
Dresden – London: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for January 2027 — $216. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Dresden – London: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: Air Baltic, Air Dolomiti, Lufthansa, Sun Express, FLYONE, Lufthansa Cityline, Eurowings, Swiss, Helvetic Airways, Lufthansa City Airlines.
Dresden – London: are there direct flights?
Only connecting flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Dresden to London?
The distance is about 964 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 1 h 38 min. Only connecting flights were found recently; a stop adds a few hours.
Which airports serve Dresden – London?
Dresden: Dresden (DRS). London: London City (LCY), Gatwick (LGW), Heathrow (LHR), Luton (LTN), Stansted (STN).
What is the time difference between Dresden and London?
London is 1 h behind Dresden.