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Cheap flights from London to Sao Tome

Sao Tome sits at the edge of the Gulf of Guinea, far from most European capitals. Cheap flights from London to Sao Tome require a connection through Lisbon or Addis Ababa since there are no direct services on this route. The journey takes several hours with one stopover before reaching the capital airport.

Cheapest monthOctober
Airlines3
Direct flightswith a stop
Distance5,722 km
Direct flight time *7 h 26 min
Updated 22 Oct 2026

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Prices found on this route

Lowest fare found per airline in recent searches — click to search that date on kissandfly.com

AirlineFlightRatingDatePrice fromSearch
TAP PortugalTAP PortugalTPwith a stop★★★★★ 4.017 Apr 2027from $1,067Search 17 Apr 2027
Ethiopian AirlinesEthiopian AirlinesETwith a stop★★★★★ 4.03 Nov 2026from $1,192Search 3 Nov 2026
LufthansaLufthansaLHwith a stop★★★★★ 4.412 Nov 2026from $1,414Search 12 Nov 2026

Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 22 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: October — from $1,014.

MonthPrice fromDate
October 2026from $1,01430 Oct 2026
November 2026from $1,41412 Nov 2026
December 2026from $2,59022 Dec 2026
January 2027from $1,41714 Jan 2027
February 2027from $1,3876 Feb 2027
April 2027from $1,06717 Apr 2027

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Airports on this route

Distances are straight-line from the city centre

CityAirportTo centre
LondonLondon City LCY13 km
LondonGatwick LGW40 km
LondonHeathrow LHR24 km
LondonLuton LTN44 km
LondonStansted STN49 km
SaoTomeSao Tome TMS0 km

Route on the map

LondonSaoTome5,722 km
London – SaoTome: 5,722 km in a straight line; São Tomé and Príncipe is highlighted. Land outlines: Natural Earth.

When to fly

October brings steady weather and moderate daylight to São Tomé and Príncipe, making it the cheapest month for airfare on this route. November through February follow with similar conditions but higher prices as European winter holidays approach. April sees a return to lower fares before summer demand builds again. Weekday departures typically cost less than weekend flights regardless of season.

Airlines and what to expect

TAP Portugal, Ethiopian Airlines and Lufthansa operate connections on this route through their respective hubs. Each full-service carrier includes checked baggage in most economy fares, though weight limits vary by destination. Extra seat selection and priority boarding usually cost additional fees regardless of which airline you choose.

Arriving — SaoTome

Sao Tome Airport receives all arriving flights on this route, positioned just outside the capital city centre. Taxis and hotel shuttles provide ground transport into town from the terminal. Allow extra time if your connection arrives late or requires customs clearance at a hub airport before continuing to São Tomé.

Before you go: São Tomé and Príncipe

Currency
STN (Db)
Power sockets
Type C, F · 220 V
Language
Portuguese
Emergency number
112
Driving side
right
Calling code
+239
Internet domain
.st
Population of SaoTome
65 k (2010)
Time zone
UTC+00 (Africa/Sao_Tome)

Country facts: Wikidata

Check before you book

  • Confirm which London airport serves your departure when choosing between City, Gatwick, Heathrow, Luton or Stansted
  • Verify baggage allowance included in your fare before adding any extras at checkout
  • Check whether your connecting flight is on the same ticket to avoid rebooking if delayed
  • Ensure your passport remains valid for the duration of your stay in São Tomé and Príncipe
  • Compare prices across multiple months since October offers the lowest fares while others cost more

Frequently asked questions

London – SaoTome: when is it cheapest to fly?

The lowest price in recent searches was found for October 2026 — $1,014. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.

London – SaoTome: which airlines fly this route?

Airlines with offers on this route: TAP Portugal, Ethiopian Airlines, Lufthansa.

London – SaoTome: are there direct flights?

Only connecting flights were available in recent searches.

How long is the flight from London to SaoTome?

The distance is about 5,722 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 7 h 26 min. Only connecting flights were found recently; a stop adds a few hours.

Which airports serve London – SaoTome?

London: London City (LCY), Gatwick (LGW), Heathrow (LHR), Luton (LTN), Stansted (STN). SaoTome: Sao Tome (TMS).

What is the time difference between London and SaoTome?

SaoTome is in the same time zone as London.

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London: flights from the city

SaoTome — flights from other cities

FromAirlineFlightDatePrice from
WarsawTAP Portugalwith a stop15 Jan 2027from $1,360
LondonLufthansawith a stop12 Nov 2026from $1,414
Search on kissandfly.com · $1,067