Flying from London to East Midlands Airport (EMA): what you need to know
All great adventures start 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 East Midlands Airport (EMA) jetting off from either of these.
Nottingham (where East Midlands Airport is located) and London share the UTC+0 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
Leave enough time to make your flight from London to EMA. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
LHR is roughly 31 kilometres from the centre of London. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will show you the best route and available public transport options.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you have an early flight from London to East Midlands Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can arrive at LGW from the centre of London in approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from London to EMA, kick back in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
About East Midlands Airport (EMA)
If you have a late flight from London to East Midlands Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near EMA:
Getting from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to central Nottingham
East Midlands Airport to the centre of Nottingham is about 27 minutes in a car. It's approximately 23 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
It'll take around 52 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to East Midlands Airport (EMA)
ر.ق. 268 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to East Midlands Airport. Return flights start from ر.ق. 543. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from London to EMA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your ticket from London to East Midlands Airport.
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The best time to fly from London to East Midlands Airport (EMA)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from London to East Midlands Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Nottingham. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from London to EMA, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Nottingham, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC to 24ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap flights from London to East Midlands Airport sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Nottingham
After locking in your flight from London to East Midlands Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Nottingham:
One of the best ways to experience Nottingham is to check out its popular attractions. Highlights include Wollaton Hall and Park, City of Caves and Old Market Square.
Complete your Nottingham trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from London to East Midlands Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Nottingham. Browse the offers and instantly compare your options on pick-up convenience, price, and more.
