Direct (nonstop) flights from Cork to London

1 airline flys nonstop from Cork (ORK) to Heathrow (LHR). It's 346 miles (557 km), about 1h 18m in the air. Operated by Aer Lingus.

ORK
Cork
🇮🇪 Cork, Ireland
LHR
Heathrow
🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom
Flight Time
1h 18m
Distance
346 mi
557 km
CO₂/pax
64 kg
−41 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Aer Lingus
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Aer Lingus Aer Lingus

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Aer Lingus EI Aer Lingus
Route
ORK → LHR
Flight Time
1h 18m
Distance
346 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Cork to London with one stop · direct emits 64 kg CO₂ per passenger

ORK MAN (Manchester) LHR
Leg 1: 1h 15m (281 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (152 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 105 kg CO₂ (+64% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORK → MAN
1h 15m · 281 mi
View ORK to MAN flights →
Leg 2
MAN → LHR
1h 10m · 152 mi
View MAN to LHR flights →
ORK EDI (Edinburgh) LHR
Leg 1: 1h 20m (352 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (332 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 151 kg CO₂ (+136% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORK → EDI
1h 20m · 352 mi
View ORK to EDI flights →
Leg 2
EDI → LHR
1h 35m · 332 mi
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ORK GLA (Glasgow) LHR
Leg 1: 1h 35m (323 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (345 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 149 kg CO₂ (+133% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORK → GLA
1h 35m · 323 mi
View ORK to GLA flights →
Leg 2
GLA → LHR
1h 30m · 345 mi
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ORK AMS (Amsterdam) LHR
Leg 1: 1h 45m (564 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (231 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 172 kg CO₂ (+169% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORK → AMS
1h 45m · 564 mi
View ORK to AMS flights →
Leg 2
AMS → LHR
1h 25m · 231 mi
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ORK CDG (Paris) LHR
Leg 1: 1h 45m (526 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (216 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 162 kg CO₂ (+153% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORK → CDG
1h 45m · 526 mi
View ORK to CDG flights →
Leg 2
CDG → LHR
1h 25m · 216 mi
View CDG to LHR flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Cork to London?

A nonstop flight from Cork (ORK) to London (LHR) takes approximately 1 hours and 18 minutes. The distance is 346 miles (557 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Cork to London?

Just Aer Lingus.

Is there a nonstop flight from Cork to London?

Yes. 1 airline: Aer Lingus.

How far is Cork from London?

The flight distance from Cork to London is 346 miles (557 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Cork to London?

At 1h 18m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Ireland to United Kingdom?

Depends on your passport. Check with the United Kingdom embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Cork to London?

Roughly 64 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 320 km.

Is the return flight from London to Cork also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cork to London?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Cork for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.