Cheap flights from London to Newcastle from £39

How long is the London flight to Newcastle?

The typical flight duration from London to Newcastle is one hour and 15 minutes.

How early should I arrive at the airport?

Airlines recommend turning up at least two hours before your planned departure time.

What are the most important things to pack in my suitcase when travelling to Newcastle?

Newcastle is a vibrant city, so don't forget to pack your best going-out clothes, as well as something to wrap up in if it gets cold.

One UK air operator provides airfares for direct connections between London and Newcastle:

• British Airways, the longest-established airline in the UK.

Holidays in Newcastle with low airfares can be booked simply and easily using eDreams' powerful search engine. Check out the last-minute city breaks deals at the bottom of the web page for the two cities, or enter your preferred dates to find the best domestic flights for you. When you have done so, the site will search for all of the lowest prices on the internet for you, and in a single session, provide you with cheap flight details for all of the relevant airline names. It will also show you the airport names which you can fly from and to. If you are looking for the cheapest time to go in the morning, then use the departure time slider control to filter for early services only. You can also apply filters to look solely at direct flights, if you prefer, or browse all of the generated results. It only takes a few moments to see all of the best airfares and ticket pricing, so you will be heading for the departures area sooner than you think!

In August, the city's restaurateurs organise a series of promotions in what is known as Restaurant Week. Visitors can enjoy some top-notch dining for a fraction of the usual price. The weather is usually good at this time of year, as well.

In December, visitors can participate in the fun at one of the city's burgeoning Christmas-themed markets. The International Christmas Market is held near to Grey’s Monument, off Grainger Street. The Quayside Sunday Market, which is held throughout the year, also has a festive feel at this time of the year.

Useful information about Heathrow Airport

Heathrow is the busiest UK airport, with no less than five passenger terminals providing flight paths to destinations all over the globe.

How to get to the airport:

• By train – 35 minutes from Paddington Station for £25.
• By London Underground – runs 24-hours on the Piccadilly line for £6.

Services: open 24/7, free Wi-Fi, marked smoking areas outside only, restaurants, fast food outlets and shops in the terminal buildings.

Useful information about Newcastle International Airport

Newcastle International Airport is about seven miles from the centre of the city.

How to get to the city centre from the airport:

• By Metro light rail – at 25 minutes, services run every 12 minutes for £3.30.
• By taxi – trips take about 20 minutes for £15 - £18.
• By bus - X77, X78 or X79, £1.

Services: open 24 hours, free Wi-Fi (fast service charged for), outdoor smoking shelters, several cafes, restaurants and bars.

• Take an organised tour around the city. Walking tours are a popular way of discovering all that the city has to offer, and there are some spooky ones to sign up for if you think you can handle it!
• Discover the heritage of Newcastle. Sites such as the Victorian Tunnel, the Guildhall and Grainger Town all offer something different but each provides a fascinating insight into the city's past.
• Visit a museum. There are several noteworthy galleries and museums in Newcastle just waiting to be explored. Highlights include the Biscuit Factory, Seven Stories and Newcastle Castle, to name but three.
• Enjoy a show. There are some high-quality theatres in Newcastle, with the City Hall and the Theatre Royal being the best-known venues. Smaller theatrical productions and stand-up comedy can be enjoyed at the Cumberland Arms.
• If you are into football, you could see if a stadium tour of Newcastle United F.C. is running during the time you will be in the city. It is the first stadium tour in the country that offers a virtual assistant on top of audiovisual effects. The stadium has been home to the team since 1892.