Travelling from London to Dalaman Airport (DLM): what you need to know
When organising a flight from London to Dalaman Airport (DLM), you'll have a good range of airports to jet out of. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Expect to be in the air for 4 hours 10 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from London to Dalaman Airport.
Dalaman Airport is located in Dalaman. The city operates in the UTC+3 timezone and is 3 hours ahead of London.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Dalaman Airport (DLM) is the most popular route. There are 23 direct departures a week to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, hop on the last flight with easyJet at 21:55. Go for the first LHR to DLM departure with British Airways at 06:15 if you want to get going earlier.
To ensure you get on your flight from London to DLM, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a popular month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Get to your destination in one go from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Direct flights from London to Dalaman Airport (DLM) are available from here.
You'll find a direct flight from London to Dalaman Airport with British Airways. This popular airline operates departures from LHR.
We make it a cinch to find a flight from London to DLM with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between LHR and DLM include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
From the centre of London, LHR is approximately 31 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from London to Dalaman Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Searching for other options for a direct flight from London to Dalaman Airport (DLM)? Browse the fares leaving from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
There are numerous airlines that operate direct flights from London to DLM. Compare your options below to find out which carrier best fits your trip plans leaving from LGW:
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from London to Dalaman Airport, here's where you can stop when setting off from London Gatwick Airport:
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
LGW is about 80 kilometres from central London. It'll take you 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to DLM:
About Dalaman Airport (DLM)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London to Dalaman Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DLM instead:
Getting from Dalaman Airport (DLM) to central Dalaman
Dalaman Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Dalaman. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 6 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Dalaman Airport (DLM)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London to Dalaman Airport is ر.ق. 99. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 242. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 7 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from London to DLM.
To snag the best deal on your tickets from London to Dalaman Airport, plan your trip for April (it has the cheapest flights). Travel dates flexible? Use the 'Whole month' function to zero in on the most affordable day to fly.
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Personalise your trip using filters. Choose the number of stops, total duration, and departure and arrival times to find the ideal flight from London to Dalaman Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' options first.
The best time to fly from London to Dalaman Airport (DLM)
August is the busiest month for flights from London to Dalaman Airport. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Dalaman in February when it's quieter.
Book your flight from London to DLM for July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Dalaman to range from 22ºC to 35ºC.
Travel in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Temperatures average between 5ºC and 16ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from London to Dalaman Airport.
More about Dalaman
After booking your flight from London to Dalaman Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Dalaman:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Dalaman Thermal Spa, ZÜLAL PARK and Cleopatra's Baths are essential stops on your Dalaman itinerary.
Complete your Dalaman trip with a car rental
Get behind the wheel of one of our car rentals in Dalaman and see the sights at your own pace. Easily compare rates from trusted rental companies in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from London to Dalaman Airport.
