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Cheapest return flight
£701
Typical prices: £778-£1,122
Royal Air Maroc
Sun 4/2Wed 14/2
LHR - FNA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£304
Typical prices: £447-£644
Multiple Airlines
Sun 21/1
LGW - FNA • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between London and Freetown. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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LCY - FNA
Cheapest • 15% average savings
LHR - FNA
Most popular
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When to book
17 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 21% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 19% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg £908 (return)
Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN)
Shortest trip • 11h 04m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from London to Freetown (LON-FNA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from London to Freetown

Thu, 4 Feb - Sun, 14 Feb
Royal Air Maroc Logo
17:10 - 04:20LHR  London Heathrow-FNA Freetown Lungi Intl
11h 10m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
Royal Air Maroc Logo
05:20 - 15:50FNA  Freetown Lungi Intl-LHR London Heathrow
10h 30m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
£701Royal Air Maroc
Thu, 21 Jan - Wed, 17 Feb
Royal Air Maroc Logo
17:10 - 04:20LHR  London Heathrow-FNA Freetown Lungi Intl
11h 10m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
Royal Air Maroc Logo
05:20 - 15:50FNA  Freetown Lungi Intl-LHR London Heathrow
10h 30m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
£708Royal Air Maroc
Sun, 22 Nov - Mon, 22 Feb
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 - 16:45LGW  London Gatwick-FNA Freetown Lungi Intl
30h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Monrovia Roberts Intl
Ethiopian Air Logo
09:00 - 05:40FNA  Freetown Lungi Intl-LGW London Gatwick
20h 40m2 stops Monrovia Roberts Intl Addis Ababa Bole
£742Ethiopian Air
Mon, 8 Feb - Mon, 22 Feb
SWISS Logo
20:05 - 18:40LHR  London Heathrow-FNA Freetown Lungi Intl
22h 35m2 stops Zurich Brussels Bruxelles-National
SWISS Logo
19:45 - 11:15FNA  Freetown Lungi Intl-LHR London Heathrow
15h 30m3 stops Conakry Brussels Bruxelles-National Zurich
£757SWISS
Tue, 10 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 - 16:45LGW  London Gatwick-FNA Freetown Lungi Intl
30h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Monrovia Roberts Intl
Ethiopian Air Logo
09:00 - 05:40FNA  Freetown Lungi Intl-LGW London Gatwick
20h 40m2 stops Monrovia Roberts Intl Addis Ababa Bole
£762Ethiopian Air
Sun, 31 Jan - Tue, 25 May
SWISS Logo
20:05 - 18:25LHR  London Heathrow-FNA Freetown Lungi Intl
22h 20m2 stops Zurich Brussels Bruxelles-National
SWISS Logo
19:00 - 13:00FNA  Freetown Lungi Intl-LHR London Heathrow
17h 00m3 stops Monrovia Roberts Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National Zurich
£763SWISS
Thu, 18 Feb - Mon, 1 Mar
Brussels Airlines Logo
11:05 - 18:40LHR  London Heathrow-FNA Freetown Lungi Intl
31h 35m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
Brussels Airlines Logo
19:45 - 21:20FNA  Freetown Lungi Intl-LHR London Heathrow
25h 35m2 stops Conakry Brussels Bruxelles-National
£786Brussels Airlines
Sun, 31 Jan - Tue, 25 May
Brussels Airlines Logo
06:50 - 18:40LHR  London Heathrow-FNA Freetown Lungi Intl
11h 50m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
Brussels Airlines Logo
19:00 - 10:15FNA  Freetown Lungi Intl-LHR London Heathrow
14h 15m2 stops Monrovia Roberts Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National
£790Brussels Airlines
Thu, 4 Feb - Fri, 26 Feb
Kenya Airways Logo
17:25 - 17:30LHR  London Heathrow-FNA Freetown Lungi Intl
24h 05m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Accra Kotoka
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18:30 - 15:30FNA  Freetown Lungi Intl-LHR London Heathrow
21h 00m2 stops Accra Kotoka Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
£974Kenya Airways
Thu, 4 Feb - Fri, 26 Feb
Kenya Airways Logo
17:25 - 17:30LHR  London Heathrow-FNA Freetown Lungi Intl
24h 05m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Accra Kotoka
Kenya Airways Logo
18:30 - 15:30FNA  Freetown Lungi Intl-LHR London Heathrow
21h 00m2 stops Accra Kotoka Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
£977Kenya Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for London to Freetown flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from London to Freetown?

Return flights from London to Freetown typically range from £778 to £1,122. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £701 on Royal Air Maroc.

What is the cheapest London to Freetown flight route?

London City Airport (LCY) to Freetown (FNA) is the cheapest London to Freetown route, averaging £856 return. Other London to Freetown routes average £1,032, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to Freetown?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to Freetown. It's 7% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Freetown?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from London to Freetown at £750 return.
•December (£1,107) and August (£1,066) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 47% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from London to Freetown the cheapest?

Flights from London to Freetown are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 21% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for London to Freetown flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

£304
Beat the crowds with an average 60% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 95% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from London Gatwick Airport to Freetown

When to book flights from London to Freetown

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from London to Freetown based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your London to Freetown flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from London to Freetown?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from London to Freetown:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from London to Freetown?

    A direct flight from London to Freetown takes 00m, covering 3,052 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from London to Freetown?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a London to Freetown flight?

    Return flights from London to Freetown range from £778 to £1,122, with an average of £931 over the past 12 months. Anything below £778 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute London to Freetown flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 7% above the £931 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from London to Freetown?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £908 return via Istanbul (IST), compared with £956 for direct.

  • Have flight prices from London to Freetown changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £701 to £4,513. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from London to Freetown looking right now?

    One-way fares from London to Freetown are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about £530.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from London to Freetown?

    Flights from London to Freetown may depart from several airports in London area, including London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN). Flights usually arrive at Freetown Lungi Intl (FNA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from London to Freetown pass through?

    One-stop flights from London to Freetown most commonly connect through:

    • Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN) – 96% of one-stop connections
    • Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) – 4% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 0% of one-stop connections
    • Accra Kotoka (ACC) – 0% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from London to Freetown?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from London to Freetown. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £866 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at £998, a difference of £132.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from London to Freetown?

    Flying via Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 11h 04m, compared to 14h via Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) and 19h 18m via Istanbul (IST).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on London to Freetown flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Euroairlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • Where can I get some South African rand at Freetown Lungi Airport?

    You can get spot cash for public transportation or taxis from one of several ATMs located at the arrivals hall. Otherwise, there is a branch of Zenith Bank in the terminal’s concourse area, where you can transact currency exchanges and other financial business.

  • What’s the best way to get from Freetown Lungi Airport to the city centre?

    There is both public and private passenger ferry service crossing the estuary that separates Freetown Lungi Airport from the city. Sea Coach Express has a water taxi station just outside the airport exit, and for a price of about £29, it can get you downtown in around 30min (public ferries take about an hour). There are also buses that operate from the airport to the city centre.

  • Are there any hotels at Freetown Lungi Airport?

    No, there are no onsite hotels at Freetown Lungi Airport. Lungi Airport Lodge is an accommodation within a mile with free airport transfers. Home Suites Boutique Hotel also offers complimentary 24h airport shuttle transfers, while Radisson Blu Mammy Yoko Hotel, Freetown, (about 10 miles) offers ferry transfer service for a fee.

  • What other cities/regions are close to Freetown Lungi Airport?

    Freetown Lungi Airport is the only international air hub in Sierra Leone, located on the country’s west coast. From here you have access to the city of Waterloo in the Western Area Rural District, about 20 miles east of Freetown.

  • Do I need a visa to travel to Freetown?

    UK visitors to Sierra Leone must hold a visa to enter the country and bear in mind your passport must be valid for at least six months from the date of your visa application. Holidaymakers can purchase 30-day visas on arrival in Freetown for approx. US$80 (£65) or you can apply online for an electronic one before planning your trip.

  • Are there foreign exchange facilities at Freetown Airport?

    Zenith Bank is a bank with a foreign exchange office and a full-service branch in the Arrivals Hall at Freetown Airport. As an alternative, you can consider pre-ordering Sierra Leone currency for your travels and collect it on arrival at the airport. Travelex provides Click & Collect services at London Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted airports for your convenience.

  • Is there a mosque at Freetown Airport?

    There’s a mosque at Freetown Airport where passengers on flights from London to Freetown can observe religious obligations. The building is located a short distance from Zenith Bank in the Arrivals Hall or you can get detailed directions from the Information Desk.

  • What should I do if my baggage has been lost or damaged at Freetown Airport?

    Arriving passengers who experience lost or damaged baggage should file a report at the Lost & Found Office in the Arrivals Hall, which is open 24/7.

Your guide to booking London to Freetown flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £866, about £132 less than Monday fares (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 21% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your London to Freetown trip for September. Fares historically average £750 return in that month – typically £358 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Istanbul Airport (IST) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £908 return on this route – about £48 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • The majority of flights from London metro airports to Freetown Lungi International Airport (FNA) involve multiple stopovers. Air France is an airline offering one-stop service to Freetown from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
  • If your flight departs from London Luton Airport (LTN), you can pass the down time by waiting for your flight at Aspire Lounge. Aspire Lounge offers table service with complimentary hot/cold food and beverages, as well as SnoozePods if you need a quick kip. You can find it on the first floor of the departures hall, past security. Prices start at around £26.99 per adult and £17.99 for kids aged 2-11.
  • Riding a direct train is generally the fastest and most convenient way to reach London Heathrow Airport or London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Central London. Heathrow Express departs from London Paddington station, while Gatwick Express leaves from London Victoria station. Heathrow tickets generally range from £25-£37 for one-way/return journeys, while Gatwick Express fares are about £17.80-£35.70 for one-way/return tickets.
  • If you prefer to get away from the noise and crowds, you can find one of the multi-faith prayer rooms at London Heathrow Airport and have a quiet meditation or observe your religious commitments. There are multiple prayer rooms at Terminals 2, 3, 4 and 5 at London Heathrow, and St. George’s Chapel is located about 0.1 miles from the airport’s Central Bus Station.
  • Get instant access to live flight data and prompt alerts on any changes to your flight by downloading an airport app to your mobile phone or electronic device. These apps are also great for locating services and facilities at your terminal and you can take advantage of discounts on parking, lounge admission and FastTrack in addition to offers from airport retail stores and restaurants.
  • If you’re concerned about reducing the carbon footprint on the long flight from London to Freetown Lungi International Airport (FNA), Brussels Airlines offers departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) with 47% less CO2. You can also consider Vueling departures from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and London Stansted Airport (STN) which reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 43%.
  • Travelling with the kids to Freetown from London? If so, you can take advantage of the facilities available at London Heathrow and enjoy a hassle-free airport experience. There are baby-changing facilities installed at multiple points in each of the airport’s terminals as well as Stay & Play facilities where older kids can amuse themselves prior to takeoff.

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