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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from London to Valencia:

• Earliest: departs at 06:00 and lands at 08:26
• Latest: departs at 20:40 and lands at 23:06.

The flight takes about 2h 26m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from London to Valencia:

• Economy class
• Business Class

A direct flight from London to Valencia takes 2h 26m, covering 829 miles.

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.

Return flights from London to Valencia range from £74 to £170, with an average of £114 over the past 12 months. Anything below £74 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 12% above the £114 route average. Book 10 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £100 return via Rome Fiumicino (FCO), compared with £114 for direct.

British Airways is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Vueling has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on London to Valencia flights are:

• British Airways: 84% on time
• Vueling: 81% on time
• easyJet: 81% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 80% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £13–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Morning is the busiest departure period on London to Valencia flights, with 40% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 40%, Evening flights for 20%, and Night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from London to Valencia are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £32, which is 53% below the typical average for this route.

Valencia Airport (VLC) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging £20 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Record go
• Goldcar Rental SP
• Wiber
• CLICK RENT
• Centauro

Flights from London to Valencia 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 Valencia (VLC).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the London to Valencia route, 20% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 55m.

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

• Madrid Barajas (MAD) – 29% of one-stop connections
• Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 16% of one-stop connections
• Zurich (ZRH) – 12% of one-stop connections
• Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 11% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from London to Valencia. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £101 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £137, a difference of £36.

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

4 airlines operate flights between London and Valencia. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Ryanair
• easyJet
• Wizz Air
• British Airways

Flying via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h 28m, compared to 5h 57m via Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan (PMI) and 6h 05m via Madrid Barajas (MAD).

Valencia is 1 hour ahead of London (Central European Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Valencia are Valencia Cathedral, Mestalla Stadium, and L'Oceanogràfic. These are among the most viewed places in Valencia on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating London to Valencia flights:

• Wizz Air: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Ryanair: offers free seat selection
• easyJet: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

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

• Wizz Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Ryanair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• easyJet: 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.

If you plan on leaving your car at London Gatwick, it is best to book your space online in advance. Several options are available, from premium at-terminal parking to short stay parking linked to the terminal by a covered walkway. Those away for longer can save money by opting for off-site, long stay parking, where a courtesy shuttle bus will take you to the terminal in 5-12min.

Passengers arriving on flights from London to Valencia can head to Café & Té in the public area of Arrivals to refuel with a hot drink, pastry or snack. The Relay store in the public zone of Departures is open from 06:00 to 21:00 and also offers a range of bottled drinks and convenience products.

A quick and inexpensive way of getting from the airport to downtown Valencia is to take the metro. Line 3 takes in the city centre and university area, including the main train station, while Line 5 runs through the city centre and on to the port. Tickets are available from vending machines at the airport, and the station is accessible via escalator or lift from the Arrivals Hall. The journey to the city centre takes around 25min.

If your flight from London to Valencia arrives very late, you can choose from three hotels located within a 6min drive or 15min walk of the airport. The closest is the Travelodge Valencia Aeropuerto, followed by the ibis Budget Valencia Aeropuerto and the Tryp Valencia Azafata Hotel. The latter can arrange a free pickup service between the hours of 06:00 and 22:00.

Yes, several international car hire firms such as Avis, Europcar and Sixt are represented in the Arrivals Hall at Valencia Airport. The desks are usually in operation until 00:00, with some opening as early as 05:00. To guarantee a vehicle, you can book online in advance through the companies’ individual websites.

As Spain is part of the Schengen area, there is no need for a visa when you travel. Although, if your stay is going to be longer than 90 days, you will need to contact the Spanish Embassy prior to your journey. Passports must also be valid for at least 3 months from the day you depart Spain.

If you’re flying from London to Valencia for work, you might want seating that allows you to work on the flight in comfort. Air Europa offers business-class seating, so you can enjoy enhanced comfort throughout your journey.

If you are conscious of your carbon footprint, you can find flights that produce fewer carbon dioxide levels. For instance, Iberia completes this route emitting about 52% less CO2 compared to the industry average. This means roughly 208 kg of CO2 is released per passenger compared to around 435kg.

If you want to keep in touch with family and friends during the flight, you should pick an airline that has internet on board. For instance, British Airways provides Wi-Fi to passengers for the entirety of the journey.