Cork to London flights
Direct and connecting flights from Cork Airport (ORK) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Cork to London take?
Flight time from Cork (ORK) to London (LGW) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Cork to London?
Airline availability for ORK to LGW changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Cork to London?
Direct (nonstop) availability on ORK to LGW varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Ryanair5-yr attributed events: 25Last 90 days: none recorded
- Aer Lingus5-yr attributed events: 4Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Ryanair | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| Aer Lingus | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning ORK → LGW
ORK to LGW is a short-haul route of 580 km (360 mi). See the return LGW → ORK route.
Alternative airports near Cork: Bantry (BYT) — 71 km, Kerry (KIR) — 80 km, Shannon (SNN) — 100 km.
Alternative airports near London: Redhill (KRH) — 8 km, Biggin Hill (BQH) — 25 km, Shoreham By Sea (ESH) — 36 km.