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UK getaways direct from Heathrow

From island escapes to city breaks, see where you can fly across the UK and Crown Dependencies - direct from Heathrow.

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Heathrow isn’t just the start of long haul journeys. It’s also a direct gateway to 13 UK and Crown Dependencies routes, from major cities like Edinburgh and Belfast to the wilds of Shetland and the golf courses of St Andrews.
Whether you're connecting through Heathrow or flying from London to explore more of the UK and the Crown Dependencies, there's a lot you can reach in under two hours.
Here’s everything you need to know about Heathrow’s domestic routes, who flies them, how often, and why they’re worth the trip.

Flights with British Airways

Destination

Terminal

Frequency

Edinburgh

T5

Up to 13 per day

Glasgow

T5

Up to 12 per day

Manchester

T5

Up to 9 per day

Newcastle

T5

Up to 6 per day

Belfast City

T5

Up to 8 per week

Aberdeen

T5

Up to 8 per week

Jersey

T5

Up to 3 per day

Inverness

T5

Up to 2 per day

Flights with Loganair

Destination

Terminal

Frequency

City of Derry airport

T2

20 per week

Isle of Man

T2

7 per week

Dundee (for St Andrews)

T2

11 per week

Sumburgh (Shetland Islands)

T2

2 per week (summer only)

Kirkwall (Orkney Islands)

T2

2 per week (summer only)

Why fly domestic from Heathrow?

Connect easily

Flying domestic into Heathrow is the easiest way to start your international journey. Services arrive into Terminals 2 and 5, making connections quick and straightforward.

From there, you can access over 200 destinations worldwide - including more than 65 routes you won’t find from any other UK airport. Whether you’re heading to New York, Chicago, Delhi or Singapore, it’s all just one connection away.

Save time

A quick flight from Heathrow can take you to the Scottish Highlands, Northern Ireland, Jersey or the Isle of Man - all in under 90 minutes.

Travel comfortably

With British Airways and Loganair, you’ll get generous hand luggage as standard, with the option to add seat selection and checked bags depending on your fare. And whether you’re flying into or out of Heathrow, you can enjoy great transport links, a spacious terminal environment, premium lounges, and plenty of shops and restaurants to make the journey more comfortable.

 

More ways to connect

Both airlines link into wider global networks - useful if you’re continuing your journey beyond the UK:

 

You can book flights online or through your usual travel agent - whichever works best for you.

Spotlight on northern adventures

Kirkwall (Orkney Islands)

This summer-only Loganair route takes you to Kirkwall, the heart of the Orkney Islands and your starting point for exploring the archipelago.

From here, Loganair’s Inter-Island service connects you to the North Isles, including the world’s shortest flight between Westray and Papa Westray - just 90 seconds in the air.

Each island offers something different: wild beaches, puffin colonies, ancient ruins and remote walking trails. With daily flights and ferries, it’s easy to hop around and see the best of Orkney at your own pace.

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Sumburgh (Shetland Islands)

Fly direct to Sumburgh in the Shetland Islands with Loganair’s summer-only service from Heathrow.

It’s the perfect launchpad for exploring Shetland’s wild coastline, dramatic cliffs and Viking heritage. Expect puffins, remote beaches, ancient settlements and some of the most unspoilt landscapes in the UK - all just a short flight from London.

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Inverness (Scottish Highlands)

Heathrow’s direct service to Inverness runs year-round, but summer is an especially magical time to visit the Highlands.

Gateway to Loch Ness, the Cairngorms and the North Coast 500, Inverness offers wild landscapes, peaceful lochs and dramatic mountain views. Whether you're hiking, road-tripping or just taking it slow, this route puts some of Scotland’s most iconic scenery within easy reach.

Perfect for a long weekend or an extended summer escape.

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And finally…

Flying domestic from Heathrow isn’t just about getting from A to B - it’s about opening up new corners of the UK with more speed, comfort and choice than ever before. From island-hopping in Orkney to same-day meetings in Glasgow, this network gives you options.

And if you’re connecting onwards, it’s a smart way to reach long-haul destinations like San Francisco, Dallas or Chicago - all just one easy change away.

Whether you're heading home or heading somewhere new, it all starts here.