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Cheap flights to Freetown from £612

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Summary info about Freetown flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

£252

Best Round-Trip Price

£612

Fastest flight time

10h 15m

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5 airlines
The best one-way flight price to Freetown from United Kingdom in the last 72 hours is £252 (London Gatwick to Freetown Lungi Intl).
The best round-trip flight price to Freetown from United Kingdom in the last 72 hours is £612 (London Heathrow to Freetown Lungi Intl).
The fastest flight to Freetown from United Kingdom takes 10h 15m (London Heathrow to Freetown Lungi Intl).
There are 5 airlines operating flights to Freetown, including SWISS, Turkish Airlines and Royal Air Maroc.

Freetown flights insights and trends

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Freetown?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from United Kingdom to Freetown. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £480. The month of May is another great option to travel to Freetown, with average flight prices from United Kingdom averaging around £643.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Freetown?

The cheapest day to depart from United Kingdom to Freetown is on a Monday. Travellers who choose to depart for Freetown on a Monday will often find tickets for as low as £811. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around £919. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Freetown.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Freetown?

Our data shows that the cheapest United Kingdom to Freetown flights are usually those with departure times at midday. Our users have found flights to Freetown at midday for as low as £732. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Freetown, so prices are often more expensive at around £930 per ticket.

How long does it take to fly to Freetown?

The flight from United Kingdom to Freetown depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from London Heathrow (a popular airport in United Kingdom) to Freetown Lungi Intl (the most popular airport in Freetown), then the flight time is 10h 05m on average. If you fly from Manchester (another popular airport in United Kingdom) to Freetown Lungi Intl, then the average flight time is 18h 50m.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Freetown?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Freetown from United Kingdom when booking 59 days ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Freetown for around £710 when searching 59 days out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Freetown from United Kingdom for as low as £560 on momondo.

Cheapest flights to Freetown airports

Find the cheapest flights to these Freetown airports from your nearest city or airport
London Heathrow Airport
Freetown

CHEAPEST ROUTE FROM London TO Freetown

London (LON) to Freetown (FNA)

Typically, flights to Freetown from London are cheaper when flying from London to Freetown Lungi Intl, which has an average price of £710

CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO FREETOWN FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORTJune21% cheaperFlying from London Heathrow Airport to Freetown costs on average just £585 in June
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO FREETOWN FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORTDecember61% more expensiveIt costs about £1,184 for flights to Freetown from London Heathrow Airport in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO FREETOWN FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORTDecember504% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Freetown from London Heathrow Airport in December than any other month

Frequently asked questions about flying to Freetown

How long does it take to fly to Freetown?

Flights to Freetown, Sierra Leone from London will take between 9 hours and 15 hours depending on which airport you fly from. Flights from Heathrow involve a stopover at Paris Charles de Gaulle and take less time than flights from Gatwick with a stopover in Istanbul. When travelling from Scotland, you’ll find flights from Glasgow International Airport to Lungi International Airport, Freetown with a travel time of 15 hours including multiple stops. Freetown flight deals from Manchester Airport typically involve a single stopover and travel time of between 12 and 15 hours.

Where can you fly directly into Freetown from?

Unfortunately, direct flights to Freetown, Sierra Leone are currently unavailable, although there are numerous flights with single stopovers and reasonable travel times. When travelling from Scotland, you can find flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse with a couple of stopovers at Paris Charles de Gaulle and Amsterdam, and travel time of only 15 hours. Manchester International Airport offers Freetown flight deals with a single stopover in cities like Istanbul or Brussels. John Lennon Airport in Liverpool provides flights with multiple stopovers in Dublin and Brussels and a long travel time. It might be better to travel to London and make the flight to Freetown from there.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Freetown Lungi Intl Airport?

Prices for flights to Freetown Lungi Intl Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Freetown Lungi Intl Airport?

How old do you have to be to fly to Freetown Lungi Intl Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Freetown Lungi Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Freetown Lungi Intl Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Freetown Lungi Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Freetown Lungi Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.


Freetown flight deals found on momondo

Check out some of the best fares from airports in United Kingdom to Freetown found recently by users on momondo
Brussels Airlines
13 Aug
LHR07:45London Heathrow
10h 15m
1 stop
FNA17:00Freetown Lungi Intl
30 Aug
FNA18:15Freetown Lungi Intl
26h 20m
2 stops
LHR21:35London Heathrow
Brussels Airlines
13 Aug
LHR07:45London Heathrow
10h 15m
1 stop
FNA17:00Freetown Lungi Intl
30 Aug
FNA18:15Freetown Lungi Intl
25h 40m
1 stop
LHR20:55London Heathrow
Brussels Airlines
12 Aug
LHR11:05London Heathrow
30h 55m
1 stop
FNA17:00Freetown Lungi Intl
30 Aug
FNA18:15Freetown Lungi Intl
25h 40m
1 stop
LHR20:55London Heathrow
Multiple Airlines
12 Aug
LHR19:15London Heathrow
22h 45m
2 stops
FNA17:00Freetown Lungi Intl
30 Aug
FNA18:15Freetown Lungi Intl
25h 40m
2 stops
LHR20:55London Heathrow
Multiple Airlines
13 Aug
LHR07:45London Heathrow
10h 15m
1 stop
FNA17:00Freetown Lungi Intl
30 Aug
FNA18:15Freetown Lungi Intl
24h 10m
3 stops
LHR19:25London Heathrow
Turkish Airlines
7 Jun
LGW16:00London Gatwick
33h 25m
2 stops
FNA00:25Freetown Lungi Intl
22 Jun
FNA01:25Freetown Lungi Intl
31h 25m
2 stops
LGW09:50London Gatwick

Find the cheapest one-way flights to Freetown

If you're looking for one-way flights from United Kingdom to Freetown, view some of our deals below provided by Brussels Airlines
Multiple Airlines
14 May
LGW09:10London Gatwick
35h 15m
2 stops
FNA19:25Freetown Lungi Intl
Multiple Airlines
13 May
LHR20:50London Heathrow
47h 35m
2 stops
FNA19:25Freetown Lungi Intl
Multiple Airlines
14 May
LHR10:00London Heathrow
34h 25m
2 stops
FNA19:25Freetown Lungi Intl

Visa requirements for visiting Freetown

What passport or visa requirements are there when visiting Freetown?

As a UK national holding a full UK passport, you can enter Sierra Leone and get a visa on arrival at the airport. However, if you’re travelling for reasons other than tourism, you will need to apply for a visa through the Sierra Leone High Commission in London. Your passport will need to be valid for at least six months after your expected date of arrival.


Best things to do and see in Freetown

What can you see and do in Freetown?

As a port city in Sierra Leone, Freetown serves as a commercial centre for the platinum, gold and diamond trade. If you’re interested in history, Bonthe Island is one of the must-see areas and offers plentiful opportunities for fly-fishing. In the market for African fabrics? Head to Bo Town’s Big Market, where you can find textiles and spend time speaking to local hawkers selling their homemade herbal remedies. You can sample local delicacies like coconut cake or palm wine (poyo) in the nearby villages. Spend time traversing the Sierra Leone River and make your way up to Bunce Island to explore the history of the slave trade. Outdoor enthusiasts will want to head out to Mount Bintumani to hike through high-grass plains and scale a shaky wooden bridge in the Loma Mountain Range.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Freetown?

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Freetown.

Can I find flights to Freetown with flexible booking policies on momondo?

All flight searches to Freetown on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights to Freetown?

momondo helps you find the best flight to Freetown by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select fights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

I’m not ready to book a flight to Freetown right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Of course. momondo tracks the price of Freetown flights. All you need is a valid email address and we will do the rest; it is that quick and easy.


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