London to Naples is a short, well-served hop to southern Italy — the gateway to the Amalfi Coast, Pompeii, Capri and the pizza that started it all. Several airlines fly it non-stop in under three hours, and fares stay low if you book at the right time. This guide covers who flies it, what a fair return fare looks like in pounds, and when to book.
Route: London (LHR / LGW / LTN / STN) → Naples, Capodichino (NAP)
Distance: approximately 1,630 km (1,010 miles)
Non-stop flight time: about 2h 50m – 3h 00m
Direct flights: Yes — easyJet (Gatwick and Luton), British Airways (Heathrow) and Ryanair (Stansted) all fly non-stop to Naples.
Fares from London to Naples (GBP)
Naples is busiest in summer, when the Amalfi Coast and islands draw the crowds, and over Easter. Fares are lowest in the winter off-season and the quiet weeks either side of summer. The table below shows when the route is busiest. We no longer print per-month fare estimates here, because they were never measured.
| Month | Demand |
|---|---|
| January | low |
| February | low |
| March | medium |
| April | medium-high (Easter) |
| May | medium |
| June | high |
| July | very high |
| August | very high |
| September | high |
| October | medium |
| November | low |
| December | medium (holidays) |
Reference points from our own deal tracking: a genuinely strong return lands around £35–£50, a typical fair price is roughly £85, and anything under about £60 is worth booking quickly. Summer weekends and Easter sit at the top of the range; winter midweek fares are the cheapest.
Airlines on this route
Every option is non-stop — the choice comes down to airport, price and whether you need a checked bag.
- easyJet — non-stop from Gatwick and Luton, the most frequent service on the route; usually the best value if you travel light.
- Ryanair — non-stop from Stansted; often the cheapest headline fare, but watch the cabin-bag and add-on rules.
- British Airways — non-stop from Heathrow; full-service with a checked bag on standard fares and useful for connections.
The low-cost carriers usually undercut BA on the base fare, but once you add a hold bag and a seat the gap narrows — always compare the all-in price. If you want Heathrow or a bag included, BA is often the simpler choice; for the lowest fare travelling light, easyJet or Ryanair win.
When to book & how to save
- Book 4–8 weeks ahead for the best value; short-haul fares to Naples tend to rise close to departure, especially for summer weekends.
- Travel in the shoulder (May, September, October) for warm weather, lower fares and thinner crowds on the coast.
- Fly midweek: Tuesday–Thursday departures are usually cheaper than Friday–Sunday, and save a little on a return.
- Add bags at booking: the cheapest easyJet and Ryanair fares are cabin-only — buying a hold bag online is far cheaper than at the airport.
- Compare all four London airports — Stansted (Ryanair), Gatwick and Luton (easyJet) and Heathrow (BA) can price very differently on the same dates.
Arriving in Naples
Flights land at Naples–Capodichino International Airport (NAP), unusually close to the city at about 7 km northeast of the centre. The easiest way in is the Alibus airport shuttle to Piazza Garibaldi (the main train station) and the port at Piazza Municipio, which takes around 15–25 minutes and costs roughly £4–£5. A taxi to the centre runs on a fixed fare of about £16–£22. From Garibaldi station you can pick up trains to Pompeii, Sorrento and Salerno for the Amalfi Coast.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from London to Naples?
The non-stop flight takes about 2 hours 50 minutes to 3 hours. There’s no need to connect — all the main London carriers fly the route direct, so total travel time is just the flight plus airport transfers at each end.
Are there direct flights from London to Naples?
Yes. easyJet (from Gatwick and Luton), British Airways (from Heathrow) and Ryanair (from Stansted) all fly non-stop to Naples. Between them they cover all four main London airports, usually with several flights a day in summer.
How much does it cost to fly from London to Naples?
A typical economy return runs about £70–£150 depending on the season. Strong deals dip to around £35–£50, usually in winter or booked well ahead, while summer weekends and Easter sit toward the top of the range.
What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Naples?
January and November are usually the cheapest months to fly. Avoid July and August and the Easter break, which are the busiest and most expensive weeks on the route.
Which airlines fly from London to Naples?
easyJet flies from Gatwick and Luton, British Airways from Heathrow, and Ryanair from Stansted — all non-stop. The low-cost carriers usually have the lowest base fares; BA includes a checked bag on standard fares.
Which airport do I fly into in Naples?
You arrive at Naples–Capodichino International Airport (NAP), the city’s only airport, about 7 km northeast of the centre. It’s very close to town, so transfers are quick and cheap by the Alibus shuttle or taxi.
How far in advance should I book London to Naples flights?
Aim to book 4 to 8 weeks ahead for the best value, and earlier for peak summer weekends and Easter. Short-haul fares to Naples usually climb as departure approaches, so it rarely pays to wait.
Is it cheaper to fly on weekdays?
Yes — midweek departures (Tuesday to Thursday) are usually cheaper than Friday–Sunday on this leisure route, often by £20–£50 on a return. Flying out and back midweek is one of the easiest ways to cut the fare.
Fare guidance based on aifly.one deal tracking and current airline schedules; last reviewed July 2026. Indicative economy returns — always check the live fare before booking.
