Newquay to London

Quick and easy connections to the capital

London Southend Airport is your perfect gateway to London, one of the world’s most vibrant cities. 

We pride ourselves on being quick and easy. On average, our arriving passengers move from their plane to a train, car or taxi seat in under 15 minutes. Southend Airport train station is just 100 steps away from our terminal door, with 6 trains into central London every hour.

Things to do in London

See a show on the West End, explore historic landmarks like the Tower of London or the iconic Houses of Parliament, or take a stroll along the River Thames. Indulge in a meal with a view at one of London’s top restaurants, or enjoy breathtaking panoramas of the city from the London Eye.

London has something for everyone. Discover the hidden gems of Covent Garden, relax in the lush greenery of Hyde Park, or shop in the world-renowned stores of Oxford Street.

And with quick connections from London Southend, you can easily use London as your starting point for exploring the rest of the UK and beyond with convenient rail connections to other London airports.

Things to do in Essex

Flying from Newquay to London Southend also makes it easy to travel to events like the Lazydays Festival in Priory Park, Southend-on-Sea, which is approximately a 10-minute walk from the Airport! Taking place on July 25 – 27, this year’s headliners include Example, Embrace, Peter Doherty and Soul II Soul.

Whether you’re travelling for the festival or exploring all that Essex has to offer, our quick connections help you make the most of your time.