Cheap flights to Southend

Most popular in	December	High demand for flights, 2% potential price rise
Cheapest in	May	Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average price	RM 2,692	Price for this month
Cheapest price	RM 2,261	From Kuala Lumpur to London

Cheapest prices for Southend flights by month

January

RM 2,924

February

RM 2,688

March

RM 2,692

April

RM 2,879

May

RM 2,627

June

RM 2,765

July

RM 3,026

August

RM 3,014

September

RM 2,790

October

RM 2,663

November

RM 2,672

December

RM 3,091

Currently, the cheapest month for flights to Southend is May. The most expensive month for flights is December. The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

When is the best time to fly to Southend?

Choose a month below to see average flight price and weather conditions.

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Price	2635 - 3582 MYR
Temperature	8.8 - 23.2 °C
Rainfall	34.7 - 70.8 mm

Southend’s coastal location makes July and August the best times to book flights to Southend and to make the most of the beach activities available, however, visitors will find accommodation more expensive at this peak time of the year. The town, however, likes to welcome its visitors all year round with a busy calendar of events. The annual London to Southend Classic Car Rally takes place in July. For people who prefer motorbikes or planes, the Ace Cafe Shakedown takes place in April and the Festival of the Air every May. Annual cultural events include the Southend-on-Sea Film Festival in April and the Leigh Folk Festival which takes place in June. There is even an annual Puppet Festival in August, with several Mr Punch shows competing.

Similar to other places in the UK, temperatures cool down during the months of October through April and is when most travellers will be able to benefit from cheap flights to Southend. However, bare in mind that Christmas and the school holiday periods may also see a peak in accommodation and flight prices.

When is the best time to book flights to Southend?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Southend, you should look to book at least 35 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Days before departure

Which day is cheapest to fly to Southend?

At the moment, Thursday is the most economical day to take a flight to Southend. Saturday is likely to be the most costly.

What time of day is cheapest to fly?

Flights in the evening are typically the cheapest time of the day to fly to Southend. Flights in the afternoon are usually the most expensive.

City overview

Flights to Southend will connect visitors with a traditional British seaside resort which offers an array of entertainment, activities and sights to see, making it the perfect British seaside holiday. Situated on the north banks of the River Thames estuary, Southend is also conveniently placed for trips into London. It is home to the longest pier in the world, reaching out 1.33 miles (2.1 km) into the sea. When you have finished stretching your legs on the pier, take the hydraulic train back to the entrance. The seafront has plenty of other attractions for visitors of all ages to enjoy. At the pier entrance is Adventure Island, with over 50 rides, and the Sea-Life Aquarium. The town itself perches on a cliff above the seafront, but to save visitors’ legs there are two lifts; a modern vertical one and the Victorian funicular railway. Restaurants offering a wide range of food are open all day in the town; there are also several serving the holiday staple of fish and chips. For evening entertainment Southend boasts two theatres, with concerts and ice performances taking place in the Cliffs Pavilion and more traditional productions in the Edwardian Palace Theatre. Nightlife also includes wine bars, cinemas, nightclubs and the casino. Visitors interested in the area’s history can explore the Central Museum, Prittlewell Priory or Southchurch Hall. If you are looking to get out into the fresh air, try a visit to the Belton Hills reserve or enjoy the roses at Chalkwell Park. More energetic activities include horse riding, windsurfing and kitesurfing. And don’t forget that day trip into London, only a short train ride away.

Getting around Southend

The town centre and the beaches with their attractions are all close together and easy to explore by foot, especially if use is made of the cliff lifts. There is a good local bus network and both trains and coaches run between the town centre and London. The tourist information office has leaflets about local attractions, suggested walks and cycle routes.

Getting from the Airport to the City

The closest airport to the town that serves flights to Southend is Southend International (SEN). The airport has a railway station which is on the Shenfield to Southend line, giving a quick and direct way into the town. There are also local buses and taxis at the airport. The major car hire operators all have desks in the arrivals hall.