Flight Comparison Reveals Wide Price Gaps for London Trips
Translated & summarized from Behadrei Haredim by baba
A "Flight Hunter" website analysis shows average round-trip flight prices to London in November 2026 at $530, increasing to $640 in December. Prices vary significantly by airline, with Wizz Air averaging $420 in December and Virgin Atlantic-marketed flights reaching $840. Some airlines like Arkia saw prices decrease in December, while others like British Airways saw substantial increases.
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- Flight prices to London in Nov/Dec 2026 show average costs of $530 and $640 respectively.
- Wizz Air offered the lowest November average at $425, while Virgin Atlantic-marketed flights hit $840 in December.
- Arkia saw a 15% price drop for December flights compared to November.
- British Airways fares increased by about 27% from November to December.
- Price differences can amount to significant savings or extra costs for travelers.
A flight comparison by the "Flight Hunter" website has uncovered significant price discrepancies for flights to London during November and December 2026. The average round-trip ticket price for November is approximately $530, rising to about $640 in December, a 21% increase. However, this overall trend masks varied airline pricing strategies, with some carriers showing substantial December price hikes while others maintain stable or even reduced fares.
In November, Wizz Air offered the lowest average price at around $425, followed by Arkia at $530 and British Airways at $565. El Al averaged $595, Israir $615, and Virgin Atlantic-marketed flights $695. By December, the price range widened considerably. Wizz Air's average price remained low at approximately $420, while Virgin Atlantic-marketed flights, operated by El Al, reached an average of $840.
Arkia's average December price dropped to about $450, a 15% decrease from November. Israir saw a minor $15 reduction, and Wizz Air's prices were largely unchanged. In contrast, British Airways experienced a significant increase, with December fares averaging $720, about $155 more than in November. El Al's average price rose by $60, and Virgin Atlantic-marketed flights saw a $145 increase.
The price differences can amount to substantial savings for families. For instance, the $420 difference between the highest and lowest average December prices could cost a family of four an additional $1,680. The analysis, based on economy class, round-trip fares without checked baggage, highlights that while December is generally more expensive on average, specific flights might be cheaper than in November depending on the airline.