Cheap Flights to Sierra Leone: London to Freetown £480

Overview

Sierra Leone is a warm, welcoming West African country blessed with some of the region's finest beaches, rainforest and rich history. Freetown is the gateway.

Best time to fly to Sierra Leone

The dry season (November to April) is best for the beaches; the rains fall May–October. The price charts on this page show the cheapest dates for your route.

Main gateway cities & airports

The main gateway is Freetown (Lungi, FNA), across the estuary from the city.

Airlines and routes

UK travellers reach Freetown via a single hub with Brussels Airlines, Royal Air Maroc, KLM, Air France and Turkish Airlines — typically 7–9 hours.

Popular places to visit in Sierra Leone

• Freetown's beaches: River No. 2 and Tokeh
• Tacugama: a chimpanzee sanctuary in the hills
• Banana Islands: quiet island beaches
• Tiwai Island: rainforest wildlife
• Bunce Island: a moving historic site

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Sierra Leone

• Book several weeks to a few months ahead for the best value.
• Travel outside peak and festive seasons where possible.
• Compare direct and one-stop routes for the best fare.
• Be flexible with dates — midweek departures are often cheaper.

Travel essentials

• Visa: UK travellers need a visa, applied for before travel
• Health: a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required to enter
• Currency: the Sierra Leonean leone (SLE)