The iconic Elizabeth Tower (Big Ben) and a classic red double-decker bus on Westminster Bridge

Beste Reisezeit für London 2026

Monat-für-Monat-Guide 2026 — Wetter, Menschenmassen, Preise & Events

Gerade jetzt (April)
Tolle Reisezeit
Cherry blossoms and spring flowers are out. Evenings get lighter.
Beste Monate
Mai Jun Sep Okt

London is a sprawling, wildly diverse metropolis where history and modernity collide. You can explore thousand-year-old castles like the Tower of London in the morning, and dine in cutting-edge skyscrapers or trendy East End markets in the afternoon.

🗺️ London Grundinfos

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Hauptstadt
London
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Währung
British Pound (GBP)
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Sprache
English
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Zeitzone
Europe/London (UTC+0)
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15°C
Höchsttemperatur in London
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$700 avg
Hin- und Rückflug aus Deutschland
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$220 /Nacht
Ø Hotelpreis
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High
Touristendichte

📊 Monatsübersicht

Jede Leiste = Gesamtpunktzahl aus Wetter, Touristendichte, Preisen & Events. Aktueller Monat hervorgehoben.

Jan: 4/10 — Meiden
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Feb: 4/10 — Meiden
Feb
0
Mär: 6/10 — OK
Mär
0
Apr: 8/10 — Gut
Apr
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JETZT
Mai: 9/10 — Beste
Mai
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Jun: 9/10 — Beste
Jun
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Jul: 7/10 — Gut
Jul
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Aug: 7/10 — Gut
Aug
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Sep: 9/10 — Beste
Sep
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Okt: 8/10 — Gut
Okt
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Nov: 5/10 — OK
Nov
0
Dez: 7/10 — Gut
Dez
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Beste Zeit (9-10) Gut (7-8) Akzeptabel (5-6) Meiden (1-4)

⛅ Aktuelles Wetter in London

📅 Detaillierte Monatsanalyse

Alle 12 Monate — tippe auf einen Monat zum Ausklappen. Beste Monate: Mai, Juni, September, Oktober

Warum April?

Cherry blossoms and spring flowers are out. Evenings get lighter.

Nachteile

The famous 'April Showers' are a real thing. Easter holidays bring European families.

🎉 Veranstaltungen

  • London Marathon

Preisübersicht

✈️ ✈️ Flugpreise $700 avg
🏨 🏨 Unterkunft $220/Nacht ↑5% über Durchschnitt
👥 Touristendichte High

Unser Fazit

✅ A lovely time to visit if you don't mind dodging occasional rain showers.

🎯 Best Time to Visit London

The absolute best times to visit London are during the late spring (May and June) or early autumn (September). You benefit from milder weather, longer daylight hours, and a vibrant cultural calendar.

💰 Budget Guide: London

Budget ($80-120/day) / Mid-range ($180-300/day) / Luxury ($450+/day). London is an expensive city, particularly for hotels and transport, though almost all major state museums are completely free.

✈️ Getting to London

London is served by six airports. Heathrow (LHR) and Gatwick (LGW) are the largest. The Heathrow Express or Elizabeth Line get you into central London fast.

✈️ Flugpreise London

Durchschnittliche Hin- und Rückflugpreise. Preise werden wöchentlich aktualisiert.

$550
Jan
$550
Feb
$650
Mär
$700
Apr ←
$750
Mai
$850
Jun
$950
Jul
$900
Aug
$750
Sep
$650
Okt
$600
Nov
$750
Dez

💡 Günstigste Monate: Jan & Feb. 6-8 Wochen im Voraus buchen für beste Preise.

🔍 Flüge auf Skyscanner suchen Preise bei über 100 Airlines vergleichen

🏨 Unterkunft London

Beste Gegenden und Viertel, mit durchschnittlichen Übernachtungspreisen.

📍 Covent Garden / Soho
The absolute center of the action. Perfect for West End theaters, endless dining, and nightlife.
Ab $280/Nacht
Hotels suchen in Covent Garden / Soho →
📍 South Bank / Waterloo
Great views of the river, walking distance to the London Eye, Tate Modern, and Borough Market.
Ab $230/Nacht
Hotels suchen in South Bank / Waterloo →
📍 Shoreditch (East London)
The hipster heart of London. Famous for street art, vintage markets (Brick Lane), and great coffee.
Ab $190/Nacht
Hotels suchen in Shoreditch (East London) →
🏨 Hotels auf Booking.com finden Kostenlose Stornierung bei den meisten Zimmern

⚠️ Wichtige Reisetipps London

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Tap to Pay

Cash is rarely used in London anymore. Use a contactless card with no foreign transaction fees for everything, including transit.

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Walk Central London

Tourists often take the Tube between Leicester Square and Covent Garden. Don't—it's barely a 5-minute walk above ground.

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TKTS Booth

For cheap West End theater tickets, visit the official TKTS booth in Leicester Square on the day of the show.

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Pub Etiquette

You must go to the bar to order your food and drinks. There is very rarely table service in a traditional pub.

🛡️ Empfohlene Reiseversicherung

Get travel insurance for peace of mind.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Visiting London

What is the best month to visit London?

The best months to visit London are Mai, Juni, September, Oktober. Spring (May/June) and early autumn (September/October) offer the best combination of pleasant weather, manageable crowds, and beautiful park foliage.

What is the cheapest time to fly to London?

The cheapest month to fly to London is Januar, with average round-trip flights from $550. Strictly for budget travelers and theater/museum buffs who don't care about the weather.

How crowded is London in Mai?

London in Mai has high tourist levels (score: 9/10). Arguably the best spring month for comfortable walking weather.

What is the weather like in London in April?

In April, London has highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C with approximately 10 rainy days. Cherry blossoms and spring flowers are out. Evenings get lighter.

Is London worth visiting in April?

London in April scores 8/10. A lovely time to visit if you don't mind dodging occasional rain showers.

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