Travelling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to London Gatwick Airport.
London's timezone is UTC+0, making London one hour behind Amsterdam.
You can choose from 47 weekly Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to London Gatwick Airport flights. The 07:00 departure with easyJet is the earliest flight you can take. EasyJet operates the latest service of the day at 21:35.
Give yourself enough time to catch your AMS to LGW flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Jetting into London (and then seeing more of United Kingdom!) is a snap with British Airways. This popular airline has direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to London Gatwick Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with British Airways on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to London Gatwick Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between AMS and LGW:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Nantes Atlantique Airport
Hamburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
R 980 is the best price for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to London Gatwick Airport flight. Return flights start at R 2,065. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from AMS to LGW. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to London Gatwick Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from AMS to LGW.
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Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
67.93% of flights leaving from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol arrive at their destination on time.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is around 23 kilometres from central Amsterdam. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near AMS? If you're boarding an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to London Gatwick Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
If you're getting in on a late Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to London Gatwick Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these options near LGW:
Grab a London Gatwick Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from London Gatwick Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport is approximately 80 kilometres from central London. The drive time takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
August is the busiest month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to London Gatwick Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to London in January.
Book your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to London Gatwick Airport for July if you'd like to explore London during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from AMS to LGW around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen London, now it's time to explore other parts of United Kingdom. Journey about 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to check off its leading sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're ready to explore another corner of United Kingdom, consider Bristol, roughly 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are highlights.
