Flying from Belfast to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): What you need to know
Begin your journey at one of Belfast's main airports, Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD). Check out your options for booking a flight from Belfast to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaving from either of these.
The average duration of a direct Belfast to London Gatwick Airport flight is 1 hour 30 minutes.
London (where London Gatwick Airport is located) and Belfast share the UTC+0 timezone. Same timezone means no confusion when scheduling your trip.
The busiest route is from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), with 23 direct weekly services. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from BFS to LGW is the 6:05am easyJet option. If a later start suits your schedule, the last departure is at 9:20pm with easyJet.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Belfast to LGW. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
With more people on the move during high season, plan to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
You can book a direct flight from Belfast to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) departing from Belfast International Airport (BFS).
You can lock in a direct flight from Belfast to London Gatwick Airport with easyJet. This leading airline operates departures from BFS.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between BFS and LGW is easyJet.
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Belfast, BFS can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 2 hours.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Belfast International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Belfast to London Gatwick Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just the thing:
67.55% of flights taking off from Belfast International Airport make it to their destination on time.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Catching a flight out of George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)? Direct Belfast to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) plane tickets are available from here.
easyJet has direct flights from Belfast to LGW departing from BHD. Book your favourite seat and arrive at your destination in a single hop.
easyJet attracts the most bookings on the BHD to LGW route.
BHD is around 8 kilometres from central Belfast. It'll take you 10 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 20 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport the day before your Belfast to LGW flight:
As far as flight punctuality goes, George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 68.3%.
About London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Consider booking a hotel close to LGW if you have a late flight from Belfast to London Gatwick Airport. Select one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Grab a London Gatwick Airport rental car and explore London and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Belfast to London Gatwick Airport flight.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport to the centre of London is about 40 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
R 361 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Belfast to London Gatwick Airport. Return flights start at R 1,157. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Book one month before flying. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Belfast to LGW.
The best month for finding cheap Belfast to London Gatwick Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
August is the busiest month for flights from Belfast to London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Plan your visit to London in February for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your Belfast to LGW plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Belfast to London Gatwick Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in London right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Belfast to London Gatwick Airport:
You'll find loads of fantastic things to do in London when you're ready to sightsee. Make your way to The British Museum followed by Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom just waiting to be discovered. Around 193 kilometres north-west of London, a visit to Birmingham will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like The Windsor Castle, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge.