Flying from Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
London is five hours ahead of Charlotte and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you get on your CLT to LGW flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Charlotte Douglas Airport to London Gatwick Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between CLT and LGW include:
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
Madrid Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Right now, R 3,919 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Charlotte Douglas Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 8,818. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from CLT to LGW. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your flight from Charlotte Douglas Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from CLT to LGW.
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Handy information about Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT)
CLT's address is 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
79% of flights leaving from Charlotte Douglas Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Charlotte Douglas Airport from central Charlotte, it takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near CLT. Whether you've booked an early flight from Charlotte Douglas Airport to London Gatwick Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Charlotte Douglas Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LGW instead:
Go where the road takes you with a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and see more of London and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from London Gatwick Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The quietest month for a flight from Charlotte Douglas Airport to London Gatwick Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit London based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in London is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to London Gatwick Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CLT to LGW sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've experienced London. Around 257 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of London, Birmingham is another favourite stop in the United Kingdom. Experience major highlights starting with Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.