Flying from Dresden International Airport (DRS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
London's timezone is UTC+0, making London one hour behind Dresden.
Your DRS to LGW flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as April, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Dresden International Airport to London Gatwick Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between DRS and LGW include:
Frankfurt Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dresden International Airport (DRS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Dresden International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight is R 2,260. A round-trip fare is currently R 6,364. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from DRS to LGW, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Dresden International Airport to London Gatwick Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from DRS to LGW.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Dresden International Airport to London Gatwick Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Dresden International Airport (DRS)
Dresden International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from DRS make it to their destination as scheduled 84.36% of the time.
Central Dresden to Dresden International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near DRS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Dresden International Airport to London Gatwick Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
If you're arriving on a late Dresden International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near LGW:
Grab a London Gatwick Airport rental car and explore London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from London Gatwick Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport to central London has a drive time of around 1 hour 20 minutes. It's approximately 80 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Dresden International Airport to London Gatwick Airport. August is the busiest month to head to London. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
When reserving your flight from Dresden International Airport to London Gatwick Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DRS to LGW sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen London, now it's time to explore other parts of United Kingdom. Travel around 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to tick off its top sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Bristol is another sought-after destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No trip is complete without a visit to Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.