Travelling from Gibraltar Airport (GIB) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Gibraltar Airport to London Gatwick Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 55 minutes.
London's timezone is UTC+0, making London one hour behind Gibraltar.
Flights from GIB to LGW start from 11:05 — the earliest with easyJet. The last departure is at 21:45 with easyJet. Overall, you can choose from six weekly Gibraltar Airport to London Gatwick Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your GIB to LGW flight.
Travelling during a peak month like April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
EasyJet has direct flights from Gibraltar Airport to London Gatwick Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in London — and maybe even more of the United Kingdom if your schedule allows.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with easyJet on this route.
With a reliable 85.0% of services arriving as scheduled, easyJet has the best on-time performance for GIB to LGW flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gibraltar Airport (GIB) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Currently, R 547 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Gibraltar Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 1,337. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book two months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from GIB to LGW.
Organise your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Gibraltar Airport to London Gatwick Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Handy information about Gibraltar Airport (GIB)
Gibraltar Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart GIB reach their destination on time.
Central Gibraltar to Gibraltar Airport is approximately 3 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 10 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near GIB. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Gibraltar Airport to London Gatwick Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
If you're coming in on a late Gibraltar Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these accommodation options near LGW:
Follow your own route with a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and find adventure across London and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from London Gatwick Airport around three weeks ahead.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport to the centre of London has a drive time of about 1 hour 5 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
It typically takes 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Gibraltar Airport to London Gatwick Airport. August is the most popular month to visit London. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Gibraltar Airport to London Gatwick Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GIB to LGW in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. Around 257 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Manchester will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like 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 the best of this destination with a visit to Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.