Travelling from Maurice Bishop International Airport (GND) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
London's timezone is UTC+0, making London four hours ahead of St. George's.
Your GND 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.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Maurice Bishop International Airport to London Gatwick Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between GND and LGW:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Maurice Bishop International Airport (GND) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Maurice Bishop International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight is R 6,971. A return plane ticket is currently R 15,229. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from GND to LGW. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Maurice Bishop International Airport to London Gatwick Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Maurice Bishop International Airport to London Gatwick Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Maurice Bishop International Airport (GND)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Maurice Bishop International Airport, data shows 76% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Maurice Bishop International Airport from central St. George's, it'll take about 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
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Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
If you have a late Maurice Bishop International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near LGW:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia to explore London and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from London Gatwick Airport around three weeks before you travel.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport to central London has a drive time of about 1 hour 5 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 45 minutes.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The quietest month for a flight from Maurice Bishop International 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 laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in London is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Maurice Bishop International 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). Search for cheap tickets from GND to LGW sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've visited London, now it's time to discover other corners of the United Kingdom. Journey about 257 kilometres north-west to Manchester to check off its leading attractions. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another great destination in the United Kingdom, consider Birmingham, about 161 kilometres north-west of London. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are key highlights.