Flying from Granada Airport (GRX) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Granada Airport to London Gatwick Airport is 2 hours 35 minutes.
London's timezone is UTC+0, making London one hour behind Granada.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your GRX to LGW flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Flying into London (and then exploring more of United Kingdom!) is easy with Vueling. This popular carrier has direct flights from Granada Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Vueling.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Granada Airport to London Gatwick Airport. Here are the top stopovers between GRX and LGW:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Granada Airport (GRX) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Granada Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight is R 1,053. A round-trip fare right now is R 2,422. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from GRX to LGW by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Granada Airport to London Gatwick Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from GRX to LGW.
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Handy information about Granada Airport (GRX)
Granada Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 86.9% of flights that depart GRX arrive at their destination on time.
Central Granada to Granada Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near GRX. Whether you have an early flight from Granada Airport to London Gatwick Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Book a hotel close to LGW if you have a late Granada Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route 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.
To secure 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 is approximately 80 kilometres from the centre of London. Driving there takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Granada Airport to London Gatwick Airport. August is the busiest month to head to London. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your flight from Granada 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).
Look for cheap tickets from GRX to LGW in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen London. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another must-experience destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No journey is complete without experiencing Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.