Flying from Krakow Airport (KRK) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Krakow Airport to London Gatwick Airport is 2 hours 40 minutes.
London is one hour behind Krakow and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Every week, there are 16 Krakow Airport to London Gatwick Airport flights. If you want to take off as early as possible, go for the 06:30 Wizz Air flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 21:50 with easyJet.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your KRK to LGW flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Travelling to London (and then discovering more of the United Kingdom!) is a snap with Wizz Air. This popular airline has direct flights from Krakow Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Wizz Air.
Wizz Air is the most punctual carrier that offers KRK to LGW flights. A dependable 82.5% of its services on this route arrive on time.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Krakow Airport to London Gatwick Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between KRK and LGW:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Copenhagen Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Krakow Airport (KRK) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
R 561 is currently the best price for a one-way Krakow Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 985. These fares can change based on demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from KRK to LGW if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
The cheapest month for flights from Krakow Airport to London Gatwick Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Krakow Airport (KRK)
71% of flights departing from Krakow Airport make it to their destination on time.
To get to Krakow Airport from central Krakow, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near KRK. Whether you're catching an early flight from Krakow Airport to London Gatwick Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Krakow Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LGW instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and experience the lesser-explored corners of London and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from London Gatwick Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport to the centre of London has a drive time of around 1 hour 5 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
August is the busiest month for flights from Krakow Airport to London Gatwick Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit London in March.
Before locking in your flight from Krakow Airport to London Gatwick Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from KRK to LGW around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom you'll want to see. Around 257 kilometres north-west of London, a visit 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. Start your sightseeing at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.