Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bridgetown Airport (BGI): what you need to know
The timezone in Bridgetown is UTC-4, which is four hours behind London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your LGW to BGI flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Bridgetown Airport. These are the top stopovers between LGW and BGI:
Port Of Spain Airport
Saint John's Airport
St Lucia Hewanorra Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bridgetown Airport (BGI)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Bridgetown Airport flight is R 7,582. A return ticket is currently R 13,158. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LGW to BGI if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Bridgetown Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Bridgetown Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport maintains a solid on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from LGW land on schedule 82% of the time.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Bridgetown Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to LGW:
Arriving at Bridgetown Airport (BGI)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a London Gatwick Airport to Bridgetown Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BGI instead:
Explore without limits with a Bridgetown Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Drive A Matic, Stoutes or BAJAN CAR RENTALS and chase adventure across Bridgetown and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Bridgetown Airport around two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Bridgetown Airport (BGI) to central Bridgetown
Bridgetown Airport to the centre of Bridgetown has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Bridgetown Airport (BGI)
January is the busiest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Bridgetown Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Bridgetown in March.
When reserving your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Bridgetown Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Bridgetown, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LGW to BGI in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
Explore more of Barbados
You've done Bridgetown, now it's time to explore other parts of Barbados. Journey around 18 kilometres north to Speightstown to check off its top sights. From Heywoods Beach to Grenade Hall Forest and Signal Station and Arlington House Museum, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Barbados, consider Oistins, roughly 10 kilometres east of Bridgetown. Silver Rock Beach, Enterprise Beach and Long Bay are highlights.