Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bournemouth Airport (BOH): what you need to know
London and Bournemouth follow the same timezone, UTC+0.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your LGW to BOH flight.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between LGW and BOH include:
Geneve Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Venice Marco Polo Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bournemouth Airport (BOH)
At the moment, R 1,547 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 3,077. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LGW to BOH if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from LGW to BOH.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Of the flights that depart from London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% land on schedule at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport is about 80 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near LGW. Whether you have an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Bournemouth Airport (BOH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BOH instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Bournemouth Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Enterprise, Europcar or Keddy By Europcar and explore beyond Bournemouth's usual tourist stops.
Boost your chances of scoring the best possible rate by booking as early as you can. Reserving your vehicle from Bournemouth Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a good idea.
Getting from Bournemouth Airport (BOH) to central Bournemouth
Bournemouth Airport to central Bournemouth has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Bournemouth Airport (BOH)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth Airport is November, while May is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Bournemouth based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Bournemouth, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGW to BOH in January. Average temperatures are between 1ºC (34ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Bournemouth. Around 153 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in United Kingdom, head for Birmingham, about 193 kilometres north of Bournemouth. Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre are among its highlights.
