Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Barca Airport (KSC): what you need to know
Kosice's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Kosice one hour ahead of London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your LGW to KSC flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Barca Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between LGW and KSC:
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
Zurich Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Barca Airport (KSC)
Right now, R 1,031 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Barca Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 2,423. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from LGW to KSC, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Barca Airport.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Barca Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Of the flights that depart from London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to London Gatwick Airport from central London, it'll take about 1 hour 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 80 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport will take about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near LGW. Whether you've booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Barca Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Barca Airport (KSC)
If you have a late London Gatwick Airport to Barca Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near KSC:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Barca Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Europcar or Wheego and experience the lesser-explored corners of Kosice and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Barca Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Barca Airport (KSC) to central Kosice
Barca Airport to central Kosice has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Barca Airport (KSC)
July is the most popular month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Barca Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Kosice in April.
The warmest month in Kosice is August, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Barca Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGW to KSC in January. Temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.
Explore more of Slovakia
You've done Kosice, now it's time to explore other corners of Slovakia. Travel around 306 kilometres west to Bratislava to check off its must-visit sights. From Bratislava Castle to Old Town Hall and St. Martin's Cathedral, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 32 kilometres north of Kosice, Presov is another essential stop in Slovakia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Skatepark Prešov, Opustená nemocničná spaľovňan and 3D model historického Prešova.