Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Katowice International Airport (KTW): what you need to know
Katowice's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Katowice one hour ahead of London.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LGW to KTW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Katowice International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between LGW and KTW:
Frankfurt Airport
Orio al Serio International Airport
Pula Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Katowice International Airport (KTW)
R 1,217 is the best price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Katowice International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 2,898. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from LGW to KTW, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Katowice International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
69.26% of flights taking off from London Gatwick Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is approximately 80 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport will take about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near LGW. Whether you have an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Katowice International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Katowice International Airport (KTW)
Book a hotel close to KTW if you're catching a late London Gatwick Airport to Katowice International Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Katowice International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Flex To Go, Wheego or kaizen rent and experience the lesser-explored corners of Katowice and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Katowice International Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Katowice International Airport (KTW) to central Katowice
Katowice International Airport to the centre of Katowice has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 55 minutes.
When to fly to Katowice International Airport (KTW)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Katowice International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Katowice based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Katowice International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Katowice during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LGW to KTW around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Poland
Katowice has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Poland waiting to be discovered. Around 257 kilometres north-east of Katowice, a trip to Warsaw will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Warsaw Royal Castle Gardens, The Royal Castle in Warsaw and Palace of Culture and Science.
If there's time to check out another corner of Poland, consider Lodz, about 177 kilometres north of Katowice. Piotrkowska Street, Museum of the Factory and Herbst Palace Museum. Branch Museum of Art are highlights.