Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Rijeka Airport (RJK): what you need to know
Rijeka's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Rijeka one hour ahead of London.
Your LGW to RJK flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Rijeka Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between LGW and RJK include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
EuroAirport Swiss
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Rijeka Airport (RJK)
Currently, R 1,588 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Rijeka Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 2,991. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LGW to RJK if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Rijeka Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from LGW to RJK by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Rijeka Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
69.26% of flights that take off from London Gatwick Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To reach London Gatwick Airport from central London, it takes around 1 hour 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 80 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Rijeka Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near LGW:
Arriving at Rijeka Airport (RJK)
Consider staying in a hotel near RJK if you're catching a late London Gatwick Airport to Rijeka Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Rijeka Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, Sixt or Flizzr and explore beyond Rijeka's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Rijeka Airport about one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Rijeka Airport (RJK) to central Rijeka
From Rijeka Airport, Rijeka is approximately 26 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 50 minutes.
When to fly to Rijeka Airport (RJK)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Rijeka Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Rijeka. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Rijeka is August, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Rijeka Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from LGW to RJK in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of Croatia
Rijeka has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Croatia you'll want to see. Around 129 kilometres north-east of Rijeka, a trip to Zagreb will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Zagreb Cathedral, Ban Jelacic Square and Museum of Broken Relationships.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of Rijeka, Split is another essential stop in Croatia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Diocletian's Palace, Marjan Hill Stairs and Riva Harbour.