Travelling from London to North Front Airport (GIB): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from London to North Front Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 54 minutes.
The timezone in Gibraltar is UTC+1, which is 1 hour ahead of London. North Front Airport is located in Gibraltar.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to North Front Airport (GIB) is the most popular route. There are 19 direct departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, hop on the last flight with easyJet at 16:40. Opt for the first LHR to GIB departure operated by British Airways at 06:15 if you want to get going earlier.
To ensure you get on your flight from London to GIB, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from London to North Front Airport (GIB) take off from this terminal.
British Airways is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from London to North Front Airport taking off from LHR.
LHR is around 31 kilometres from the centre of London. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will show you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from London to North Front Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Prefer to leave from London Gatwick Airport (LGW)? You can reserve a direct flight from London to North Front Airport (GIB) departing from this hub.
British Airways operates direct flights from London to GIB out of LGW. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and get to your destination without any detours.
You can reach LGW from the centre of London in approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes to travel the 80 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from London to GIB, stay in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
About North Front Airport (GIB)
If you're coming in on a late flight from London to North Front Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near GIB:
Getting from North Front Airport (GIB) to central Gibraltar
North Front Airport to the centre of Gibraltar is around 7 minutes in a car. It's approximately 3 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Travelling by public transport takes around 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to North Front Airport (GIB)
For a one-way ticket from London to North Front Airport, R 985 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just R 1,691. These are currently the lowest fares but are subject to change based on availability.
Score cheap tickets from London to GIB by booking 2 months ahead. Based on flight price data, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
You'll score the biggest savings on your tickets from London to North Front Airport if you travel in November. Take it one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the cheapest day to fly out.
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The best time to fly from London to North Front Airport (GIB)
August is the most popular month for flights from London to North Front Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Gibraltar in February when it's quieter.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Gibraltar. The warmest month is August. Lock in your flights from London to GIB during then and you can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 29ºC.
Look for cheap flights from London to North Front Airport in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC and 16ºC on average.
More about Gibraltar
Start your Gibraltar trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London to North Front Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Grand Casemates Square, The Cityline Church Gibraltar and Rock Gun Battery are must-do's during your Gibraltar adventure.
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