Travelling from London to Katowice International Airport (KTW): what you need to know
When organising your flight from London to Katowice International Airport (KTW), you'll have a good choice of airports to leave from. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
The timezone in Katowice is UTC+1, which is 1 hour ahead of London. Katowice International Airport is located in Katowice.
With 19 direct flights a week between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Katowice International Airport (KTW) is the most popular route. Ryanair operates the earliest flight at 07:30. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest departure from LHR to KTW is with Wizz Air at 21:55.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from London to KTW.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer queues and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from London to KTW. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
The distance from central London to LHR is about 31 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
Catching an early flight from London to Katowice International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near London Heathrow Airport:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) operates nonstop flights from London to Katowice International Airport (KTW).
Wizz Air operates direct flights from London to KTW leaving from LGW. Book your favourite window seat and arrive at your destination in one go.
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from London to Katowice International Airport. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you want to do, here's where you can stop between London Gatwick Airport and KTW:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
LGW is around 80 kilometres from central London. It'll take you 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from London to KTW? Kick back in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
About Katowice International Airport (KTW)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London to Katowice International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KTW instead:
Getting from Katowice International Airport (KTW) to central Katowice
Katowice International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Katowice. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 35 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 56 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Katowice International Airport (KTW)
Lock in a one-way ticket from London to Katowice International Airport from R 363 or travel return from just R 697. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
To find cheap tickets from London to KTW, book early. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Use the 'Whole month' tool and compare the prices of tickets from London to Katowice International Airport across each month. We've made the lowest fares green, making it easy to choose a flight within your budget.
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The best time to fly from London to Katowice International Airport (KTW)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from London to Katowice International Airport. August is the busiest month to travel to Katowice. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Before booking a flight from London to KTW, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Katowice, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 28ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -8ºC and 4ºC. Search for cheap flights from London to Katowice International Airport sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Katowice
After booking your flight from London to Katowice International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Katowice:
One of the best ways to get to know Katowice is to visit its most popular sights. Essential stops include Nikiszowiec, Valley of Three Ponds (Dolina Trzech Stawow) and Kosciuszko Park.
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