Travelling from Orlando to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): What you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Orlando. Orlando International Airport (MCO) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Orlando to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) jetting off from here.
Around 8 hours 30 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Orlando to London Gatwick Airport flight.
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is five hours ahead of Orlando. London Gatwick Airport is located in London.
Orlando International Airport (MCO) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is the most popular route. There are 17 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you have plans before you fly, take the last flight with Norse Atlantic UK at 9:55pm. Opt for the first MCO to LGW departure operated by British Airways at 5:05pm if getting there sooner works for you.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Orlando to LGW.
Popular months like March or holiday times such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise idea.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
You can hop on a direct flight from Orlando to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) out of Orlando International Airport (MCO).
When taking off from MCO, you can catch a direct flight from Orlando to London Gatwick Airport with British Airways.
The most frequently booked airline between MCO and LGW is British Airways.
The most punctual carrier on this route is British Airways. Its services arrive as scheduled 72.86% of the time.
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Orlando to LGW that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from Orlando International Airport (MCO), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between MCO and LGW include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
MCO is about 19 kilometres from central Orlando. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Orlando to London Gatwick Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Orlando International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Orlando International Airport, 77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
The address for MCO is One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
SFB is about 40 kilometres from central Orlando. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Orlando to LGW flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Orlando Sanford International Airport:
Orlando Sanford International Airport has an on-time performance of 69%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that depart from this airport land on schedule.
About London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Book a hotel close to LGW if you're catching a late flight from Orlando to London Gatwick Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Orlando to London Gatwick Airport flight.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport is about 40 kilometres from central London. The time it takes to get to the centre by car hire or taxi will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
R 2,224 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Orlando to London Gatwick Airport. A return flight starts from R 6,108. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Book 11 months before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Orlando to LGW.
The best month for picking up cheap Orlando to London Gatwick Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from Orlando to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Orlando to London Gatwick Airport (LGW). July is the peak month for travel to London. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in January.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Orlando to LGW plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Orlando to London Gatwick Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
Start your London trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Orlando to London Gatwick Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben are attractions you won't want to skip in London.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen London. Around 290 kilometres away to the northwest, well-known attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Birmingham is another standout destination in the United Kingdom and is around 193 kilometres northwest of London. No trip is complete without dropping by Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.