Travelling from Warsaw to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): What you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll leave from in Warsaw. Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Warsaw to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaving from here.
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 30 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Warsaw to London Gatwick Airport flight.
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Warsaw. London Gatwick Airport is located in London.
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is the most popular route. You can select from 6 direct services each week between WAW and LGW.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Warsaw to LGW. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as September, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Airports in Warsaw
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Warsaw to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) take off from this terminal.
When taking off from WAW, you can catch a direct flight from Warsaw to London Gatwick Airport with Wizz Air UK.
Wizz Air UK is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from WAW to LGW.
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Warsaw, WAW can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Warsaw Chopin Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Warsaw to London Gatwick Airport, these accommodation options will put you conveniently close to check-in:
Warsaw Chopin Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from WAW touch down on schedule 80% of the time.
Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Warsaw to WMI in about 50 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Warsaw Modlin Airport the day before your Warsaw to LGW flight:
Warsaw Radom Airport (RDO)
Booking a plane ticket from Warsaw to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) with a stop or two can give you a bigger choice of departure times and access to lower fares. When jetting off from Warsaw Radom Airport (RDO), here's where you can make a pit stop at on your way to LGW:
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
Aktion Airport (PVK)
From central Warsaw, RDO is around 97 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the airport by car and 2 hours or so if you're on public transport.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Warsaw to London Gatwick Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Warsaw Radom Airport make departure day a breeze if you're jetting off early:
With 100% of its departing flights arriving when they should, RDO is a dependable starting point for your adventure.
About London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Warsaw to London Gatwick Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near LGW instead:
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Warsaw to London Gatwick Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
Central London is around 40 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport. Journey times by car hire or taxi will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of time.
It'll take around 1 hour 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Currently, R 749 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Warsaw to London Gatwick Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,733. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Warsaw to LGW, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap Warsaw to London Gatwick Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Warsaw to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Think about the pace you're looking for when picking your flight dates. January is the quietest month to go to London. July is when most people book flights from Warsaw to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
When booking your Warsaw to LGW plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Warsaw to London Gatwick Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in London right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Warsaw to London Gatwick Airport:
You'll find loads of exciting things to do in London when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Head straight for The British Museum followed by Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've visited London, now it's time to explore other parts of the United Kingdom. Travel about 290 kilometres northwest to Manchester to check off its popular sights. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in the United Kingdom, consider Birmingham, roughly 193 kilometres northwest of London. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are among its highlights.