Travelling from London International Airport (YXU) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
London's timezone is UTC+0, which makes London four hours ahead of London.
Leave enough time to catch your YXU to LGW flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from London International Airport (YXU) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight is R 7,221. A return ticket is currently R 19,977. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from YXU to LGW, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from London International Airport to London Gatwick Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across each month and score a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from YXU to LGW.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from London International Airport to London Gatwick Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about London International Airport (YXU)
50.41% of flights that leave from London International Airport land at their destination on time.
Central London to London International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 55 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near YXU. Whether you're taking an early flight from London International Airport to London Gatwick Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late London International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LGW instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and experience the lesser-explored corners of London and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from London Gatwick Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
From London Gatwick Airport, London is approximately 80 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from London International Airport to London Gatwick Airport. August is the most popular month to visit London. If you want a quieter vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in London is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from London International Airport to London Gatwick Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from YXU to LGW sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored after you've seen London. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another sought-after destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No trip is complete without visiting Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.
