Travelling from Victoria to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Victoria. Victoria International Airport (YYJ) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Victoria to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) departing from here.
London is eight hours ahead of Victoria. London Gatwick Airport is located in London, which is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Victoria to LGW.
Peak season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Victoria
Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
Travelling from central Victoria to YYJ takes about 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Victoria International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Victoria to London Gatwick Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
67.45% of flights taking off from Victoria International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH)
On public transport, you can travel from central Victoria to YWH in around 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 2 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 5 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Victoria Inner Harbour Airport the day before your Victoria to LGW flight:
About London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Have a late flight from Victoria to London Gatwick Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near LGW and fast-forward to bedtime:
Begin your adventure by picking up a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia to explore London and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride around three weeks before your Victoria to London Gatwick Airport flight.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport to the centre of London is roughly 40 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Victoria to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
R 4,345 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Victoria to London Gatwick Airport. A return flight starts at R 11,169. These prices may change depending on demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Victoria to LGW if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Cheap Victoria to London Gatwick Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Victoria to London Gatwick Airport.
The best time to fly from Victoria to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Victoria to London Gatwick Airport (LGW). August is when most people visit London. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in February.
Lock in a Victoria to LGW plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Victoria to London Gatwick Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
Start your London trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Victoria to London Gatwick Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
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Explore more of the United Kingdom
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