Travelling from Belfast to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
Begin your travels at one of Belfast's main airports, Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD). Explore your options for booking a flight from Belfast to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) taking off from either of these.
The average duration of a direct flight from Belfast to London Gatwick Airport is 1 hour 25 minutes.
Belfast and London (where London Gatwick Airport is located) share the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
The busiest route is from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), with 39 direct weekly services. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BFS to LGW is the 06:00 easyJet service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 21:20 with easyJet.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Belfast to LGW. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Take off and land with no stops from Belfast International Airport (BFS). Direct flights from Belfast to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) operate from here.
If you want to leave from BFS, you can take a direct flight from Belfast to London Gatwick Airport with easyJet.
The distance from central Belfast to BFS is around 32 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Want a handy hotel near Belfast International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Belfast to London Gatwick Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Looking to fly out of George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)? You can reserve a direct flight from Belfast to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) out of this popular hub.
Board your direct flight from Belfast to LGW with easyJet. This is one of the top airlines flying this route out of BHD.
On public transport, you can travel from central Belfast to BHD in about 22 minutes. The terminal is roughly 8 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 12 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with another night away? Consider kicking back in one of these accommodation options near George Best Belfast City Airport the day before your flight from Belfast to LGW:
About London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Belfast to London Gatwick Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LGW instead:
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport is approximately 80 kilometres from the centre of London. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 1 hour and 19 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
ر.ق. 80 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to London Gatwick Airport. Return flights start from ر.ق. 234. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
You're more likely to score cheap tickets from Belfast to LGW if you book 9 months ahead. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares on this route are usually at their lowest.
You'll snag the best savings on your tickets from Belfast to London Gatwick Airport by travelling in June. Take it one step further and use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest day to fly out.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Belfast to London Gatwick Airport. August is the busiest month to visit London. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Schedule your flight from Belfast to LGW for July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
Visit in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Average temperatures range between 0ºC and 9ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Belfast to London Gatwick Airport.
More about London
After booking your flight from Belfast to London Gatwick Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring London:
One of the best ways to get a feel for London is to explore its leading attractions. Highlights include Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
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