Flying from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Belfast International Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
London's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Belfast.
Choose from 39 weekly Belfast International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with easyJet is the earliest flight you can take. EasyJet operates the last service of the day at 21:20.
Your BFS to LGW flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
EasyJet is your ticket to exploring London (and perhaps some other exciting parts of United Kingdom!). Check out the direct flights from Belfast International Airport to London Gatwick Airport offered by this airline.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with easyJet on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Belfast International Airport to London Gatwick Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between BFS and LGW:
Jersey Airport
Isle of Man Airport
Edinburgh Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Currently, $27 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Belfast International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $99. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from BFS to LGW by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Belfast International Airport to London Gatwick Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BFS to LGW by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Belfast International Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
Handy information about Belfast International Airport (BFS)
67.55% of flights that leave from Belfast International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Belfast to Belfast International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 2 hours when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near BFS? If you're boarding an early flight from Belfast International Airport to London Gatwick Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
If you're getting in on a late Belfast International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near LGW:
Hit the road running by picking up a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and experience the lesser-explored corners of London and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from London Gatwick Airport about three weeks before you set off.
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 driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
August is the most popular month for flights from Belfast International Airport to London Gatwick Airport. To escape the crowds, head to London in January.
The warmest month in London is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Belfast International Airport to London Gatwick Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from BFS to LGW in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. Around 161 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Birmingham will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in United Kingdom, head for Bristol, roughly 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are key highlights.