Travelling from Singapore to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Singapore. Explore your options departing from Changi International Airport (SIN) or Seletar Airport (XSP) when reserving your flight from Singapore to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
The average length of a direct Singapore to London Gatwick Airport flight is 13 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is eight hours behind Singapore. London Gatwick Airport is located in London.
Take your pick of 7 direct services every week between Changi International Airport (SIN) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW). This is the busiest route, with Singapore Airlines offering a 11:55pm departure from SIN to LGW.
Your flight from Singapore to LGW 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 flying internationally.
High season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Changi International Airport (SIN) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Singapore to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) operate out of this terminal.
Singapore Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Singapore to London Gatwick Airport jetting out of SIN.
The majority of passengers prefer to fly with Singapore Airlines between SIN and LGW.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance on this route is Singapore Airlines.
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Singapore to LGW that include a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Changi International Airport (SIN), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between SIN and LGW include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
SIN is about 21 kilometres from central Singapore. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Changi International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Singapore to London Gatwick Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to Changi International Airport's on-time performance, 68.95% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
XSP is around 19 kilometres from central Singapore. It takes 25 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your Singapore to LGW flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Seletar Airport:
About London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Consider booking a hotel close to LGW if you have a late flight from Singapore to London Gatwick Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Pick up a London Gatwick Airport rental car and explore London and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle around three weeks before your Singapore to London Gatwick Airport flight.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport to central London is about 40 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport takes about 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Singapore to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Right now, $396 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Singapore to London Gatwick Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $732. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Snap up cheap flights from Singapore to LGW by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
November is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Singapore to London Gatwick Airport ticket. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up on flight tickets from Singapore to LGW.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Singapore to London Gatwick Airport.
The best time to fly from Singapore to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Singapore to London Gatwick Airport (LGW). August is the peak month for travel to London. If you like things a bit more low-key, go in February.
Before locking in your Singapore to LGW flight ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Singapore to London Gatwick Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
Start your London trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Singapore to London Gatwick Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
The British Museum and Westminster Abbey are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your London travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've visited London, now it's time to explore more of the United Kingdom. Journey around 193 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to check off its must-visit sights. From The Windsor Castle to Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
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