Flying from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
Nottingham and London are in the UTC+0 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your EMA to LGW flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from East Midlands Airport to London Gatwick Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between EMA and LGW:
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How to find the cheapest flights from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
43 € is the best price for a one-way East Midlands Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. A return flight starts from 91 €. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from EMA to LGW if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from East Midlands Airport to London Gatwick Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from EMA to LGW.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from East Midlands Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
Handy information about East Midlands Airport (EMA)
75.1% of flights taking off from East Midlands Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To reach East Midlands Airport from central Nottingham, it'll take around 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to EMA? If you're catching an early flight from East Midlands Airport to London Gatwick Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Reserve a hotel near LGW if you have a late East Midlands Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a London Gatwick Airport rental car and explore London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia are popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from London Gatwick Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport is roughly 80 kilometres from the centre of London. Driving there takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.
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 plan your dates for your flight from East Midlands Airport to London Gatwick Airport. August is the most popular month to head to London. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
When reserving your flight from East Midlands Airport to London Gatwick Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in London, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EMA to LGW in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom you'll want to see. Around 161 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Birmingham will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If there's time to check out another corner of United Kingdom, consider Bristol, roughly 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are among the biggest draws.