Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Antalya Airport (AYT): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Antalya Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 15 minutes.
Antalya's timezone is UTC+3, making Antalya three hours ahead of London.
You can take your pick of 38 weekly London Gatwick Airport to Antalya Airport flights.
Your LGW to AYT 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 for international travel.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
There are direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Antalya Airport, so getting to Antalya (and then exploring more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a cinch. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with easyJet on this route.
With a dependable 94.12% of services arriving as scheduled, British Airways has the best on-time performance for LGW to AYT flights.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Antalya Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between LGW and AYT:
Munich Airport
Prague Airport
Hamburg International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Antalya Airport (AYT)
Currently, 37 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Antalya Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 100 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from LGW to AYT by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
November is the cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Antalya Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Antalya Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
82% of flights leaving London Gatwick Airport land at their destination according to schedule. With its strong on-time stats, delays are unlikely when setting off from LGW.
London Gatwick Airport is around 48 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to LGW? If you're boarding an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Antalya Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Antalya Airport (AYT)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late London Gatwick Airport to Antalya Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near AYT instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Antalya Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, AllMeet rent a car or Right Cars and explore beyond Antalya's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Antalya Airport around one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Antalya Airport (AYT) to central Antalya
Antalya Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from central Antalya. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Antalya Airport (AYT)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Antalya Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Antalya based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Antalya Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Antalya, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LGW to AYT in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've seen Antalya, now it's time to explore other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 483 kilometres north to Istanbul to check off its popular sights. From Hagia Sophia Museum to Historic Areas of Istanbul and Hagia Sophia History Museum, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 386 kilometres north-east of Antalya, Ankara is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.