Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bastia Poretta Airport (BIA): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Bastia Poretta Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 15 minutes.
Bastia - Corsica's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Bastia - Corsica one hour ahead of London.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your LGW to BIA flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
EasyJet has direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Bastia Poretta Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Bastia - Corsica — and maybe even more of France if time allows.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is easyJet.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Bastia Poretta Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between LGW and BIA include:
Strasbourg Airport
Paris Orly Airport
Nantes Atlantique Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bastia Poretta Airport (BIA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Bastia Poretta Airport flight is 40 €. A round-trip fare is currently 90 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from LGW to BIA by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Bastia Poretta Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from LGW to BIA is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Bastia Poretta Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Of all flights leaving London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% land on schedule at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport is around 80 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Bastia Poretta Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to LGW:
Arriving at Bastia Poretta Airport (BIA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a London Gatwick Airport to Bastia Poretta Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BIA instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Bastia Poretta Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Alamo or ADA and explore beyond Bastia - Corsica's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Bastia Poretta Airport about four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Bastia Poretta Airport (BIA) to central Bastia - Corsica
From Bastia Poretta Airport, Bastia - Corsica is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
When to fly to Bastia Poretta Airport (BIA)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Bastia Poretta Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Bastia - Corsica based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Bastia Poretta Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Bastia - Corsica, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LGW to BIA sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of France
You've done Bastia - Corsica, now it's time to explore other parts of France. Travel around 338 kilometres west to Marseille to tick off its leading attractions. From Old Port of Marseille to Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in France, consider Nice, about 209 kilometres north-west of Bastia - Corsica. Promenade Des Anglais, Castle Hill and Matisse Museum are key reasons to visit.