Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Gibraltar Airport (GIB): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Gibraltar Airport is 3 hours.
Every week, there are six London Gatwick Airport to Gibraltar Airport flights. If you prefer to get going as early as possible, take the 06:10 easyJet flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 16:35 with easyJet.
Your LGW to GIB flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Most travellers choose to fly with easyJet on this route.
With a reliable 91.8% of services arriving as planned, easyJet is the most punctual carrier operating LGW to GIB flights.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 82% of flights that take off from LGW land on time.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Gibraltar Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to LGW:
Arriving at Gibraltar Airport (GIB)
Book a hotel close to GIB if you're taking a late London Gatwick Airport to Gibraltar Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Gibraltar Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Goldcar, Budget or Avis and explore beyond Gibraltar's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Gibraltar Airport about three weeks in advance.
Getting from Gibraltar Airport (GIB) to central Gibraltar
From Gibraltar Airport, Gibraltar is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 10 minutes.
When to fly to Gibraltar Airport (GIB)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Gibraltar Airport is March, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Gibraltar based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Gibraltar is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Gibraltar Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGW to GIB in February. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.