Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH): what you need to know
The timezone in Kaohsiung is UTC+8, which is eight hours ahead of London.
To ensure you get on your LGW to KHH flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Kaohsiung International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between LGW and KHH:
Changi International Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Kaohsiung International Airport flight is 307 €. A round-trip fare right now is 531 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LGW to KHH if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kaohsiung International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kaohsiung International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Of the departures from London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport is about 80 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near LGW. Whether you've booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Kaohsiung International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a London Gatwick Airport to Kaohsiung International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KHH instead:
Grab a Kaohsiung International Airport rental car and explore Kaohsiung and beyond with your own set of wheels. 固得租車, Ho Ing and Holiday are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Kaohsiung International Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH) to central Kaohsiung
From Kaohsiung International Airport, Kaohsiung is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Kaohsiung International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Kaohsiung based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Kaohsiung International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Kaohsiung, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LGW to KHH sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Taiwan
You've done Kaohsiung, now it's time to discover other parts of Taiwan. Travel about 290 kilometres north-east to Taipei to check off its top sights. From Taipei 101 to Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Ximending Night Market, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another corner of Taiwan, head for T'ai-chung-shih, roughly 177 kilometres north of Kaohsiung. Taichung Park, Lifu Museum of Chinese Medicine. China Medical University and 柳川藍帶水岸 are among its highlights.