Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport is 1 hour 55 minutes.
Montpellier's timezone is UTC+1, making Montpellier one hour ahead of London.
Every week, there are ten London Gatwick Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board as early as possible, take the 05:55 easyJet flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 18:55 with easyJet.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LGW to MPL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
British Airways offers direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Montpellier — and maybe even more of France if you have time.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with British Airways on this route.
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 Montpellier Mediterranee Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between LGW and MPL include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Nantes Atlantique Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport flight is 25 €. A return plane ticket is currently 51 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book five months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from LGW to MPL.
The cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
69.26% of flights taking off from London Gatwick Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is around 80 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to LGW? If you're catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
Book a hotel close to MPL if you're catching a late London Gatwick Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Montpellier Mediterranee Airport rental car and explore Montpellier and beyond with your own wheels. Keddy By Europcar, Alamo and Europcar are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to central Montpellier
From Montpellier Mediterranee Airport, Montpellier is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Montpellier. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Montpellier, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LGW to MPL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of France
Montpellier has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of France you should also see. Around 129 kilometres east of Montpellier, a visit to Marseille will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.
Lyon is another must-experience destination in France and is around 257 kilometres north of Montpellier. No trip is complete without a visit to Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.