Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Umea Airport (UME): what you need to know
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LGW to UME flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Umea Airport (UME)
Currently, 79 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Umea Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 142 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from LGW to UME. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Umea Airport.
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Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
69.26% of flights that leave from London Gatwick Airport make it to their destination on time.
To get to London Gatwick Airport from central London, it takes about 1 hour 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 80 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near LGW. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Umea Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Umea Airport (UME)
Consider staying in a hotel near UME if you're on a late London Gatwick Airport to Umea Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Umea Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Sixt or Hertz and explore beyond Umea's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Umea Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Umea Airport (UME) to central Umea
Umea Airport to the centre of Umea has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Umea Airport (UME)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Umea Airport is January, while September is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Umea based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Umea is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Lock in your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Umea Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGW to UME in February. Temperatures average between -13ºC (9ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) then.
Explore more of Sweden
You've done Umea, now it's time to discover other corners of Sweden. Journey about 467 kilometres south to Uppsala to tick off its must-visit sights. From Stenhagens utsiktsplats to Solvallsparken Rosendal and Frodeparken, Uppsala, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Sweden, consider Sundsvall, roughly 225 kilometres south-west of Umea. Gustav Adolfs kyrka, Kulturmagasinet and Fagerdalsparken are among its highlights.