Flying from Philadelphia to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): What you need to know
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is Philadelphia's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Philadelphia to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) jetting off from here.
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is four hours ahead of Philadelphia. London Gatwick Airport is located in London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Philadelphia to LGW.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Philadelphia to LGW that include a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between PHL and LGW include:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
PHL is about 19 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Philadelphia International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Philadelphia to London Gatwick Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Philadelphia International Airport, data shows 78.93% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Philadelphia to TTN in around 1 hour 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 40 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Philadelphia to LGW flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Trenton-Mercer Airport:
Trenton-Mercer Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 82.45% of flights departing here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
You'll find TTN at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
If you have a late flight from Philadelphia to London Gatwick Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near LGW:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and venture far and wide through London and beyond.
Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Philadelphia to London Gatwick Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport to the centre of London is around 40 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
It takes around 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Currently, 161 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to London Gatwick Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 465 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Philadelphia to LGW. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Philadelphia to London Gatwick Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Think about the pace you're looking for when picking your flight dates. February is the quietest month to visit London. August is when most people book flights from Philadelphia to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
Lock in a Philadelphia to LGW plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Philadelphia to London Gatwick Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
After booking your flight from Philadelphia to London Gatwick Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring London:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned London itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom you'll want to see. Around 193 kilometres north-west of London, a visit to Birmingham will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like The Windsor Castle, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. No visit is complete without checking out Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge.