Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
London's timezone is UTC+0, making London 11 hours behind Sydney.
Your SYD to LGW flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak month like April? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to London Gatwick Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between SYD and LGW:
Changi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Right now, 307 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 647 €. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SYD to LGW if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to London Gatwick Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SYD to LGW by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to London Gatwick Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
69.62% of flights that depart Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near SYD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to London Gatwick Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LGW instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia to explore London and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from London Gatwick Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport is approximately 80 kilometres from the centre of London. Driving there takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to London Gatwick Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit London based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to London Gatwick Airport for July if you'd like to visit London during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SYD to LGW around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen London, now it's time to discover more of United Kingdom. Travel about 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to check off its leading attractions. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.