Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG): what you need to know
A direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cagliari Elmas Airport takes an average of 2 hours 37 minutes. The timezone in Cagliari is UTC+1, so it's 1 hour ahead of London.
Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cagliari Elmas Airport start at 05:15 — the first with easyJet. The latest flight in the day is the 22:15 service with British Airways. In total, you can choose from 5 weekly services from LGW to CAG.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Flying into Cagliari (and seeing more of Italy!) is a breeze with British Airways. This popular carrier offers direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cagliari Elmas Airport.
To break up your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cagliari Elmas Airport, think about adding a stopover. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that interests you. The most popular stopovers on the LGW - CAG route are:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Marseille Provence Airport
Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter Italy. Visa requirements vary and travel documentation requirements often change. Before booking your cheap ticket from LGW to CAG, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for current information.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Cagliari Elmas Airport is 54 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 110 €. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from LGW to CAG by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Cagliari Elmas Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The journey from central London to London Gatwick Airport takes approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 80 kilometres in 1 hour and 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a handy hotel near LGW? If you're boarding an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cagliari Elmas Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG)
If you have a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cagliari Elmas Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near CAG:
Getting from Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG) to central Cagliari
Cagliari Elmas Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Cagliari. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 13 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 48 minutes.
When to fly to Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cagliari Elmas Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Cagliari. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Cagliari is July, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cagliari Elmas Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGW to CAG in February. Average temperatures are between 4ºC and 16ºC then.
More about Cagliari
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the best stays in Cagliari right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from LGW to CAG:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Bastione di Saint Remy, Quartiere Castello and Bastione San Remy are top sights which should be on any well-planned Cagliari itinerary.
Complete your Cagliari trip with hotels and a car rental
We don't just compare flights. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Cagliari Elmas Airport, explore our car rental deals that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to see the sights at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the ideal Cagliari stay.