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Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 11 hours 25 minutes.
Los Angeles's timezone is UTC-7, making Los Angeles seven hours behind London.
Leave plenty of time to make your LGW to LAX flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Norse Atlantic UK has direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Los Angeles — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.
Norse Atlantic UK is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between LGW and LAX:
Dublin Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight is 192 €. A round-trip ticket is currently 323 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from LGW to LAX by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from LGW to LAX is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new deal comes up.
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Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Of the departures from London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach London Gatwick Airport from central London, it'll take around 1 hour 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 80 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near LGW. Whether you've booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
If you're coming in on a late London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near LAX:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and venture far and wide through Los Angeles and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport around one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
It takes roughly 55 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Los Angeles based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LGW to LAX sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Los Angeles, now it's time to explore more of United States. Journey about 177 kilometres south-east to San Diego to tick off its leading sights. From San Diego Zoo to USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego, there's plenty to keep you busy.
San Jose is another favourite destination in United States and is around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. No trip is complete without seeing Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
