Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Porto Airport (OPO): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Porto Airport is 2 hours 25 minutes.
London and Porto are in the same timezone, UTC+0.
Choose from 35 weekly London Gatwick Airport to Porto Airport flights. The 05:20 departure with easyJet is the earliest flight you can take. TAP Portugal operates the latest service of the day at 21:35.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LGW to OPO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
With direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Porto Airport available through a range of airlines, getting to Porto (and then other corners of Portugal) is easy. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:
Most passengers choose to fly with British Airways on this route.
With 68.75% of services landing as planned, TAP Portugal is the most punctual carrier operating LGW to OPO flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Porto Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between LGW and OPO include:
Laleu Airport
Toulouse-Blagnac Airport
Bilbao Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Porto Airport (OPO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Porto Airport flight is 45 €. A return fare right now is 75 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book two months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LGW to OPO.
Schedule your trip for January. That's the cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Porto Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Porto Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
When it comes to London Gatwick Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.26% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to London Gatwick Airport from central London, it'll take about 1 hour 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 80 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to LGW? If you're catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Porto Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Porto Airport (OPO)
Consider staying in a hotel near OPO if you have a late London Gatwick Airport to Porto Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Porto Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Klass Wagen, Goldcar or Drive & Go and explore beyond Porto's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from Porto Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Porto Airport (OPO) to central Porto
Porto Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central Porto. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Porto Airport (OPO)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Porto Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Porto based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Porto is August, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Porto Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LGW to OPO sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Portugal
Porto has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Portugal you'll want to see. Around 274 kilometres south of Porto, a visit to Lisbon will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Torre de Belem Garden, Estrela At Lisbon - Tram 28 and Archaeological museum of Sao Jorge Castle.
Around 274 kilometres south of Porto, Amadora is another essential stop in Portugal. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge.