Travelling from Vancouver to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
When looking for a flight from Vancouver to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), there's a nice selection of airports you can jet off from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are among Vancouver's main options.
Hop on a direct flight from Vancouver to London Gatwick Airport and you'll be travelling for around 9 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is 7 hours ahead of Vancouver. London Gatwick Airport is located in London.
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is the most popular route. There are 5 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, take the last flight with British Airways at 15:20. Choose the first YVR to LGW departure operated by British Airways at 15:20 if you want to get going earlier.
To ensure you get on your flight from Vancouver to LGW, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Vancouver to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) take off from this terminal.
When leaving from YVR, you can take a direct flight from Vancouver to London Gatwick Airport with British Airways.
Travelling from central Vancouver to YVR takes approximately 33 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Vancouver to London Gatwick Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near Vancouver International Airport:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH)
Want other options for a direct flight from Vancouver to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)? Check out the fares departing from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH).
Board your direct flight from Vancouver to LGW with British Airways. This is one of the leading carriers flying this route out of CXH.
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to freshen up with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Vancouver to London Gatwick Airport, check out these options when departing from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base:
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
CXH is about 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It takes 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 16 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Vancouver to LGW, chill out in one of these hotels close to Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base:
About London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Consider booking a hotel near LGW if you're catching a late flight from Vancouver to London Gatwick Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
From London Gatwick Airport, London is approximately 80 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour and 19 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour and 26 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
For a one-way ticket from Vancouver to London Gatwick Airport, 241 € is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight starting from 522 €. These are the lowest fares right now but could change based on availability.
Get cheap tickets from Vancouver to LGW by booking at least 8 months ahead. Based on flight price data, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Vancouver to London Gatwick Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
February is the quietest time to travel to London. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take off in August. This is the busiest month for flights from Vancouver to London Gatwick Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Book your flight from Vancouver to LGW for July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Vancouver to London Gatwick Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about London
After booking your flight from Vancouver to London Gatwick Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring London:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are attractions you won't want to skip in London.
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