Can you fly from Gatwick to London?

The best price we found for a return flight from London Gatwick to London is £530. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.



You cannot fly between London Gatwick (LGW) and other London airports (like Heathrow or City) because they are all part of the same metropolitan high-fidelity aviation hub and are located only about 25 to 40 miles apart. There are no "High-Fidelity" commercial flights serving such a short distance. Instead, the journey from Gatwick to Central London is handled by the Gatwick Express train, which reaches London Victoria in just 30 minutes, or Southern and Thameslink trains which connect to London Bridge and St. Pancras. While some "High-Fidelity" helicopter charter services (like those from London Heliport in Battersea) can provide a private link for the ultra-wealthy, 99% of travelers use the robust rail and bus network. In 2026, flying between these points would be environmentally and logistically impossible. For a "High-Fidelity" transit experience, the train remains the undisputed king of speed and efficiency for moving from the South Terminal directly into the heart of the capital.

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The Gatwick Express train is by far the most preferred method of transportation to get to and from central London and Gatwick Airport. Non-stop trains run every 15 minutes, and take about 30 minutes (or 35 minutes on Sundays) between both pick-up points.

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Gatwick Airport is easily accessible from nearby London and the south-east, by both private and public transport. Explore the options below to find out which method of getting to Gatwick is best for you.

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Costs slightly more, to any central London rail terminal: Gatwick is £8.10 versus £3.10 from Heathrow (quoted fare is off peak using oyster or contactless).

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London Heathrow Airport (LHR) London Heathrow Airport is one of the world's busiest airports and the biggest in the U.K. With four terminals in use, Heathrow services more than 80 airlines from around the world. If you're flying on a long-haul flight into London, chances are this is where you would likely land.

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Transfer from Gatwick Airport To London by Taxi: Gatwick Airport To London Transfer will cost approximately £80.00* for a normal saloon car, which can carry 4 passengers, 2 check-in luggage, and 2 hand luggage.

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Generally, the journey from Gatwick Airport to London by train takes around 48 minutes, although the fastest services take just 28 minutes. As there are around 935 direct trains on this route every day, you don't need to make any changes during your journey.

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The Gatwick Express is a nonstop train service to central London. Trains run every 30 minutes between Gatwick Airport's South Terminal and London Victoria station daily from 5.41am to 11.05pm. The journey time is 34 minutes.

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So, which airport will get you to Big Ben the fastest? Are you looking for a fast and easy connection to the city? Then, Heathrow and London City are the best options, especially if you're flying from the US.

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Heathrow Airport To Gatwick Airport Transfer will cost approximately £61.00* for a standard saloon car which can carry 4 passengers, 2 check-in luggage, and 2 hand luggage. The total mileage under traffic will be 38 miles With free Meet & Greet Service and No Hidden Cost.

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The following times provide a general guide, but we advise you to arrive at least two hours before your flight to allow plenty of time. We recommend that you check with your airline for specific check-in times, as these may vary. Alternatively, you may be able to use self-service or online check-in.

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Over the past 60 years?,? our airport has grown from just 186,000 passengers to over 40 million passengers. We're the busiest single runway airport in Europe.

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The Gatwick Express which runs every 15 minutes ?and takes? 30 minutes? to reach Central London. Journey times vary depending on your destination? and traffic, but take around one hour.

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It takes an average of 51m to travel from London to Gatwick Airport by train, over a distance of around 24 miles (39 km). There are normally 805 trains per day traveling from London to Gatwick Airport and tickets for this journey start from $14.50 when you book in advance.

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The distance you are travelling should impact your choice. Hiring a cab in London is quite economical if you are travelling small distances within the city. The fares will usually stay under your budget for short distance travelling. However, for longer routes, the prices can go a little higher when compared with Uber.

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London black cab fares are metered, and the minimum charge is £3.20. Additional charges apply when you take a black cab from Heathrow, book by phone, and on Christmas Day and New Year's Eve. All black cabs accept payment by credit or debit card without a surcharge.

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For convenience and timings, I'd say Gatwick even though they are both on the same train line which goes through the centre of London (50 minutes to St. Pancras). Luton is more of a low-cost, no frills hub and is much smaller than Gatwick. I would go with Luton but see which airport has the cheapest fares.

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Gatwick can be quicker to get to from London compared with Stansted. Where are you staying, one block off Holborn can mean anywhere in a large area. Gatwick is a much larger airport and maybe is more expensive to get to and further away. Security isn't really any different at either airport.

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Heathrow. Located 14 miles west of central London, Heathrow (LHR) is the busiest airport in the U.K., and one of the world's most famous aviation hubs. This is where you are likely to land if you're arriving on a long-haul flight into London on a full-service airline.

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