Travelling from Almeria Airport (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Almeria Airport to London Gatwick Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.
London's timezone is UTC+0, which makes London one hour behind Almeria.
Every week, there are three Almeria Airport to London Gatwick Airport flights. To be on board as soon as possible, pick the 10:00 easyJet flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 21:20 with easyJet.
To ensure you catch your LEI to LGW flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
EasyJet offers direct flights from Almeria Airport to London Gatwick Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in London — and maybe even more of United Kingdom if you have time.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is easyJet.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Almeria Airport to London Gatwick Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between LEI and LGW:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Seville Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Almeria Airport (LEI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Almeria Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight is C$25. A return ticket is currently C$94. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book one month before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LEI to LGW.
The cheapest month for flights from Almeria Airport to London Gatwick Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from LEI to LGW by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Almeria Airport to London Gatwick Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Almeria Airport (LEI)
Almeria Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 86.22% of flights that depart LEI reach their destination without delay.
Almeria Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Almeria. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near LEI? If you're boarding an early flight from Almeria Airport to London Gatwick Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
If you're landing on a late Almeria Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near LGW:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia to explore London and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from London Gatwick Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport to the centre of London has a drive time of about 1 hour 20 minutes. It's approximately 80 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The quietest month for a flight from Almeria Airport to London Gatwick Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to London based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Almeria Airport to London Gatwick Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LEI to LGW in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've visited London, now it's time to discover other corners of United Kingdom. Journey about 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to tick off its must-visit sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another great destination in United Kingdom, consider Bristol, about 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are among its highlights.