Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Marsa Alam International Airport (RMF): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Marsa Alam International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 35 minutes.
Marsa Allam is two hours ahead of London and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LGW to RMF 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.
Travelling during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
TUI has direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Marsa Alam International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Marsa Allam — and maybe even more of Egypt if your schedule allows.
TUI is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Marsa Alam International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between LGW and RMF:
Milano Malpensa Airport
Frankfurt Airport
W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Marsa Alam International Airport (RMF)
C$127 is the best price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Marsa Alam International Airport flight. Return flights start from C$261. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from LGW to RMF, book your trip two months ahead of your planned departure.
January is the cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Marsa Alam International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
69.26% of flights that take off from London Gatwick Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To get to London Gatwick Airport from central London, it takes about 1 hour 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 80 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Marsa Alam International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to LGW:
Arriving at Marsa Alam International Airport (RMF)
Reserve a hotel near RMF if you have a late London Gatwick Airport to Marsa Alam International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Marsa Alam International Airport rental car from leading companies like Green Motion or Sixt. With your own wheels, you can go beyond Marsa Allam and experience places that fly under the radar.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Marsa Alam International Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Marsa Alam International Airport (RMF) to central Marsa Allam
From Marsa Alam International Airport, Marsa Allam is approximately 72 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Marsa Alam International Airport (RMF)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Marsa Alam International Airport. September is the most popular month to visit Marsa Allam. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Marsa Alam International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Marsa Allam during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 27ºC (81ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LGW to RMF sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
Luxor is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Marsa Allam. Around 241 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Karnak Temple Sacred Lake, Luxor Temple and Luxor Museum.
Around 354 kilometres north-west of Marsa Allam, Sohag is another favourite stop in Egypt. Experience major highlights starting with كنيسة السيدة العذراء مريم بسوهاج إيبارشيه سوهاج و المنشاة و المراغة, Omar ibn al-Khattab mosque in Naga Disqualified and Mosque Noor Islam.