Traveling from Brussels to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): What you need to know
London Gatwick Airport is located in London. The city runs on the UTC+0 timezone and is one hour behind Brussels.
Your flight from Brussels to LGW won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like October. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Brussels to LGW leaving from Brussels Airport (BRU), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The journey from central Brussels to BRU takes around 20 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometers in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Brussels to London Gatwick Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels near Brussels Airport:
72% of flights departing from Brussels Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Split up your flight from Brussels to London Gatwick Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Brussels South Charleroi Airport and LGW are:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)
You can arrive at CRL from central Brussels in approximately 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to travel the 56 kilometers or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Brussels to LGW flight? Relax in a hotel near Brussels South Charleroi Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Brussels South Charleroi Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 72%.
About London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Brussels to London Gatwick Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near LGW instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and experience the lesser-explored corners of London and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around three weeks before your Brussels to London Gatwick Airport flight.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
The center of London is about 40 kilometers from London Gatwick Airport. Journey times by car rental or cab will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes when traveling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Brussels to London Gatwick Airport is $49. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $103. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Brussels to LGW, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
Affordable Brussels to London Gatwick Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Find an affordable flight from Brussels to London Gatwick Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Brussels to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding your trip dates. September is the quietest month to visit London. July is when most people book flights from Brussels to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which may be ideal if you enjoy traveling when it's busier.
Book a Brussels to LGW plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Brussels to London Gatwick Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
Start your London trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Brussels to London Gatwick Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
The British Museum and Westminster Abbey are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your London to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom waiting to be explored. Around 193 kilometers northwest of London, a trip to Birmingham will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.
If you want to check out another great destination in the United Kingdom, head for Bristol, about 177 kilometers west of London. Banksey, Clifton Suspension Bridge and Bristol International Balloon Fiesta are among the biggest draws.
