Traveling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Shah Amanat International Airport (CGP): what you need to know
The timezone in Chittagong is UTC+6, which is six hours ahead of London.
Your LGW to CGP flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Shah Amanat International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LGW and CGP:
Hamad International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Shah Amanat International Airport (CGP)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Shah Amanat International Airport flight is $414. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $1,001. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LGW to CGP if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Shah Amanat International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from LGW to CGP.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Shah Amanat International Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Gatwick Airport, data shows 69.26% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
London Gatwick Airport is about 80 kilometers from central London. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Shah Amanat International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near LGW:
Arriving at Shah Amanat International Airport (CGP)
After your London Gatwick Airport to Shah Amanat International Airport flight has touched down, relax and unwind at a hotel close by. Hotel Agrabad is a comfortable option that's not too far from CGP.
Getting from Shah Amanat International Airport (CGP) to central Chittagong
Shah Amanat International Airport is roughly 32 kilometers from central Chittagong. Driving there takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Shah Amanat International Airport (CGP)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Shah Amanat International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Chittagong based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Shah Amanat International Airport for April if you'd like to go to Chittagong during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LGW to CGP in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of Bangladesh
Dhaka is just one of the many cities in Bangladesh waiting to be explored once you've seen Chittagong. Around 225 kilometers away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including National Parliament House, Dhakeshwari Temple and Bangladesh National Museum.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Bangladesh, consider Khulna, about 241 kilometers west of Chittagong. Padmo Pukur, Rupsa Riverview and Tourlink BD are key highlights.