Flying from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
London is four hours behind Abu Dhabi and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Your AUH to LGW flight won't wait if you're running 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.
During popular months like February, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Abu Dhabi International Airport to London Gatwick Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between AUH and LGW include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Hamad International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
At the moment, ج.م. 4,827 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Abu Dhabi International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ج.م. 11,510. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from AUH to LGW if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to London Gatwick Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from AUH to LGW by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
Handy information about Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Of the departures from Abu Dhabi International Airport, 78.54% touch down on time at their destination.
Abu Dhabi International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Abu Dhabi. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near AUH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to London Gatwick Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
If you're coming in on a late Abu Dhabi International 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 tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near LGW:
Pick up a London Gatwick Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia are leading providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from London Gatwick Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport is approximately 80 kilometres from the centre of London. Driving there takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The quietest month for a flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to London Gatwick Airport is January, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to London based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to London Gatwick Airport for July if you want to go to London during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC and 26ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from AUH to LGW in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen London, now it's time to explore other parts of United Kingdom. Journey around 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to check off its leading sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.