Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Hargeisa Airport (HGA): what you need to know
The timezone in Hargeisa is UTC+3, which is three hours ahead of London.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LGW to HGA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you'd love to tour a different city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Hargeisa Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport is a well-known stop between LGW and HGA.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Hargeisa Airport (HGA)
Right now, ج.م. 21,890 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Hargeisa Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ج.م. 46,848. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LGW to HGA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Hargeisa Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across the month and score a great deal.
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Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Hargeisa Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
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 complete their journey on time.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is around 80 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near LGW? If you're boarding an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Hargeisa Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Hargeisa Airport (HGA)
Get off your London Gatwick Airport to Hargeisa Airport flight and be sprawled out in your hotel bed soon after. If you want a convenient option that's not too far from HGA, make your way to Jees Hotel.
Getting from Hargeisa Airport (HGA) to central Hargeisa
Hargeisa Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Hargeisa. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Hargeisa Airport (HGA)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Hargeisa Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Hargeisa. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Hargeisa Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Hargeisa, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 32ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LGW to HGA in January. Average temperatures are between 12ºC and 26ºC then.
Explore more of Somalia
Extend your Somalia trip with a visit to Burao, located about 161 kilometres east of Hargeisa. Burco Central Mosque (Al-Raxma) is just one of the popular sights to discover here.
Your journey through Somalia wouldn't feel complete without exploring Arabsiyo. Arwo farms is a highlight in this destination, which is roughly 32 kilometres west of Hargeisa.
