Traveling from London to Gibraltar International Airport (GIB): What you need to know
The average duration of a direct London to Gibraltar International Airport flight is 2 hours 55 minutes.
Gibraltar International Airport is located in Gibraltar. The city runs on the UTC+1 timezone and is one hour ahead of London.
The most popular route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Gibraltar International Airport (GIB), with 12 direct services every week. If you're not one for hanging around, the earliest flight from LHR to GIB is the 6:15am British Airways service. If you need some extra time before takeoff, the final departure is at 2:10pm with British Airways.
Your flight from London to GIB 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 for international travel.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for an international flight. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can take a direct flight from London to Gibraltar International Airport (GIB) leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
You can book a direct flight from London to Gibraltar International Airport with British Airways. This top carrier offers services from LHR.
The majority of travelers choose to fly with British Airways from LHR to GIB.
With 70.71% of its services landing on schedule, British Airways is the leading performer for punctuality on this route.
LHR is around 24 kilometers from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from London to Gibraltar International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to London Heathrow Airport:
78% of flights departing from London Heathrow Airport reach their destination on schedule.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can book a direct London to Gibraltar International Airport (GIB) plane ticket with departures from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Work out whether leaving from LGW works best for your plans.
From LGW, direct flights from London to GIB can be booked with easyJet.
EasyJet is the top choice for bookings on the LGW to GIB route.
If you want a carrier known for punctuality, go with easyJet. It has an on-time performance of 91.8% for flights between London Gatwick Airport and Gibraltar International Airport.
LGW is about 48 kilometers from central London. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your London to GIB flight? Check in to a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your vacation officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
Most flights that depart London Gatwick Airport touch down at their destination as planned. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 82%.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
From the center of London, STN is around 56 kilometers away. It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to get there by car and 45 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay close to London Stansted Airport and know you'll make it to your boarding gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early London to Gibraltar International Airport flight:
STN has a reliable on-time arrivals performance of 80%, so you can rely on your flight to stay on course and reach your destination as planned.
About Gibraltar International Airport (GIB)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London to Gibraltar International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near GIB instead:
For the lowest price, reserve your ride around three weeks in advance of your London to Gibraltar International Airport flight.
Getting from Gibraltar International Airport (GIB) to central Gibraltar
Gibraltar International Airport is roughly 2 kilometers from central Gibraltar. How long it takes to get there by cab or car rental will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
It'll take around 10 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Gibraltar International Airport (GIB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Gibraltar International Airport is AED 179. For a return flight on this route, the best price is AED 342. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap flights from London to GIB, book your plane ticket six months ahead of your departure date.
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The best time to fly from London to Gibraltar International Airport (GIB)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from London to Gibraltar International Airport (GIB). April is the most popular month to visit Gibraltar. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in January.
The warmest month in Gibraltar is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your London to GIB plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
February sees temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from London to Gibraltar International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Gibraltar
Start your Gibraltar trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Gibraltar International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Your trip to Gibraltar should come with a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions that should be on your list include The Rock of Gibraltar, Skywalk Gibraltar and Gibraltar Nature Reserve.