Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Gatwick travel guide

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You're Going to Love Gatwick

Gatwick is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Gatwick to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Gatwick

Gatwick in February
Estimated hotel price
RM 520
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gatwick in February
Estimated hotel price
RM 520
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Gatwick

Plane

When flying to Gatwick, you’ll arrive at London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is located 0 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Gatwick from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 16h 30m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Gatwick, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Gatwick to Birmingham takes 1h 28m and costs around RM 100 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about RM 190 for a 1h 36m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Gatwick is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 39 km from Gatwick. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gatwick, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Gatwick takes 153 km and will cost you around RM 30. From Bristol, the ticket costs about RM 26 for a journey of 209 km.

Plane

When flying to Gatwick, you’ll arrive at London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is located 0 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Gatwick from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 16h 30m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Gatwick, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Gatwick to Birmingham takes 1h 28m and costs around RM 100 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about RM 190 for a 1h 36m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Gatwick is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 39 km from Gatwick. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gatwick, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Gatwick takes 153 km and will cost you around RM 30. From Bristol, the ticket costs about RM 26 for a journey of 209 km.

Airports near Gatwick

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Gatwick

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Gatwick

Most booked hotels in Gatwick

Holiday Inn London Gatwick - Worth
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
RM 495+
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Sandman Signature London Gatwick Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
RM 579+
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Barrington Lodge
4 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
RM 275+
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Europa Gatwick Hotel & Spa
3 stars
Good (6, Good reviews)
RM 363+
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Hiring a car in Gatwick

Expect to pay RM 7.53 per litre in Gatwick (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 90.34 and RM 120.45. Mini (Seat Mii or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Gatwick, while also 64% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay RM 7.53 per litre in Gatwick (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 90.34 and RM 120.45. Mini (Seat Mii or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Gatwick, while also 64% cheaper than other types, on average.

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