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 January
Estimated hotel price
S$ 140
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gatwick in January
Estimated hotel price
S$ 140
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 Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 13h 45m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Gatwick, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Gatwick to Brighton takes 1h 05m and costs around S$ 58 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Cambridge, expect to pay about S$ 46 for a 1h 08m 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 U-Save, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Gatwick using FlixBus or National Express. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Gatwick takes 233 km and will cost you around S$ 19. From Bristol, the ticket costs about S$ 13 for a journey of 249 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 Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 13h 45m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Gatwick, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Gatwick to Brighton takes 1h 05m and costs around S$ 58 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Cambridge, expect to pay about S$ 46 for a 1h 08m 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 U-Save, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Gatwick using FlixBus or National Express. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Gatwick takes 233 km and will cost you around S$ 19. From Bristol, the ticket costs about S$ 13 for a journey of 249 km.

Airports near Gatwick

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Gatwick

Lufthansa
Good (7,975 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,511 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,949 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,459 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,356 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,937 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,212 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (915 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,690 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,570 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,770 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,004 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,193 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,392 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (406 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,242 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,434 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,318 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Gatwick

Most booked hotels in Gatwick

Gatwick Turret Guest House
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
S$ 113+
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Maple Manor Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
S$ 140+
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The Corner House Hotel Gatwick
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
S$ 128+
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Gainsborough Lodge
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
S$ 106+
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Hiring a car in Gatwick

Hiring a car in Gatwick costs S$ 37 per day, on average.

Expect to pay S$ 2.69 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 S$ 32.24 and S$ 42.99. The most frequently booked car type in Gatwick is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 85% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Gatwick costs S$ 37 per day, on average.

Expect to pay S$ 2.69 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 S$ 32.24 and S$ 42.99. The most frequently booked car type in Gatwick is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 85% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Gatwick

Mini

2 Adults, 2 Bags

S$ 45/day

Mini

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

S$ 47/day

Compact
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