Kefallinia Island to London (EFL–LGW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
EFL–LGW is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. easyJet and Jet2.com lead the route. The flight covers 1,350 miles in approximately 3h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 5 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U2 easyJet | 12 | 319, 320 | 3h35-3h40 | – | – | – |
| LS Jet2.com | 2 | 32Q | 3h30 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach London from Kefallinia Island
| Metric | EFL→LGW | ZTH→LGW | PVK→LGW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from EFL | – | 33 mi | 57 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 14 | 11 | 7 |
| Flight time | 3h 30m | 3h 30m | 3h 16m |
Travel Essentials
EFL: EEST · LGW: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Kefallinia Island, it's 4:00 PM in London.
Greek passport holders do not need a visa for the UK for stays up to 6 months. Since April 2, 2025, you must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before traveling. The ETA costs GBP 20, allows multiple entries over 2 years, and is linked to your passport. Apply through the UK ETA app. Most approvals come through within minutes.
A valid passport is required. Greek national ID cards are not accepted for UK entry.
The Gatwick Express departs the South Terminal every 15 minutes to London Victoria (30 min, from £21.50). Thameslink services are cheaper and provide direct access to Farringdon, City Thameslink, Blackfriars, and London Bridge; useful for destinations in the City and East London. Both terminal buildings are connected by a free inter-terminal monorail shuttle (2 min).Taxis from arrivals queue outside; metered fares to central London typically run £70–100 and can exceed this during peak hours. Uber and other ride-shares operate from a designated zone. Rental car desks are in both terminal buildings.
Temperate maritime climate. Winters (November–February) are cool and grey at 3–9°C, with fog, low cloud, and occasional light snow causing moderate delay risks. Summers (June–August) are mild at 18–25°C. Heat waves are increasingly common and can affect ramp operations. Rain falls year-round with no dry season.
Wind is a more frequent disruption factor than snow at Gatwick. The airport has a single active runway and is sensitive to crosswinds. Autumn storms (October–November) occasionally cause significant delays.
EFL–LGW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from EFL to LGW
Kefallinia Airport (EFL) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) are connected by nonstop service from Jet2.com and easyJet. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
EFL to LGW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from EFL to LGW ranges from 3 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,350 miles (2,172 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
5 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 11 hours via ATH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Zakynthos (ZTH), Preveza (PVK) and Kerkyra (Corfu) (CFU).