London to Bridgetown (LGW–BGI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LGW–BGI is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Britannia Airways Ltd. and UBT lead the route. The flight covers 4,200 miles in approximately 8h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 15 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BY Britannia Airways Ltd. | 8 | 788, 789 | 8h40-9h | – | – | – |
| UBT UBT | 1 | 789 | 8h05 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Bridgetown from London
| Metric | LGW→BGI | LHR→BGI | BRS→BGI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LGW | – | 25 mi | 111 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 9 | 30 | 1 |
| Flight time | 8h 5m | 8h 52m | 8h 20m |
Travel Essentials
LGW: GMT · BGI: AST
When it's 6:00 PM in London, it's 2:00 PM in Bridgetown.
British passport holders enter Barbados visa-free for up to 6 months. No fee, no advance application. Passport must be valid for the duration of the stay. You need proof of onward travel and accommodation details.
Complete the online ED/Departure card (travelform.gov.bb) within 72 hours before arrival. Immigration may request proof of sufficient funds, with no set minimum. Extensions are possible through the Barbados Immigration Department. The 6-month allowance is generous compared to most Caribbean nations.
Direct flights from London Gatwick run about 8 hours 30 minutes on British Airways and Virgin Atlantic. Barbados uses the Barbados dollar (BBD), pegged at 2.00 BBD per $1. US dollars are accepted everywhere. No vaccination requirements for travelers arriving directly from the UK. Yellow fever vaccination is required if transiting through an endemic country (common on routings via South America).
The Gatwick Express runs non-stop from London Victoria to the South Terminal in 30 minutes, with trains every 15 minutes (from £21.50 one-way; advance fares cheaper online). Thameslink trains from London Bridge, Blackfriars, City Thameslink, and Farringdon are slower (35–45 min) but significantly cheaper; often £10–13 on Oyster or contactless. Southern trains also serve the route.National coaches (National Express, Megabus) connect Gatwick to Victoria Coach Station for £6–15. Taxis from central London cost £70–100+ depending on traffic. Driving via M23 and A23 takes 35–60 minutes; multi-storey car parks are directly connected to both terminals by a 2-minute monorail shuttle.
LGW–BGI Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LGW to BGI
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) are connected by nonstop service from Britannia Airways Ltd. and UBT. With 9 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
LGW to BGI Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LGW to BGI ranges from 8 hours 5 minutes to 9 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,200 miles (6,759 km). There are approximately 9 weekly flights outbound and 8 return, totaling 17 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
15 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 10 hours via ANU. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include London (LHR), Bristol (BRS) and Birmingham, West Midlands (BHX).