London to London (LGW–LHR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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LGW–LHR is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Etihad Airways and British Airways lead the route. The flight covers 25 miles in approximately 1h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 119 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EY Etihad Airways | 70 | BUS | 1h25-1h45 | – | – | – |
| BA British Airways | 0 | – | – | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach London from London
| Metric | LGW→LHR | LTN→LHR | STN→LHR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LGW | – | 51 mi | 54 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 70 | 52 | 45 |
| Flight time | 1h 25m | 0h 50m | 1h 25m |
Travel Essentials
LGW: BST · LHR: BST
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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.
Heathrow Express runs every 15 minutes to Paddington (15 min, £25). Piccadilly line is slower (50–60 min) but £5.50 with Oyster. National Express coaches serve all terminals from Victoria (60–90 min, £6–10). Black cabs cost £50–90 to central London depending on traffic and time of day.
Mild maritime climate. Summers average 18–23°C with long daylight hours. Winters are 2–7°C, rarely below freezing. Rain is frequent year-round but rarely heavy. Pack layers and a waterproof jacket regardless of season. Fog can disrupt flights November through February.
LGW–LHR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LGW to LHR
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) are connected by nonstop service from British Airways and Etihad Airways. With 70 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LGW to LHR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LGW to LHR ranges from 1 hours 25 minutes to 1 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 25 miles (41 km). There are approximately 70 weekly flights outbound and 46 return, totaling 116 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
119 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via ORY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Luton, Luton (LTN), London, Essex (STN) and Bristol (BRS).