London to Southend-on-Sea, Essex (LGW–SEN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
While no nonstop service exists between LGW and SEN, 1-stop connecting options are available.
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Southend-on-Sea, Essex from London
| Metric | LGW→SEN | LCY→SEN |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from LGW | – | 27 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 |
| Weekly flights | – | 1 |
Travel Essentials
LGW: BST · SEN: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in London, it's 6:00 PM in Southend-on-Sea, Essex.
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–SEN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Charles de Gaulle, Amsterdam and Palma de Mallorca. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include London (LCY).