Porto to London (OPO–LGW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
OPO–LGW is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. TAP Air Portugal, British Airways and easyJet lead the route. The flight covers 794 miles in approximately 2h 14m. Beyond nonstop, 48 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TP TAP Air Portugal | 14 | 319 | 2h15-2h20 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| BA British Airways | 8 | 320 | 2h15-2h30 | – | Oneworld | – |
| U2 easyJet | 7 | 319 | 2h14 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach London from Porto
| Metric | OPO→LGW | SCQ→LGW | LCG→LGW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from OPO | – | 115 mi | 143 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 29 | 6 | 4 |
| Flight time | 2h 14m | 2h 10m | 1h 55m |
Travel Essentials
OPO: WET · LGW: GMT
When it's 6:00 PM in Porto, it's 6:00 PM in London.
Portuguese passport holders enter the UK without a visa for stays up to 6 months. Since April 2025, an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) must be obtained before travel. The ETA costs GBP 16, is valid for 2 years or until the passport expires, and allows multiple visits. Apply online or through the UK ETA app.
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.
OPO–LGW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from OPO to LGW
Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) are connected by nonstop service from British Airways, TAP Air Portugal and easyJet. With 29 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
OPO to LGW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from OPO to LGW ranges from 2 hours 14 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 794 miles (1,279 km). There are approximately 29 weekly flights outbound and 40 return, totaling 69 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
48 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via TRN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Santiago de Compostela (SCQ), Culleredo (LCG) and Lisbon (LIS).