Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Kos Airport (KGS): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Kos Airport is 4 hours 1 minute. Greece's timezone is UTC+2, making Greece 2 hours ahead of London.
Every week, there are 5 flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kos Airport. If you'd like to take off early, pick the 00:40 easyJet flight. If you're keen to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure from LGW to KGS is 22:15 with British Airways.
Taking off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Kos Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. Here are the popular stopovers between LGW and KGS:
Naples International Airport
Pisa International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Kos Airport (KGS)
P2,405 is the best price for a one-way ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Kos Airport. A return flight starts at P5,053. These fares may change based on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LGW to KGS if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
August is the cheapest month for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Kos Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll notify you right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time searching for cheap tickets from LGW to KGS every day.
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Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The journey from central London to London Gatwick Airport takes approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 80 kilometres in 1 hour and 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a handy hotel near LGW? If you're on an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Kos Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Kos Airport (KGS)
If you're coming in on a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to Kos Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near KGS:
Getting from Kos Airport (KGS) to central Greece
The centre of Greece is around 434 kilometres from Kos Airport. Journey times by cab or car rental will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of time.
When to fly to Kos Airport (KGS)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Kos Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Greece based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Greece is July, with temperatures ranging between 22 ºC and 33 ºC. Book your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kos Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGW to KGS in January. Average temperatures are between 2 ºC and 13 ºC then.
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Start your Greece trip right by finding an amazing stay. Once you've booked your flight from LGW to KGS, check out our range of hotel options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Agios Panteleimonas, Κύμα - Kyma - The wave and Τρείς μώλοι / Three piers beach are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Greece itinerary.