Travelling from Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
London's timezone is UTC+0, making London two hours behind Alexandria.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your HBE to LGW flight.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Borg El Arab Airport to London Gatwick Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between HBE and LGW:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Hurghada International Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Currently, C$196 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Borg El Arab Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is C$530. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from HBE to LGW. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Borg El Arab Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from HBE to LGW by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Borg El Arab Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
Handy information about Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Borg El Arab Airport, 75.72% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Alexandria to Borg El Arab Airport is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
If you're catching an early flight from Borg El Arab Airport to London Gatwick Airport, why not stay close by? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy some extra z's) at Villa Mostafa Sadek, Swimming pool, Tennis & Squash - Borg ElArab Airport Alexandria. Relaxation Villa With Private Pool is another convenient accommodation option near HBE.
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
If you're getting in on a late Borg El Arab Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these options near LGW:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and explore beyond London's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from London Gatwick Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport to central London has a drive time of about 1 hour 20 minutes. It's approximately 80 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Borg El Arab Airport to London Gatwick Airport. August is the busiest month to head to London. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Borg El Arab Airport to London Gatwick Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HBE to LGW in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
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