Flying from London to Gilgit Airport (GIL): what you need to know
You can select from numerous airports when organizing your flight from London to Gilgit Airport (GIL). Explore your options for leaving London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also operate in London.
The timezone in Gilgit is UTC+5, which is 5 hours ahead of London. Gilgit Airport is located in Gilgit.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to GIL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Whether you're eager to explore a new city along the way or just take a break, we make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To check out your options departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Islamabad International Airport (ISB) is a stop you can make on your flight from London to GIL.
From the centre of London, LHR is approximately 31 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to reach the terminal.
In search of a handy hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from London to Gilgit Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
On public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 1 hour and 26 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from London to GIL? Relax in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your break officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
About Gilgit Airport (GIL)
If you're coming in on a late flight from London to Gilgit Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near GIL:
Getting from Gilgit Airport (GIL) to central Gilgit
Gilgit Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from central Gilgit. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 8 minutes.
It takes around 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Gilgit Airport (GIL)
For a one-way ticket from London to Gilgit Airport, C$679 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip starting from C$1,414. These are the lowest fares right now but are subject to change based on availability.
We suggest booking as early as possible to secure flight tickets from London to GIL. You're more likely to land a great deal and enjoy a wider choice of departure times and travel dates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from London to Gilgit Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Create a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through email or push notifications. We'll let you know when the fares drop. Timing is key for finding flight tickets from London to GIL.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from London to Gilgit Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from London to Gilgit Airport (GIL)
February is the quietest time of year to fly to Gilgit. Alternatively, follow the crowds and get away in May. This is the most popular month for flights from London to Gilgit Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Gilgit. July is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from London to GIL during then and you can expect temperatures of between 1ºC and 19ºC.
Look for cheap flights from London to Gilgit Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -28ºC and -8ºC on average.
More about Gilgit
Start your Gilgit trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Gilgit Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Dadi Jawari Park, Women Park, Buddha De Yasheni and GDA Park Baseen. Are top attractions which should feature on any good Gilgit itinerary.
Complete your Gilgit trip with a car rental
After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from London to Gilgit Airport, the next step is choosing one of our car rentals in Gilgit. Explore the deals and easily compare your options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.
