Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Llabanere Airport (PGF): what you need to know
The timezone in Perpignan is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your LGW to PGF flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Llabanere Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LGW and PGF:
Nantes Atlantique Airport
Dublin Airport
Menara Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Llabanere Airport (PGF)
Currently, R 1,877 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Llabanere Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 4,334. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from LGW to PGF, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Llabanere Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from LGW to PGF.
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Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Of the departures from London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport is around 80 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near LGW? If you've booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Llabanere Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Llabanere Airport (PGF)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late London Gatwick Airport to Llabanere Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PGF instead:
Explore without limits with a Llabanere Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Sixt or Enterprise and chase adventure across Perpignan and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Llabanere Airport about two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Llabanere Airport (PGF) to central Perpignan
From Llabanere Airport, Perpignan is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Llabanere Airport (PGF)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Llabanere Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Perpignan based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Perpignan is July, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Llabanere Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LGW to PGF in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of France
You've visited Perpignan, now it's time to explore more of France. Journey around 209 kilometres east to Marseille to check off its top sights. From Old Port of Marseille to Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Lyon is another must-experience destination in France and is around 370 kilometres north-east of Perpignan. No trip is complete without seeing Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.