Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Alta Airport (ALF): what you need to know
Alta's timezone is UTC+1, making Alta one hour ahead of London.
Give yourself enough time to make your LGW to ALF flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Alta Airport. Many passengers pass through Tromso/Langnes Airport when flying between LGW and ALF.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Alta Airport (ALF)
$292 is the lowest price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Alta Airport flight. Return flights start at $482. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from LGW to ALF. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Alta Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across every month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Of the flights that depart from London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% arrive on time at their destination.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is approximately 80 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Alta Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to LGW:
Arriving at Alta Airport (ALF)
Consider staying in a hotel near ALF if you're catching a late London Gatwick Airport to Alta Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up an Alta Airport rental car and explore Alta and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Europcar and Sixt are popular providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Alta Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Alta Airport (ALF) to central Alta
From Alta Airport, Alta is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 5 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It typically takes 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Alta Airport (ALF)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Alta Airport. February is the busiest month to visit Alta. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in June.
Book your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Alta Airport for July if you'd like to visit Alta during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 7ºC and 20ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGW to ALF in January. Average temperatures are between -14ºC and -2ºC then.
Explore more of Norway
Tromso is just one of the many places in Norway waiting to be explored after you've experienced Alta. Around 177 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Arctic Cathedral, Polaria and Tromso Bridge.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Norway, head for Bodo, about 467 kilometres south-west of Alta. Saltstraumen, Bodo Domkirke and Mount Ronvik are key reasons to visit.