Flying from Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
London is five hours ahead of Buffalo and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your BUF to LGW flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Buffalo Niagara Airport to London Gatwick Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between BUF and LGW:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Right now, Rs76,784 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Buffalo Niagara Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs180,787. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BUF to LGW if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara Airport to London Gatwick Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap flights from BUF to LGW by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Buffalo Niagara Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
Handy information about Buffalo Niagara Airport (BUF)
BUF's address is Genesee Street.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Buffalo Niagara Airport, 74% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Buffalo Niagara Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Buffalo. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes about 40 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to BUF? If you're catching an early flight from Buffalo Niagara Airport to London Gatwick Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
If you're coming in on a late Buffalo Niagara Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near LGW:
Pick up a London Gatwick Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from London Gatwick Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of London. Driving there takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The quietest month for a flight from Buffalo Niagara Airport to London Gatwick Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit London based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from Buffalo Niagara Airport to London Gatwick Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BUF to LGW in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC then.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. Around 257 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Manchester will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Birmingham is another favourite destination in the United Kingdom and is around 161 kilometres north-west of London. No journey is complete without a visit to Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.