Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Tampere-Pirkkala Airport (TMP): what you need to know
Tampere's timezone is UTC+2, making Tampere two hours ahead of London.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LGW to TMP flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Tampere-Pirkkala Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between LGW and TMP include:
Riga International Airport
Copenhagen Airport
Rhodes Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Tampere-Pirkkala Airport (TMP)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Tampere-Pirkkala Airport flight is Rs31,261. A return fare right now is Rs55,122. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from LGW to TMP. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Tampere-Pirkkala Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Picking up cheap flights from LGW to TMP is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Tampere-Pirkkala Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Of the departures from London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% touch down on time at their destination.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is approximately 80 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near LGW. Whether you're catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tampere-Pirkkala Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Tampere-Pirkkala Airport (TMP)
Consider booking a hotel near TMP if you're catching a late London Gatwick Airport to Tampere-Pirkkala Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Tampere-Pirkkala Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Europcar or Sixt to explore Tampere and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Tampere-Pirkkala Airport around four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Tampere-Pirkkala Airport (TMP) to central Tampere
Tampere-Pirkkala Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central Tampere. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 2 hours 25 minutes.
When to fly to Tampere-Pirkkala Airport (TMP)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Tampere. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Tampere is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC and 25ºC. Book your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Tampere-Pirkkala Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGW to TMP in January. Temperatures average between -14ºC and 2ºC then.
Explore more of Finland
Tampere has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Finland you should also see. Around 161 kilometres south-east of Tampere, a visit to Helsinki will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Helsinki Cathedral, Temppeliaukio Church and Seurasaari Open-Air Museum.
Around 153 kilometres south of Tampere, Espoo is another favourite stop in Finland. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Kannusilta riverside walk, Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen.