Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Victoria: what you need to know
The timezone in Victoria is UTC-7. The city is eight hours behind London, where London Gatwick Airport is located.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your LGW to Victoria flight.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing for plane tickets from LGW to Victoria, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Travelling from central London to LGW takes around 30 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 1 hour 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near LGW. Whether you're taking an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Victoria or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
69.26% of flights that depart London Gatwick Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Victoria
Rs107,944 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Victoria flight. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs184,180. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from LGW to Victoria. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your London Gatwick Airport to Victoria ticket.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Victoria by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Victoria
Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to the centre of Victoria takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Victoria. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YYJ instead:
Grab a Victoria International Airport rental car and discover Victoria and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Avis are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Victoria International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from LGW to Victoria can help you get the best possible rate.
Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH)
After your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Victoria has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 5 minutes by car. Central Victoria is roughly 2 kilometres from Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 10 minutes or so.
After stepping off your LGW to Victoria flight, unwind at a hotel close to YWH. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Victoria
Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Victoria. The city comes alive during high season, but hotel prices are typically higher and top attractions can get crowded. Visit Victoria in the off-season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your London Gatwick Airport to Victoria flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Victoria, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 23ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from LGW to Victoria around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Victoria
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Victoria right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Victoria:
Craigdarroch Castle and Royal BC Museum are a couple of top attractions to put on your Victoria itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Inner Harbour.
Explore more of Canada
Victoria is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Canada you'll want to see. About 105 kilometres north-east of Victoria, a trip to Abbotsford will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Discovery Trail Dog Park, Ag-Rec Centre and Maclure park.
Coquitlam is another standout destination in Canada and is around 105 kilometres north-east of Victoria. No journey is complete without a visit to Laurentian Park, Maquabeak Park and Crane Park.
