Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Split Airport (SPU): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Split Airport is 2 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Split is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of London.
Flights from LGW to SPU start from 05:25 — the earliest with easyJet. The last service of the day is at 17:30 with easyJet. In total, there are nine weekly London Gatwick Airport to Split Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your LGW to SPU flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Croatia Airlines offers direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Split Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Split — and maybe even more of Croatia if time allows.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Croatia Airlines.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Split Airport. These are the top stopovers between LGW and SPU:
Geneve Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Pula Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Split Airport (SPU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Split Airport flight is ₹ 3,882. A round-trip fare right now is ₹ 5,808. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book ten months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LGW to SPU.
Schedule your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Split Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
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Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Split Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Of all flights departing from London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% land on schedule 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 ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Split Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to LGW:
Arriving at Split Airport (SPU)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a London Gatwick Airport to Split Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SPU instead:
Pick up a Split Airport rental car and explore Split and beyond with your own set of wheels. AVIA Rent, Carwiz and united rent a car are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Split Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Split Airport (SPU) to central Split
Split Airport is approximately 23 kilometres from central Split. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Split Airport (SPU)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Split Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Split based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Split Airport for August if you'd like to explore Split during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 31ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 1ºC and 12ºC. Search for cheap tickets from LGW to SPU sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Croatia
Zagreb is just one of the many places in Croatia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Split. Around 257 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Zagreb Cathedral, Ban Jelacic Square and Museum of Broken Relationships.
Rijeka is another standout destination in Croatia and is around 257 kilometres north-west of Split. No trip is complete without dropping by Trsat castle park, Old Gateway (Roman Arch) and Korzo.