Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Turku Airport (TKU): what you need to know
Turku's timezone is UTC+2, making Turku two hours ahead of London.
To ensure you catch your LGW to TKU flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Choose a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Turku Airport. Riga International Airport is a popular stopover on the LGW to TKU route.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Turku Airport (TKU)
ر.ق. 386 is the best price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Turku Airport flight. Return flights start from ر.ق. 640. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from LGW to TKU. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Turku Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Picking up cheap flights from LGW to TKU couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Turku Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is around 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.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Turku Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to LGW:
Arriving at Turku Airport (TKU)
Consider booking a hotel close to TKU if you're taking a late London Gatwick Airport to Turku Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Turku Airport rental car and explore Turku and beyond with your own wheels. FIRENT, Budget and Thrifty are popular providers you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Turku Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Turku Airport (TKU) to central Turku
From Turku Airport, Turku is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Turku Airport (TKU)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Turku Airport is December, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Turku based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Turku Airport for July if you want to explore Turku during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC and 23ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LGW to TKU in January. Average temperatures are between -11ºC and 3ºC then.
Explore more of Finland
Helsinki is just one of the many cities in Finland waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Turku. Around 153 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Helsinki Cathedral, Temppeliaukio Church and Seurasaari Open-Air Museum.
If you want to check out another major stop in Finland, head for Espoo, roughly 137 kilometres east of Turku. Kannusilta riverside walk, Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen are key reasons to visit.
