Travelling from London to Gisborne Airport (GIS): What you need to know
London has plenty of airports to leave from. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to Gisborne Airport (GIS). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.
The timezone in Gisborne is UTC+13, which is 13 hours ahead of London. Gisborne Airport is located in Gisborne.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from London to GIS. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
In high season, expect longer wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
LHR is around 31 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
In search of a convenient hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Gisborne Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
68.18% of flights departing from London Heathrow Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
LGW is around 80 kilometres from central London. It'll take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to GIS flight:
69.26% of flights out of London Gatwick Airport make it to their destination as expected.
Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is around 64 kilometres from central London. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay close to Stansted Airport and know you'll get to your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early London to Gisborne Airport flight:
The on-time performance record of STN is 64.73%. In other words, that's how often flights departing this airport reach their final stop as planned.
About Gisborne Airport (GIS)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London to Gisborne Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near GIS instead:
Grab a Gisborne Airport rental car and discover Gisborne and beyond with your own wheels. Ezi, Hertz and Thrifty are well-known companies to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your London to Gisborne Airport flight.
Getting from Gisborne Airport (GIS) to central Gisborne
Gisborne Airport to the centre of Gisborne is around 3 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Gisborne Airport (GIS)
ر.ق. 3,885 is the best price for a one-way ticket from London to Gisborne Airport. A return flight starts from ر.ق. 5,570. These fares may change depending on availability.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from London to GIS. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your London to Gisborne Airport ticket.
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Find an affordable flight from London to Gisborne Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from London to Gisborne Airport (GIS)
February is the quietest month for flights from London to Gisborne Airport (GIS), while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Gisborne based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a London to GIS flight ticket departing in January if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Gisborne to range from 14ºC to 25ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from London to Gisborne Airport in July when temperatures are between 6ºC and 14ºC.
More about Gisborne
Once you've booked your flight from London to Gisborne Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Gisborne:
Your visit to Gisborne should come with a side of sightseeing. Leading attractions that are worth your time include Te Urewera National Park, Midway Beach and Okitu - Whales.
Explore more of New Zealand
Hamilton is just one of the many places in New Zealand waiting to be discovered after you've seen Gisborne. Around 257 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Hamilton Pools, Hamilton Gardens and St Peter's Cathedral.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in New Zealand, head for Tauranga, about 193 kilometres north-west of Gisborne. Mauao / Mount Maunganui summit, Mount Maunganui Beachside Holiday Park and Maunganui Beach are key highlights.
