Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bern Airport (BRN): what you need to know
The timezone in Bern is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of London.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LGW to BRN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Bern Airport. These are the top stopovers between LGW and BRN:
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Heraklion Airport
Larnaca International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bern Airport (BRN)
£139 is currently the best price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Bern Airport flight. Return flights start at £303. These prices may change depending on demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from LGW to BRN, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Bern Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
69.26% of flights departing from London Gatwick Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
London Gatwick Airport is about 50 miles from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to LGW? If you're boarding an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Bern Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Bern Airport (BRN)
If you're landing on a late London Gatwick Airport to Bern Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near BRN:
Pick up a Bern Airport rental car and discover Bern and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Hertz and Europcar are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Bern Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Bern Airport (BRN) to central Bern
From Bern Airport, Bern is approximately 11 miles away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 55 minutes.
When to fly to Bern Airport (BRN)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Bern Airport. September is the most popular month to head to Bern. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Bern Airport for July if you'd like to visit Bern during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LGW to BRN in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich is just one of the many places in Switzerland waiting to be discovered after you've seen Bern. Around 60 miles away to the north-east, top sights here include Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster.
Basel is another well-known destination in Switzerland and is around 45 miles north of Bern. No trip is complete without experiencing Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
