Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cork Airport (ORK): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cork Airport take 1 hour 28 minutes. Cork and London are in the same timezone (UTC+0), so you won't have to change your watch after you arrive.
For the first departure, jump on the 07:50 flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cork Airport. If you'd like to go later, the latest flight is at 19:50. With 10 flights every week from LGW to ORK, you can select the timing that's best for you.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cork Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between LGW and ORK are:
Frankfurt Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Laleu Airport
Before reserving your cheap ticket from LGW to ORK, check whether you need a visa to enter Ireland. Travel document and visa requirements can vary and are updated often. For the latest information, contact the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're going to.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cork Airport (ORK)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Cork Airport is ₹ 2,258. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 4,144. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 8 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from LGW to ORK.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Cork Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for cheap flight tickets from LGW to ORK every day.
Take advantage of filters to find the best trip for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cork Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Located around 80 kilometres from central London, London Gatwick Airport can be reached in about 1 hour and 19 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel close to LGW? If you're on an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cork Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Cork Airport (ORK)
If you have a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cork Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near ORK:
Getting from Cork Airport (ORK) to central Cork
Cork Airport to the centre of Cork takes about 16 minutes in a car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
It takes around 26 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Cork Airport (ORK)
August is the most popular month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cork Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Cork in February.
Book your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cork Airport for July if you'd like to visit Cork during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 20ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 1ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from LGW to ORK sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Cork
Start your Cork trip right by finding a great stay. After booking your flight from LGW to ORK, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Blarney Castle, Fota Wildlife Park and Titanic Experience Cobh are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Cork itinerary.
Complete your Cork trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we do. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Cork Airport, check out our car rental offers that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the ideal Cork stay.