Cheap Flights from Guernsey to London

If you're heading north from Guernsey to London, Aurigny Air Services is your go-to airline. Aurigny offers several cheap flights from Guernsey to London daily. The nonstop flights from Guernsey to London land at either London Gatwick (LGW) or London Stansted (STN) airports.

Cheap flights from Guernsey to London fly out of Guernsey Airport (GCI). Guernsey's single terminal building is small and easily navigated. It's also nicely appointed with services. You can watch planes take off and land at Caffè Ritazza while sipping on coffees from around the world. In the departure area, you can enjoy a variety of snacks and fresh, quick-service meals at The Food Village. Duty-free shopping is also available.

Most flights from Guernsey to London land at Gatwick's South Terminal. Gatwick's onsite railway station at South Terminal offers four rail service choices. The fastest transportation to London's city centre is aboard the Gatwick Express train. These trains transport you nonstop from the airport to London's Victoria Station in 30 minutes. Southern Trains also transport you to Victoria Station in 40 minutes, making a few stops along the way. Southern Rail also serves routes to London Bridge, Brighton, Southampton and Portsmouth. Thameslink trains run from the airport to London Bridge, St. Pancras International and Farrington. Great Western Railway trains run between the airport and Reading.

If your plane from Guernsey to London lands at Stansted, you also have excellent transport options. Stansted's rail station is a two-minute walk from the airport. The express trains run every 15 minutes, heading to London with a stop at Tottenham Hale along the way.

Guernsey is part of the Common Travel Area so you won't need a visa to travel. You will need to show photo identification, however, to pass through security.

The Weather in London

Travelling from Guernsey to London is quick, and you won't have to worry about a time change. London is a tad cooler than Guernsey in the winter at an average of 5 °C, but it's much less rainy. From March to October, the Big Smoke is warmer than Guernsey, getting up to 19 °C in July.

Tips for Enjoying London

London restaurants are about 18 percent more expensive than Guernsey. Even with these higher prices, it's possible to experience London's attractions and cuisine affordably. First, choose a hotel that is close to most of your planned activities. You'll save on transportation costs and time when you stay in the area you want to explore.

You'll find that many London attractions are free, such as Tate Modern and Hyde Park. Several London attractions also offer discounts for purchasing tickets online. These include sites like the London Eye and the Tower of London.

Browsing the city's markets is a great way to experience all of London's charms and eat less expensively. Popular markets include Brick Lane, Camden Lock, Borough and Old Spitalfields. In addition to food, these markets are full of fashion, gifts, art and other treasures.