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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Gatwick to Cork flights are currently cheapest in July.

Direct flights from London Gatwick to Cork

London Gatwick to Cork: Alternative routes

Compare routes from London Gatwick to Cork below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cork.

London to Cork: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP2,593
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time1 hr, 29 mins
Most popular airlineRyanair
Average flights per week7

Finding cheap flights from London Gatwick to Cork: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London Gatwick to Cork is P2,593. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 29 minutes is the average flight time from London Gatwick to Cork.
Ryanair flies direct from London Gatwick to Cork.
As of June 2025, there are 7 flights per week flying from London Gatwick to Cork.
The cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Cork is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Cork Airport on Tuesday, 15 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 29 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cork but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cork is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cork.

Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cork Airport (ORK): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cork Airport.

  • Cork's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as London.

  • Each week, there are ten London Gatwick Airport to Cork Airport flights. If you'd like to take off as early as possible, select the 09:40 Ryanair flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 19:50 with Ryanair.

  • Your LGW to ORK flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.

  • Ryanair offers direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cork Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Cork — and maybe even more of Ireland if you have time.

  • The majority of passengers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.

  • The most punctual carrier that operates LGW to ORK flights is Ryanair. Its services arrive as planned 65.0% of the time.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Cork Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between LGW and ORK:

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

    • Laleu Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cork Airport (ORK)

  • At the moment, P1,297 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Cork Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is P2,593. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Book five months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from LGW to ORK.

  • Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cork Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from LGW to ORK by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cork Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • Of all flights departing from London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% touch down on time at their destination.

  • To get to London Gatwick Airport from central London, it takes about 1 hour 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 80 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cork Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near LGW:

Arriving at Cork Airport (ORK)

  • If you have a late London Gatwick Airport to Cork Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near ORK:

  • Pick up a Cork Airport rental car and discover Cork and beyond with your own set of wheels. Easirent, Budget and Carhire are well-known companies to choose from here.

  • Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Cork Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.

Getting from Cork Airport (ORK) to central Cork

  • Cork Airport to central Cork has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.

When to fly to Cork Airport (ORK)

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cork Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Cork. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • Before locking in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cork Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Cork, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGW to ORK in January. Temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.

Explore more of Ireland

  • Dublin is just one of the many places in Ireland waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Cork. Around 225 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College Library and Dublin Castle.

  • Tallaght is another must-experience destination in Ireland and is around 209 kilometres north-east of Cork. No journey is complete without experiencing Church of the Incarnation, Fettercairn, 3 stuffed bears and Johnson & Perrott Fleet.

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