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Direct flight about 2 h 11

Ibiza from London Gatwick

Published 4 October 2026 · HolidayWow editors · Written with AI, numbers checked against our data ·

From London Gatwick, a nonstop flight gets you in Ibiza in about 2 h 11. You land at Ibiza Airport (IBZ), 8 miles from the destination, after 851 miles of flight.

In Ibiza, the best time for a trip is June to September, with daytime highs up to 28 °C and the sea up to 26 °C.

7 days in Ibiza in August, Beach and hiking, from London Gatwick on your own

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Flight time from London Gatwick
about 2 h 11
Flight distance LGW to IBZ
851 miles
Nonstop from LGW
Direct flight
Best time to go
June to September

Flight times estimated from the distance, nonstop routes according to OpenTravelData.

What to check before choosing your Gatwick flight

Start with the shape of your holiday rather than the departure clock alone. A week in Ibiza can combine a calm beach morning, a scenic drive and a lively evening, but the right arrival day gives you useful time after landing. Treat the outbound journey as the beginning of the trip and plan the return with enough space for your final morning.

Ibiza
IbizaiPhoto: Saaremees · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Ibiza
IbizaiPhoto: Zachariah Chou · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Check the airport, dates, baggage allowance and final total shown by the booking provider. The page presents live partner prices, so you can review the actual choice before you commit and keep the rest of the holiday organised around it.

A direct service suits anyone who values time on the island, while a connection may provide useful date or price choices. Add the transfer from the airport to your accommodation to the practical picture. Ibiza is compact enough for a short transfer, yet checking the exact stay location helps you choose the right transport arrangement.

Choosing an Ibiza base for your holiday style

Ibiza Town works well for first-time visitors who want the old town, harbour, marina and a broad choice of evening experiences close together. It also makes a straightforward base for days around the southern coast. Choose this area if you enjoy walking into dinner and want your holiday to continue after the beach.

Choosing an Ibiza base for you
Choosing an Ibiza base for you

For a slower coastal stay, look towards Sant Antoni or Platja d’en Bossa. Sant Antoni has a relaxed resort rhythm and serves the western side well, while Platja d’en Bossa offers a long beach and straightforward access to Ibiza Town. These areas suit couples, families and anyone who values time by the sea.

North and east Ibiza reward a car. beaches around Portinatx and the quieter northern coast feel more scenic and rural than the busier southern bases. Compare the accommodation area with your planned days before booking, especially when your group includes children, people who prefer short walks or drivers wanting easy rural routes.

Choosing an Ibiza base for your holiday style
Choosing an Ibiza base for your holiday style

Matching the island season to your preferred holiday

Ibiza has a clear seasonal rhythm. Spring brings warming daytime temperatures and increasing sunshine, making it a good period for walks, villages and quieter coastal days. May adds more warmth and suits people preparing for summer, although the details of your trip should still account for the month you are travelling.

Matching the island season to
Matching the island season to

June through August brings the strongest summer conditions and the warmest sea. These months suit beach holidays, swimming and staying outdoors, with July offering the highest daytime and night temperatures in the climate record. September keeps warm sea conditions and can reward travellers who prefer a summer holiday with a different daily rhythm.

October can suit walkers and anyone wanting time by the coast outside the core summer period. January and February are cooler, yet useful for a winter break centred on food, walks and the island’s historic character. Use the climate section to compare each month before choosing dates that fit your preferred activities.

From London Gatwick to Ibiza

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London
LondoniPhoto: Diliff · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons

London Stansted lies {{dist.home:STN}} away. From Edinburgh it is {{dist.home:EDI}}. Door to door, the plan lines up the ride to the airport, the flight with live fares and the transfer on arrival.

From London Gatwick to Ibiza
From London Gatwick to Ibiza

Airports at the destination

Your nonstop flight from London Gatwick lands at Ibiza Airport (IBZ), 8 miles from the destination.

  • IBZIbiza Airport8 miles to the destination, about 2 h 11 from LGW, 851 miles of flightDirect

Best time to travel in Ibiza

In Ibiza, the best time for a trip is June to September, with daytime highs up to 28 °C and the sea up to 26 °C. The sea reaches 26 °C in August.

Climate by month
MonthJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSeptOctNovDec
Day °C141415172024282826231916
Night °C121213151822252624211714
Sea °C151414161822252625221916
Sun h/day6689101212108755
Rain days868763149998
Climate: NASA POWER 2006 to 2025, sea: NOAA OISST 1991 to 2020. Day and night are average highs and lows, sun in hours per day.

Ibiza through the year

Daytime highs range from 14 °C in January to 28 °C in July. Rain is rarest in July (1 days) and most frequent in September (9 days). The sunniest month is June with 12 hours a day.

Ibiza through the year
Ibiza through the year

The sea is warm enough for proper swimming in July, August and September, peaking at 26 °C in August. For walking and sightseeing in pleasant warmth, aim for May, June, July, August, September and October.

  • January: 14 °C, sea 15 °C, 8 rain days, 6 h of sun
  • February: 14 °C, sea 14 °C, 6 rain days, 6 h of sun
  • March: 15 °C, sea 14 °C, 8 rain days, 8 h of sun
  • April: 17 °C, sea 16 °C, 7 rain days, 9 h of sun
  • May: 20 °C, sea 18 °C, 6 rain days, 10 h of sun
  • June: 24 °C, sea 22 °C, 3 rain days, 12 h of sun
  • July: 28 °C, sea 25 °C, 1 rain day, 12 h of sun
  • August: 28 °C, sea 26 °C, 4 rain days, 10 h of sun
  • September: 26 °C, sea 25 °C, 9 rain days, 8 h of sun
  • October: 23 °C, sea 22 °C, 9 rain days, 7 h of sun
  • November: 19 °C, sea 19 °C, 9 rain days, 5 h of sun
  • December: 16 °C, sea 16 °C, 8 rain days, 5 h of sun

When people plan trips to Ibiza

Search interest for Ibiza peaks in June and is lowest in December, based on monthly search volumes.

When people plan trips to Ibiz
When people plan trips to Ibiz
When people plan trips to Ibiza
When people plan trips to Ibiza

How to shape a May day in Ibiza

Mornings suit an unhurried walk through the old streets or along the water. The warmest hours, at 20 °C, are perfect for being outside. Evenings drop to 18 °C, so plan dinner outside and keep a layer handy.

How to shape a May day in Ibiz
How to shape a May day in Ibiz

Packing for Ibiza in July

With 28 °C by day and 25 °C at night and 1 rain days in July, pack for heat. Your plan builds this list for you and updates it when you change the dates.

Packing for Ibiza in July
Packing for Ibiza in July
  • Light, breathable clothes for the day
  • Sun hat and sunscreen
  • A refillable water bottle
  • A warm layer for the evenings
  • Swimwear and a beach towel
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • A travel adapter for your chargers
Packing for Ibiza in July
Packing for Ibiza in July

Weather in Ibiza month by month

Nonstop flights in Ibiza from other airports

Besides London Gatwick, nonstop flights in Ibiza leave from 8 other airports; the closest to London Gatwick is London Heathrow, with a flight time of about 2 h 14.

Flight times estimated from the distance, nonstop routes according to OpenTravelData.

Prices for Ibiza

The cards below pull today's partner prices for Ibiza in your currency, so the number you see is the one you pay.

A seven day outline from London Gatwick

Begin with arrival in your chosen base and keep the first day simple. Check in, find the nearest beach or harbour and take an evening walk through the town. If your flight arrives early, turn the day into a gentle orientation rather than scheduling several distant stops. A relaxed opening gives everyone time to settle into island time.

Use the next day for a southern coastline route, perhaps combining Ibiza Town, a beach stop and a sunset viewpoint. Another day can cover a market, a local meal and time by the water. For a car holiday, include the northern coves or Portinatx, allowing a generous block for the road and for stopping whenever a place appeals.

Leave one day open for a beach morning and a flexible afternoon. This is useful for weather, tired feet and spontaneous changes of plan. Add another outing to a nearby village or viewpoint, then finish the week in your base with a relaxed evening. The final morning can focus on breakfast, packing and the transfer back to the airport.

Building the island plan with HolidayWow

HolidayWow begins with a sentence or voice request such as a week in Ibiza from London Gatwick. The planner reads the destination, group, timing and preferred pace, then draws each day as a route on the map. That overview makes it easier to judge whether a beach day, village visit and coastal drive fit together.

The plan remains editable. You can move a stop to another day, swap a place or reduce the number of activities when the group needs a change. Choose a relaxed, balanced or packed pace for the whole trip, then adjust individual days. The plan checker reorders the day after each edit so the route remains practical.

Live partner options for stays, transport, tours and flights sit within the plan, with prices shown in your selected currency. The trip film presents the route, flight arc, bases and days as a shareable overview. For a UK holiday, the Bank Holiday planner can also help connect public holidays and leave days into a longer island trip.

Ibiza from London Gatwick: frequently asked questions

How far is Ibiza from London Gatwick?

You can use this as the geographic starting point for the trip, while flight availability, dates, baggage and final prices remain live booking details. A well planned itinerary should account for the airport transfer, check-in arrangements and the first evening after arrival.

Which Ibiza area is best for a first holiday?

Ibiza Town suits first-time visitors who want the old town, harbour, marina and evening life within easy reach. Sant Antoni offers a more relaxed resort feel, while Platja d’en Bossa is convenient for the beach. Choose a northern or eastern base if scenic drives, coves and quieter coastal days are your priority.

Can I plan several days around the beach and still explore Ibiza?

Yes. Use a balanced pace for a holiday that mixes swimming with coastal walks, village visits and time in Ibiza Town. Keep one or more days light so the group can respond to the weather and energy. A car can expand access to northern beaches, but staying near one base can make short breaks and meals simpler.

Does HolidayWow show current flight and stay prices?

HolidayWow works with live partner options rather than estimated prices. Stays, tours, transport and flight choices are shown with current availability through the relevant partner links. The plan also gives you a home currency budget view, price watch for selected items and cost splitting when you are travelling with friends or family.

How can I include UK bank holidays in an Ibiza trip?

Use the Bank Holiday planner to connect UK public holidays with your available leave days before choosing travel dates. The planner uses official holiday information to help build a longer trip, while the Ibiza plan brings your route, bases, activities and live booking options together. Add exact dates later when your holiday timing is settled.

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