Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to the Philippines from £288
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LGW — MNL
24 Oct — 31 Oct1
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gatwick to Philippines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 September 2026.
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Best flights from Gatwick to Philippines
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Gatwick to Philippines that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 24 September 2026.
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Last-minute flights from Gatwick to Philippines
Discover last-minute flight deals from Gatwick to Philippines. Data last updated 24 September 2026 and is based on user searches.
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One-way flights from Gatwick to Philippines
Search for one-way flight options from Gatwick to Philippines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 24 September 2026.
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LondonCebu City
LGW London Gatwick - CEB Cebu City Mactan Intl
LGWCEB
London Gatwick
Sun 1/11
08:25-01:40
3 stops57h 15m
Cebu City Mactan Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£298
LondonDavao City
LGW London Gatwick - DVO Davao City Francisco Bangoy
LGWDVO
London Gatwick
Tue 13/10
20:15-06:20
3 stops51h 05m
Davao City Francisco Bangoy
Wed 31/12
00:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£315
LondonAngeles City
LGW London Gatwick - CRK Angeles City Clark Intl
LGWCRK
London Gatwick
Mon 9/11
11:35-00:40
2 stops29h 05m
Angeles City Clark Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£328
LondonDavao City
LGW London Gatwick - DVO Davao City Francisco Bangoy
LGWDVO
London Gatwick
Mon 16/11
07:00-06:25
3 stops39h 25m
Davao City Francisco Bangoy
Wed 31/12
00:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£353
LondonIloilo City
LGW London Gatwick - ILO Iloilo Intl
LGWILO
London Gatwick
Thu 26/11
10:30-17:50
3 stops47h 20m
Iloilo Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£354
LondonBacolod
LGW London Gatwick - BCD Bacolod
LGWBCD
London Gatwick
Sat 24/10
15:20-05:55
3 stops55h 35m
Bacolod
Wed 31/12
00:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£375
LondonBacolod
LGW London Gatwick - BCD Bacolod
LGWBCD
London Gatwick
Wed 7/10
07:20-04:10
3 stops37h 50m
Bacolod
Wed 31/12
00:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£375
LondonCebu City
LGW London Gatwick - CEB Cebu City Mactan Intl
LGWCEB
London Gatwick
Mon 28/9
21:50-05:20
2 stops24h 30m
Cebu City Mactan Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£378
LondonDavao City
LGW London Gatwick - DVO Davao City Francisco Bangoy
LGWDVO
London Gatwick
Thu 15/10
15:20-07:35
3 stops57h 15m
Davao City Francisco Bangoy
Wed 31/12
00:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£401
LondonManila
LGW London Gatwick - MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
LGWMNL
London Gatwick
Thu 5/11
08:30-22:40
2 stops30h 10m
Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£464
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Philippines?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Philippines (average of £622). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Philippines in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,181). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
How far ahead should I book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Philippines?
The price you pay for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Philippines may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 42 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
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How long is the flight from London Gatwick Airport to Philippines?
A quick flight from London Gatwick Airport to Philippines can take about 17h 50m. Gulf Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £626. London Gatwick Airport and Philippines are separated by a distance of 6687 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Philippines one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air China, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £147. China Southern flights start at £264 while deals on China Eastern start at £267 one-way.
What are the most popular routes from London Gatwick Airport to Philippines?
When deciding which route to take from London Gatwick Airport to Philippines consider London Gatwick - Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl, London Gatwick - Cebu City Mactan Intl or London Gatwick - Angeles City Clark Intl as they are the most popular.
Can I find deals for flights from Gatwick to Philippines that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Gatwick to Philippines flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Gatwick to Philippines?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Gatwick to Philippines.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Gatwick to Philippines?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Gatwick to Philippines by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Philippines?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Philippines (average of £622). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Philippines in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,181). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
Top 10 airlines flying from Gatwick to Philippines
Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Gatwick to Philippines. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 24 September 2026.
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Yes, Cheapflights has a feature called Price Alert, which notifies users when flight prices change. Track prices for your flight to Philippines from Gatwick today and book when prices fit your budget.
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