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London Gatwick Airport

London, United Kingdom · Europe

Solid mid-tier London airport with excellent rail links but two-terminal split and variable security create occasional stress.

Airportist Score

7.2/ 10

Editorial 0–10 from comfort, navigation, food, transport, and disruption resilience — not a Google rating.

Passengers

43M

Average security

25 min

Nearby airports

Passenger airports within about 150 km.

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London Gatwick Airport

London, United Kingdom · Europe

Solid mid-tier London airport with excellent rail links but two-terminal split and variable security create occasional stress.

Airportist Score

7.2/ 10

Editorial 0–10 from comfort, navigation, food, transport, and disruption resilience — not a Google rating.

Passengers

43M

Average security

25 min

LGWGuide

Live airport status

Current operations

Guide quick facts

Pulled from the editorial markdown guide for LGW.

Updated Aug 29, 2026

Two terminals (North and South) linked by free 2-minute shuttle
easyJet dominant in both; BA and long-haul in South/North respectively
Gatwick Express reaches London Victoria in ~30 minutes
Fast Track security available for purchase or via some lounges
No airside connection between terminals after security
Strong coach network to 100+ UK destinations

5 official sources

Airportist Score Breakdown

Comfort7.0

Navigation6.8

Food7.2

Transport8.5

Disruption resilience7.0

Key Stats

Annual passengers

43M

Terminals

2 active terminals

On-time departures

78%

Average security

25 min

Best For

Fast rail to LondonBudget airline hubCoach network coverage

Watch Out For

Terminal confusion for easyJetPeak security queuesNo airside inter-terminal link

7 photos

The North Terminal gate area at London Gatwick with departure information screens, seating, and boarding gates.

Railway tracks and the inter-terminal transit system at Gatwick Airport, with the South Terminal station visible at left.

The glass-fronted South Terminal building at London Gatwick Airport seen from the forecourt.

Several passenger aircraft parked at jet bridges along Pier 4 at Gatwick's North Terminal.

A wide view of London Gatwick Airport showing the main runway, taxiways, terminals, and surrounding landscape.

Gatwick Airport's air traffic control tower and fire station buildings against a cloudy sky.

A broad view of the southern side of London Gatwick Airport with terminal buildings, airfield, and open countryside beyond.

Most important tips

Know before you go

A compact traveler cheat sheet for timing, terminals, food, and disruption checks.

Timing

Arrive 2.5 hours early for international

Security can hit 45+ minutes peak mornings; book Fast Track if queue >20 people.

Domestic/short-haul can manage with 90 minutes if no bags.

Terminal

Check terminal on boarding pass

North for most easyJet/long-haul; South for BA and Ryanair.

Free shuttle runs every few minutes between them landside only.

Food

Grab landside if time allows

Better value and variety before security; airside is mostly chains.

Many spots promise 15-minute service but queues form at peaks.

Status

Book Fast Track or lounge if eligible

Premium Express or lounge access skips standard queues on busy days.

Worth £5-10 extra when queues exceed 30 minutes.

Nearby airports

Passenger airports within about 150 km.

LGWGuide

Live airport status

Current operations

Guide quick facts

Pulled from the editorial markdown guide for LGW.

Updated Aug 29, 2026

Two terminals (North and South) linked by free 2-minute shuttle
easyJet dominant in both; BA and long-haul in South/North respectively
Gatwick Express reaches London Victoria in ~30 minutes
Fast Track security available for purchase or via some lounges
No airside connection between terminals after security
Strong coach network to 100+ UK destinations

5 official sources

Airportist Score Breakdown

Comfort7.0

Navigation6.8

Food7.2

Transport8.5

Disruption resilience7.0

Key Stats

Annual passengers

43M

Terminals

2 active terminals

On-time departures

78%

Average security

25 min

Best For

Fast rail to LondonBudget airline hubCoach network coverage

Watch Out For

Terminal confusion for easyJetPeak security queuesNo airside inter-terminal link

LGWGuide

Live airport status

Current operations

Guide quick facts

Pulled from the editorial markdown guide for LGW.

Updated Aug 29, 2026

Two terminals (North and South) linked by free 2-minute shuttle
easyJet dominant in both; BA and long-haul in South/North respectively
Gatwick Express reaches London Victoria in ~30 minutes
Fast Track security available for purchase or via some lounges
No airside connection between terminals after security
Strong coach network to 100+ UK destinations

5 official sources

Airportist Score Breakdown

Comfort7.0

Navigation6.8

Food7.2

Transport8.5

Disruption resilience7.0

Key Stats

Annual passengers

43M

Terminals

2 active terminals

On-time departures

78%

Average security

25 min

Best For

Fast rail to LondonBudget airline hubCoach network coverage

Watch Out For

Terminal confusion for easyJetPeak security queuesNo airside inter-terminal link

LGWGuide

Live airport status

Current operations

Security wait times

Current security wait information is not available for this airport. Check the airport's official website or app before travel.

Official airport site

Operational status

Normal operations

No Flighty-reported operational issues for this airport.

Source: Flighty Airports

Status response Sep 6, 10:22 UTC · Confirm live conditions with official sources before travel.

Guide quick facts

Pulled from the editorial markdown guide for LGW.

Updated Aug 29, 2026

Two terminals (North and South) linked by free 2-minute shuttle
easyJet dominant in both; BA and long-haul in South/North respectively
Gatwick Express reaches London Victoria in ~30 minutes
Fast Track security available for purchase or via some lounges
No airside connection between terminals after security
Strong coach network to 100+ UK destinations

5 official sources

Airportist Score Breakdown

Comfort7.0

Navigation6.8

Food7.2

Transport8.5

Disruption resilience7.0

Key Stats

Annual passengers

43M

Terminals

2 active terminals

On-time departures

78%

Average security

25 min

Best For

Fast rail to LondonBudget airline hubCoach network coverage

Watch Out For

Terminal confusion for easyJetPeak security queuesNo airside inter-terminal link

Most important tips

Know before you go

A compact traveler cheat sheet for timing, terminals, food, and disruption checks.

Timing

Arrive 2.5 hours early for international

Security can hit 45+ minutes peak mornings; book Fast Track if queue >20 people.

Domestic/short-haul can manage with 90 minutes if no bags.

Terminal

Check terminal on boarding pass

North for most easyJet/long-haul; South for BA and Ryanair.

Free shuttle runs every few minutes between them landside only.

Food

Grab landside if time allows

Better value and variety before security; airside is mostly chains.

Many spots promise 15-minute service but queues form at peaks.

Status

Book Fast Track or lounge if eligible

Premium Express or lounge access skips standard queues on busy days.

Worth £5-10 extra when queues exceed 30 minutes.

LGWGuide

Live airport status

Current operations

Guide quick facts

Pulled from the editorial markdown guide for LGW.

Updated Aug 29, 2026

Two terminals (North and South) linked by free 2-minute shuttle
easyJet dominant in both; BA and long-haul in South/North respectively
Gatwick Express reaches London Victoria in ~30 minutes
Fast Track security available for purchase or via some lounges
No airside connection between terminals after security
Strong coach network to 100+ UK destinations

5 official sources

Airportist Score Breakdown

Comfort7.0

Navigation6.8

Food7.2

Transport8.5

Disruption resilience7.0

Key Stats

Annual passengers

43M

Terminals

2 active terminals

On-time departures

78%

Average security

25 min

Best For

Fast rail to LondonBudget airline hubCoach network coverage

Watch Out For

Terminal confusion for easyJetPeak security queuesNo airside inter-terminal link

LGWGuide

Live airport status

Current operations

Security wait times

Current security wait information is not available for this airport. Check the airport's official website or app before travel.

Official airport site

Operational status

Normal operations

No Flighty-reported operational issues for this airport.

Source: Flighty Airports

Status response Sep 6, 10:22 UTC · Confirm live conditions with official sources before travel.

Guide quick facts

Pulled from the editorial markdown guide for LGW.

Updated Aug 29, 2026

Two terminals (North and South) linked by free 2-minute shuttle
easyJet dominant in both; BA and long-haul in South/North respectively
Gatwick Express reaches London Victoria in ~30 minutes
Fast Track security available for purchase or via some lounges
No airside connection between terminals after security
Strong coach network to 100+ UK destinations

5 official sources

Airportist Score Breakdown

Comfort7.0

Navigation6.8

Food7.2

Transport8.5

Disruption resilience7.0

Key Stats

Annual passengers

43M

Terminals

2 active terminals

On-time departures

78%

Average security

25 min

Best For

Fast rail to LondonBudget airline hubCoach network coverage

Watch Out For

Terminal confusion for easyJetPeak security queuesNo airside inter-terminal link

LGWGuide

Live airport status

Current operations

Security wait times

Current security wait information is not available for this airport. Check the airport's official website or app before travel.

Official airport site

Operational status

Normal operations

No Flighty-reported operational issues for this airport.

Source: Flighty Airports

Status response Sep 6, 10:22 UTC · Confirm live conditions with official sources before travel.

Guide quick facts

Pulled from the editorial markdown guide for LGW.

Updated Aug 29, 2026

Two terminals (North and South) linked by free 2-minute shuttle
easyJet dominant in both; BA and long-haul in South/North respectively
Gatwick Express reaches London Victoria in ~30 minutes
Fast Track security available for purchase or via some lounges
No airside connection between terminals after security
Strong coach network to 100+ UK destinations

5 official sources

Airportist Score Breakdown

Comfort7.0

Navigation6.8

Food7.2

Transport8.5

Disruption resilience7.0

Key Stats

Annual passengers

43M

Terminals

2 active terminals

On-time departures

78%

Average security

25 min

Best For

Fast rail to LondonBudget airline hubCoach network coverage

Watch Out For

Terminal confusion for easyJetPeak security queuesNo airside inter-terminal link

LGWGuide

Live airport status

Current operations

Security wait times

Current security wait information is not available for this airport. Check the airport's official website or app before travel.

Official airport site

Operational status

Normal operations

No Flighty-reported operational issues for this airport.

Source: Flighty Airports

Status response Sep 6, 10:22 UTC · Confirm live conditions with official sources before travel.

Guide quick facts

Pulled from the editorial markdown guide for LGW.

Updated Aug 29, 2026

Two terminals (North and South) linked by free 2-minute shuttle
easyJet dominant in both; BA and long-haul in South/North respectively
Gatwick Express reaches London Victoria in ~30 minutes
Fast Track security available for purchase or via some lounges
No airside connection between terminals after security
Strong coach network to 100+ UK destinations

5 official sources

Airportist Score Breakdown

Comfort7.0

Navigation6.8

Food7.2

Transport8.5

Disruption resilience7.0

Key Stats

Annual passengers

43M

Terminals

2 active terminals

On-time departures

78%

Average security

25 min

Best For

Fast rail to LondonBudget airline hubCoach network coverage

Watch Out For

Terminal confusion for easyJetPeak security queuesNo airside inter-terminal link