Is North or South Terminal bigger at Gatwick?


Is North or South Terminal bigger at Gatwick? The South Terminal is the larger one of the two and opened in 1958. It is 160,000 square metres, of which 14,768 square metres is retail facilities. The North Terminal opened in 1988 and measures 98,000 square metres, of which 12,530 square metres is retail facilities.


Does Easyjet use North or South Terminal at Gatwick?

easyJet operate from both North and South Terminal - please check with the airline to confirm which terminal you need to go to for your flight.


What is the difference between Gatwick North and South Terminal?

North Terminal now houses all of easyJet's flights as part of ongoing work to improve the services at Gatwick. Gatwick South Terminal deals with the majority of the airport's traffic and is the original terminal of the airport.


Which airlines use North Terminal at Gatwick?

  • JetBlue.
  • Qatar Airways.
  • Royal Air Maroc.
  • Rwandair.
  • TUI.
  • WestJet.


How do I avoid queues at Gatwick Airport?

At the Gatwick Airport: Arrive at the airport early to avoid long queues and ensure you have enough time for security checks and boarding. Go through security as soon as you arrive at the airport. You'll need to remove your shoes, belt, and jacket, and you may need to have your carry-on bag x-rayed.


Which Gatwick terminal is nicer?

We fly long haul and tend to fly out between 9.30-11am, but we do find the North to be more open, spacious and airy unlike the South. In fact, we also struggled to find a seat while waiting for our flight to board. I was in the North a few months back, airside there are loads of restaurants.


What is the busiest time at Gatwick Airport?

The peak times at London Gatwick Airport is from 7 AM to 10 AM in the morning and 5 PM to 8 PM in the evening.


How early should I get to Gatwick North Terminal?

The following times serve as a general guide and generally we recommend you arrive at least two hours before your flight to allow plenty of time. We recommend that you check with your airline for specific check-in times, as these may vary.


Which airlines use Gatwick South Terminal?

The majority of Gatwick flights operate out of South Terminal, including budget airlines Ryanair and easyjet, though British Airways, Emirates and other international airlines use the North Terminal. You can easily travel between the two using the free, 24-hour airport shuttle train, running every few minutes.


Can you walk between Gatwick North and South Terminals?

The two passenger terminals at Gatwick Airport are a long way apart; it is not possible to walk between them. There is a free monorail train service that shuttles between the two terminals every 2 or 3 minutes making journeys between the two terminals a breeze, even with luggage.