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# Gatwick Airport

London's second major international airport, located south of London. Serves a mix of short-haul, long-haul, leisure, and low-cost routes.

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## Role

Gatwick is London's second major international airport, combining European, leisure and long-haul traffic. See [Airlines and routes](page:62923) and [History](page:62924).

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## Location

Near Crawley in West Sussex, south of central London.

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> 51.1537, -0.1821
> Gatwick Airport (LGW), south of London near Crawley.

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## Codes

- **IATA:** LGW
- **ICAO:** EGKK

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## Ground transport

Gatwick has exceptionally strong rail links plus coaches and road access. See [Getting there](page:62922) for which London station or service makes sense.

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## Terminals

Gatwick has North and South terminals linked by a free shuttle; the railway station is at South. See [Terminals](page:62925).

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## Best for

- South London and southeast England access
- Leisure and holiday flights
- European routes
- Some long-haul alternatives to Heathrow

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## Watch-outs

Rail fares and journey times vary by service. Check whether your flight uses the North or South Terminal before travelling.

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## Links here

- [London Airports](/smee-again/530-london-airports/en)
- [Airport-to-airport transfers](page:62885)
- [Apps and live services](page:62907)
- [Best airport by London area](page:62887)
- [Choosing the Right Airport](page:539)
- [Early and late flights](page:62886)
- [Ground Transport](page:538)
- [History of London's airports](page:62999)
- [Tickets and payment](page:62884)