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London Gatwick Airport

As London's second busiest airport, Gatwick caters to a mix of full-service and low-cost carriers. The airport suffered greatly during the COVID-19 crisis as many airlines consolidated flights to London Heathrow. (Featured Image: Gatwick Airport)

GATWICK Airport
London Gatwick Airport

IATA/ICAO Code
LGW/EGKK
Country
United Kingdom
CEO
Stewart Wingate
Passenger Count
6,260,000 (2021)
Runways
08L/26R - 2,565m (8,415ft) | 08R/26L - 3,316m (10,879ft)
Terminals
North Terminal | South Terminal

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