Large airport · London, United Kingdom
London Gatwick Airport
In 2024, Gatwick was the second-busiest airport by total passenger traffic in the UK, after Heathrow, and was the tenth-busiest in Europe by total passenger traffic. Its IATA code is LGW. Its ICAO code is EGKK. It has 2 runways, longest 10,883 ft (ASP). Elevation 202 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | London, United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| IATA code | LGW |
| ICAO code | EGKK |
| Type | Large airport |
| Runways | 2 runways, longest 10,883 ft (ASP) |
| Elevation | 202 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 51.1487° N, 0.1857° W |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
What London Gatwick Airport is known for
In 2024, Gatwick was the second-busiest airport by total passenger traffic in the UK, after Heathrow, and was the tenth-busiest in Europe by total passenger traffic.
History
Gatwick opened as an aerodrome in the late 1920s; it has been in use for commercial flights since 1933.
Official website: http://www.gatwickairport.com/ — the airport's own site has the current flight and visiting information.
Landmarks near this airport
Famous landmarks close to London Gatwick Airport, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site LandmarkProfiles.
- Hampton Court Palace · United Kingdom · 18.8 miles away
- Westminster Abbey · United Kingdom · 24.4 miles away
- Buckingham Palace · United Kingdom · 24.4 miles away
- Big Ben (Elizabeth Tower) · United Kingdom · 24.5 miles away
- Tower Bridge · United Kingdom · 25.1 miles away
- Tower of London · United Kingdom · 25.3 miles away
National parks near this airport
National parks close to London Gatwick Airport, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site National Park Profiles.
- The Broads · United Kingdom · 127.1 miles away
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Frequently asked questions
What is London Gatwick Airport?
In 2024, Gatwick was the second-busiest airport by total passenger traffic in the UK, after Heathrow, and was the tenth-busiest in Europe by total passenger traffic.
What is the airport code for London Gatwick Airport?
London Gatwick Airport — its IATA code is LGW and its ICAO code is EGKK.
Where is London Gatwick Airport located?
London Gatwick Airport serves London, United Kingdom. Its coordinates are 51.1487° N, 0.1857° W.
What is the history of London Gatwick Airport?
Gatwick opened as an aerodrome in the late 1920s; it has been in use for commercial flights since 1933.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#2429
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gatwick_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.