subject: Fly Through Volcanic Ash Gatwick Airport [print this page] For most of us, you probably know the answer to Who is the first to land on the moon, but how about who is the second? The reality is nobody will remember the name on the second place. Therefore, for people or business that is on the second place, the situation is quite tough.
In London, if you want to take a plane, the name of the airport Heathrow hits your mind immediately or we can say unconsciously. However, do not forget there is another airport named Gatwick, which is situated 5 km (3.1 mi) north of the centre of Crawley, West Sussex, and 45.7 km (28.4 mi) south of Central London.
Gatwick Airport is the second largest international airport in London and the second busiest in the UK, just after Heathrow. At the same time, it also has its unique advantages over Heathrow, which also makes Gatwick proud are that it has the world's busiest single-use runway and it is Europe's leading airport with regard to point-to-point flights.
Terminal transfer
Gatwick Airport has two terminals, serving around 35 million passengers per year and connecting to hundreds of destinations all around the world. Between Gatwicks North and South terminals, there is an automated people mover track. Therefore, it will be very convenient to complete a terminal transfer by taking an automatic and driverless train vehicle.
How to get to Gatwick Airport
There is no need to worry about how to arrive at Gatwick airport because you can choose among by car, by rail, by bus and coach and even by cycle. If you decide to come by car, the M23 motorway which is a mile (1.5 km) east at junction 9 is the main route reach the airport.
The latest news about Gatwick
The recent volcano eruption has brought a big loss for Gatwick. However, the enforcement of a series of new ash rules will cut this loss in the future. According to the concern department, aircraft is allowed to fly through double the volume of volcanic ash now. These new policies apparently are pushed by the airline bosses.
Car Parking at Gatwick
It is better for you to know that although the airport provides car parking service, car parking space is always full in summer and there are local planning restrictions that will put a limit on car parking at and around Gatwick. Thus you should book in advance in order to get a car parking place.
Long stay airport parking, short stay airport parking, and Gatwick valet parking are all available at Gatwick airport car parking. Service you can get from official car parking is ensured with no hidden charges, 24-hour CCTV to make your car 100% safe and quick transfers which can be as short as two minutes (nine minutes maximum).
Besides the official car parking service you can obtain directly from the airport, other car parking companies with good reputation are: Airparks, Summer Special Parking, and Holiday Parking, Maple Manor Meet & Greet Parking.
