The Gatwick airport website describes the connecting flight procedures very well. Things to improve: Need a more detailed map of the terminal with clear labels of the important locations such as Connecting flight counter, Train station.
Gatwick South Terminal is relatively compact, often crowded, and lacking in adequate seating or resting areas. However, the security screening process is efficient, ensuring swift passage for those who adhere to regulations such as removing large electronic or metal items and liquids and placing them in the designated bins.
International to international flight Transfer
0:15 - Airside Transit
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If you're arriving at London Gatwick Airport and connecting to another destination on a single ticket, with your baggage checked through or if you are traveling with hand luggage only, you can proceed directly through security to your connecting flight without needing to pass through immigration.
Depending on your nationality, you may need a Direct Airside Transit visa. Check first before you travel.
For passengers who already have their boarding pass for the subsequent flight, it is recommended to allow a minimum connection time of 60 minutes if both flights operate within the same terminal, and 90 minutes if they involve different terminals.
after exiting your aircraft, Follow the directions to Flight Connections for security check before arriving at the departure lounge.
You will find Information screens displaying flight details and gate numbers. Boarding is approximately 45 minutes to one hour before flight departure.
Passengers who are transiting airside to another terminal can take the shuttle between the North and South Terminals which are about 1.5 miles away from each other. Make sure you get your boarding pass and passport ready for inspection.
1:34 - Landside Transit
If you arrive at London Gatwick and are connecting onward with checked baggage on separate tickets, you'll be required to pass through UK border control at the immigration checkpoint.
Depending on your nationality, you may need a Visitor in Transit visa. Check first before you travel. As this cannot be done upon arrival, if you require one, you must apply and receive approval beforehand.
After exiting your aircraft, head to Baggage Reclaim to collect your baggage. Proceed to Departures to check in your connecting flight, baggage and get the boarding pass. Selected airlines offer early check-in or self-service check-in and bag drop at Gatwick. The early bag drop option is especially helpful when your onward flight is many hours away.
Refer to the flight information screens to find your designated check-in desk for the specific airline.
Follow the signage towards the Departures.
Containers in your hand luggage must hold no more than 100ml of liquids and must be placed in a plastic bag provided at the station before Security Checkpoint. Scan your boarding pass.
Proceed through security and immigration to access the departure lounge. Head to the departure gate to board your flight at the appointed time.
To navigate between terminals, just hop on the free inter-terminal shuttle train. Operating around the clock, every day of the year, this service runs frequently, with a swift journey time of only two minutes.
3:24 - Finding your way
Once you've passed through immigration and security, go down one level and walk through the World Duty Free shops until you reach the departure lounge. To access Gates 1 to 5, make your way to Pier 1. For Gates 10 to 95, head to Piers 2 and 3. It's about 9-minute walk to Gate 27, which is the farthest gate.
4:02 - Things to do during Layover
Visitors can easily reach bustling destinations in London like Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, London Tower Bridge, Westminster Abbey, and others. However for those seeking to escape the crowds, there's also the opportunity to delve into the rich tapestry of history and vibrancy nestled right in vicinity of Gatwick.
5:23 - Travel to London Attractions