Flight radar London Gatwick Airport
The radar above is centred on London Gatwick (LGW), the UK’s second-busiest airport. Click any aircraft for its flight number, route and altitude.
Gatwick in short
Gatwick lies about 30 miles south of central London in West Sussex and handles more traffic on a single runway than any other airport in the world, which makes its radar picture remarkably intense: at peak times an aircraft lands or departs roughly every 65 seconds. The airport has two terminals, North and South, connected by a free shuttle.
Airlines at Gatwick
Gatwick is easyJet’s largest base, and British Airways, TUI, Vueling, Wizz Air and Norse Atlantic are among the other major operators. The mix runs from short-haul A320s to long-haul 787s, so there is plenty of variety to track.
Watching Gatwick on the radar
Because everything funnels through one runway, the approach queue south of London is beautifully visible on the radar. Aircraft join from holding stacks and line up like beads on a string. Westerly winds mean approaches from over Kent; easterlies reverse the flow.
Frequently asked questions
Which terminal do I need? Check the departures board. It lists the terminal per flight.
How early should I arrive? Gatwick advises at least two hours for short-haul and three for long-haul.
Can I watch aircraft on site? There is no dedicated public viewing terrace; the radar above is the best seat in the house.