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LGW Gatwick Airport
Gatwick Airport (IATA: LGW, ICAO:EGKK) is located in the the city of London, United kingdom. It is the primary international airport serving London and its surrounding metropolitan area. Phone Number :03448920322

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IATA Code

LGW

ICAO Code

EGKK

Name

Gatwick Airport

Type

Main Airport

Country / Region

United kingdom (GB)

City

London

Latitude

51.1481018

Longitude

-0.1902780

Time Zone

UTC±00:00

Phone Number

03448920322

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Airport Overview

Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Gatwick Airport, ICAO EGKK, is a major international passenger airport serving London and the wider South East of England. It is located near Crawley, south of Central London, and operates with North and South terminals. For air freight, the airport is best assessed as a passenger-led international gateway with cargo handled through airline and appointed ground-handling arrangements rather than as a dedicated freighter hub. Our service team can coordinate airport handling, export documentation, customs interfaces and onward delivery according to the selected carrier and commodity.

Airport name	Gatwick Airport
IATA / ICAO	LGW / EGKK
City and country	London, United Kingdom
Coordinates	51.1481018, -0.1902780
Time zone	UTC±00:00; daylight-saving arrangements may apply seasonally
Airport profile	International passenger gateway with belly-hold cargo and airline-appointed cargo handling

Key Highlights

Logistics Characteristics at a Glance

Passenger-network dependent: available cargo capacity, aircraft type and routing vary by airline and operating season.
Two-terminal airport configuration: terminal allocation and carrier handling arrangements should be confirmed before truck dispatch.
Strong London and South East England catchment area, with practical access to road, rail and regional distribution networks.
Suitable for time-sensitive general cargo, express-style consignments and selected temperature-sensitive shipments when the airline confirms acceptance.
Not every commodity or aircraft movement can be handled directly; our team checks carrier acceptance, cut-off, screening and customs requirements before booking.

Cargo Facilities & Services

Handling Scope and Facility Considerations

Airline and Ground Handling

Export and import cargo is normally processed through the handling chain nominated by the operating airline. The responsible handler, acceptance point and delivery procedure must be confirmed against the booking.

Security Screening

Air cargo requires an approved security process. Screening method, shipper status, packaging and presentation can affect acceptance and should be checked before cargo arrival.

Temperature-Sensitive Cargo

Pharmaceuticals, perishables and other controlled-temperature shipments require carrier confirmation of acceptance, packaging capability, handover timing and any available cool-chain service.

Special Cargo

Dangerous goods, live animals, valuables, oversized pieces and human remains are subject to separate airline and handling restrictions. Facility availability is commodity- and flight-specific.

Customs and Transit Handling

Import, export and transit arrangements depend on the customs procedure, commodity, origin, destination and party responsible for clearance. Our team aligns the declaration route with the shipment plan.

Onward Delivery

Airport collection may involve appointment booking, identity checks, vehicle restrictions and handling-release confirmation. Delivery planning should allow for customs release before truck arrival.

Routes & Transit Times

Routing and Schedule Planning

Gatwick Airport supports international passenger services operated by a mixture of full-service, low-cost and charter airlines. Cargo routing is determined by the operating carrier, aircraft belly capacity and destination restrictions.
Common planning patterns include direct passenger-belly movements where available, or connections through European, Middle Eastern and other international gateways. The final routing must be confirmed at quotation and booking stage.
Transit time is affected by flight frequency, connection alignment, screening, customs release, weekends, public holidays, weather, irregular operations and the time required to transfer cargo between handling facilities.
Our service team provides a planned schedule rather than an unconditional delivery promise and rechecks the confirmed flight, cargo cut-off and connection status before uplift.

For urgent shipments, request both a preferred routing and an operational alternative. A nearby London gateway may be evaluated when capacity, commodity acceptance or delivery timing makes the original plan unsuitable.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Catchment Area and Commodity Profile

The primary commercial catchment includes London, West Sussex, Surrey, Kent and the wider South East England distribution market, subject to road congestion and delivery location.
Typical air-freight enquiries include fashion and retail replenishment, electronics, engineering parts, samples, documents, e-commerce orders and other time-sensitive general cargo.
Perishables, healthcare products and laboratory materials may be considered when packaging, temperature control, documentation and airline acceptance are aligned.
Imports for UK delivery and exports from the London business market require clear ownership of customs clearance, duties, taxes and final-mile delivery.

Operations & Compliance

Operational Controls and Compliance Checks

Cut-off: airline cargo acceptance and security cut-off times differ by carrier, flight and commodity. We obtain the confirmed cut-off instead of relying on a generic airport timetable.
Dangerous goods: provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, quantity, packing instruction and shipper's declaration where applicable. Carrier approval is required before delivery.
Temperature-controlled cargo: state the required temperature range, packaging method, data-logger needs and acceptable exposure time. Avoid tendering late on a weekend or public holiday without written confirmation.
Customs and release: commercial invoices, packing lists, transport documents, commodity codes, origin information and any required licences must be consistent. Customs examination or document queries can delay collection.

Shipping Tips

Practical Booking Recommendations

Send our service team the origin, destination, ready time, dimensions, gross weight, piece count, commodity, customs status and any special handling requirement before requesting a firm option.
Use packaging that can withstand airport handling and stacking. Confirm whether the airline requires palletisation, specific labels, overpack marking or a maximum piece dimension.
For restricted or special cargo, obtain acceptance before arranging pickup. Do not deliver dangerous goods, live animals, perishables or pharmaceuticals to the airport without the agreed handling route.
Plan truck arrival around the confirmed acceptance window and allow contingency for London-area traffic, security screening, customs queries and terminal-specific collection procedures.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Gatwick Airport handle international air freight?

Yes, international cargo may move through Gatwick Airport when the selected airline and its appointed handler accept the shipment. Availability depends on destination, aircraft capacity, commodity and security requirements.

Is cargo accepted at the North or South terminal?

Cargo acceptance is not determined only by the passenger terminal. The correct delivery point is assigned by the operating airline or handling agent. Our team confirms the address and acceptance procedure before pickup.

Can dangerous goods be shipped through Gatwick Airport?

Some dangerous goods may be accepted, but acceptance is carrier- and commodity-specific. Complete technical details and compliant documentation must be submitted for review before booking and tendering.

How long does cargo take from arrival to collection?

There is no universal release time. It depends on flight arrival, unloading, handling, security, customs status, documentation and collection appointments. Our service team checks the actual release status before dispatching a vehicle.

What is the alternative if capacity is unavailable?

We can review another London-area gateway, a different passenger-belly routing or a connecting service. The choice depends on total transit time, customs implications, trucking distance and the cargo's acceptance restrictions.

Data Sources & Provenance

Source and Verification Notes

Airport identity, location, terminal profile and stated airline-market characteristics are based on the supplied airport record and cross-checking against the following authoritative domains. Operational items such as cut-off times, handler assignment, cargo acceptance, customs release and available capacity are shipment- and date-specific and must be reconfirmed before execution.

Airport operator information: gatwickairport.com
UK government and customs guidance: gov.uk
UK aviation regulatory information: caa.co.uk
Air transport industry reference information: iata.org

Verification boundary: no fixed cargo throughput, warehouse area, flight frequency, handling fee, guaranteed transit time or facility certification is stated here unless it is confirmed for the specific airline, shipment and operating date.