London Gatwick expecting its busiest two weeks of the year so far

Like many airports across the globe, London Gatwick says that it is gearing up to welcome passengers travelling over the Easter holidays, which will be its busiest two weeks of the year to date.

The highest number of departures at London Gatwick are expected to be on Easter Sunday (March 31), while Sunday, April 7, is predicted to be the busiest day overall.

The most popular destinations for the Easter getaway include Barcelona, Malaga and Rome, while Dubai, Orlando and New York top the long-haul charts.

Gatwick’s head of passenger operations, Nick Williams, said: “Everyone at Gatwick is gearing up for a busy Easter break, we are all looking forward to welcoming passengers as they travel through the airport to reach their destinations. We are working hard, alongside our airlines and partners, to ensure a smooth operation for all.

“We are proud to now offer an expansive choice of 220 destinations from 56 airlines. These services are vital for offering passengers across London and the South East an excellent choice of holiday locations, or opportunities to visit family and friends further afield.

“With so many people travelling, we remind passengers to prepare in advance and read our advice for coming to the airport.”