Originally Posted by
UKtravelbear
Yes there is a (misplaced) perception that LGW is some sort of second class airport (often those that protest this the most have never actually flown from LGW or if they have it was years and years ago) but CX, QR and EK all use LGW so they see merit in flying there.
I don't hate LGW, but EK also flies to Stansted!