Sep 16, 2015, 12:29 pm
Last edit by: Prospero
Two routes will be moving to LGW South ahead of the formal move date.
from 11 January 2017: BA2273 will depart for JFK out of the South Terminal
from 12 January 2017: BA2272 will arrive into the South Terminal from JFK
from 19 January 2017: BA Naples flights will operate in/out of the South Terminal
Customers on these flights should check in at Zone A within the South Terminal
from 25 January 2017: all other BA flights will operate in/out of the South Terminal.
The BA First and Terraces lounges in the North Terminal closed on the evening of 04 January 2016. BA passengers can now use the No.1 Lounge and My Lounge in the North Terminal until the date BA moves its operations to the South Terminal (currently estimated to happen in November 2016), where there will be a new British Airways lounge. The new British Airways lounge in the South Terminal is anticipated to follow the latest concept found at EDI, GLA, IAD, CPT and SIN, and will include a dedicated area for First and oneworld Emerald passengers. It is not yet clear what form this area will take (ie. whether it will be a separate First lounge or include a Concorde Bar/Dining concept). For more information, see here and here
For information on the temporary lounge arrangements in LGW North, see this thread:
Temporary BA Lounge at LGW North - No. 1 Lounge - Photos, reviews, questions
By way of guidance, the above Lounge thread is for direct questions and experiences on the No. 1 lounge, whereas the thread here below is suitable for discussing the broader issues arising from the move to South.
from 11 January 2017: BA2273 will depart for JFK out of the South Terminal
from 12 January 2017: BA2272 will arrive into the South Terminal from JFK
from 19 January 2017: BA Naples flights will operate in/out of the South Terminal
Customers on these flights should check in at Zone A within the South Terminal
from 25 January 2017: all other BA flights will operate in/out of the South Terminal.
The BA First and Terraces lounges in the North Terminal closed on the evening of 04 January 2016. BA passengers can now use the No.1 Lounge and My Lounge in the North Terminal until the date BA moves its operations to the South Terminal (currently estimated to happen in November 2016), where there will be a new British Airways lounge. The new British Airways lounge in the South Terminal is anticipated to follow the latest concept found at EDI, GLA, IAD, CPT and SIN, and will include a dedicated area for First and oneworld Emerald passengers. It is not yet clear what form this area will take (ie. whether it will be a separate First lounge or include a Concorde Bar/Dining concept). For more information, see here and here
For information on the temporary lounge arrangements in LGW North, see this thread:
Temporary BA Lounge at LGW North - No. 1 Lounge - Photos, reviews, questions
By way of guidance, the above Lounge thread is for direct questions and experiences on the No. 1 lounge, whereas the thread here below is suitable for discussing the broader issues arising from the move to South.
BA to move to LGW South Terminal Nov 2016 [revised to 25 Jan 2017]
Jan 19, 2015, 6:34 am
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Jan 19, 2015, 6:36 am
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I hope they use this opportunity to launch long haul services to places like NYC, SFO and ORD. There's plenty of capacity for a daily 777 on each route surely.
Then they could build a proper Galleries First lounge, rather than that sad excuse (with no views) that currently exists at LGW North (with the microwavable food offerings).
Then they could build a proper Galleries First lounge, rather than that sad excuse (with no views) that currently exists at LGW North (with the microwavable food offerings).
Jan 19, 2015, 6:41 am
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I personally don't see any problems with the south terminal these days. I hate the fact at terminal north you have to go back against the flow of pax if your gate shows 565 (for example) and then navigate the obstacle course across the terminal concourse (esp after a few glasses of Tatt).
The south terminal is more convenient for rail, and for long stay parking (the coach takes 5 minutes as it's much closer than to the north terminal).
The south terminal is more convenient for rail, and for long stay parking (the coach takes 5 minutes as it's much closer than to the north terminal).
Jan 19, 2015, 6:45 am
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There was a time when I would have been aghast at the prospect of travelling through LGW South, but as stated above, I don't think it's the poor relation anymore, and whilst it is not a particularly inspiring place, the proximity to train station is definitely an advantage.
What about hotel options? I believe the Sofitel is at Gatwick North. Is there anything next to the South Terminal?
What about hotel options? I believe the Sofitel is at Gatwick North. Is there anything next to the South Terminal?
Jan 19, 2015, 6:48 am
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BA/AA already have their frequent service from LHR to JFK (& EWR etc). Why would they ever introduce this route from LGW? Ditto for the other destinations you mentioned.
Also, BA have a real shortage of longhaul aircraft at the moment.
Jan 19, 2015, 6:52 am
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Jan 19, 2015, 6:52 am
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There was a time when I would have been aghast at the prospect of travelling through LGW South, but as stated above, I don't think it's the poor relation anymore, and whilst it is not a particularly inspiring place, the proximity to train station is definitely an advantage.
What about hotel options? I believe the Sofitel is at Gatwick North. Is there anything next to the South Terminal?
What about hotel options? I believe the Sofitel is at Gatwick North. Is there anything next to the South Terminal?
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Jan 19, 2015, 6:59 am
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Interesting, if not surprising, news.
Not sure that JER pax will see any great benefit, though. I suspect the prospect of a remote stand will be even more likely.
Not sure that JER pax will see any great benefit, though. I suspect the prospect of a remote stand will be even more likely.
Jan 19, 2015, 7:16 am
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This is exactly what I was wondering. I myself prefer remote stands, but I know most pax don't- and the South Terminal I believe has a greater proportion of 'bussing' gates. Given that BA are apparently moving in within 2 years, I can't see another pier being built before then.
Jan 19, 2015, 7:17 am
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Jan 19, 2015, 7:22 am
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There are 2 attached to South, the Hilton and Bloc hotel, which I've seen but not stayed in. It defies categorisation, a kind of mix between a Japanese tech hotel, a boutique hotel and a Nordic minimal staff joint.
Jan 19, 2015, 7:25 am
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So you gain proximity to the Hilton near the south terminal but would be further from the Hampton at the north terminal and the two Premier Inns close to the north terminal.
Jan 19, 2015, 7:28 am
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Jan 19, 2015, 7:31 am
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