Transit at LHR two days before coronation?
Jan 23, 2023, 4:38 pm
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Transit at LHR two days before coronation?
I’m looking at a BA itinerary YVR - CAI, which involves a transit at LHR two days before the coronation. Is this a good idea, or can I expect quasi-normal operations?
Jan 23, 2023, 4:46 pm
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You can expect normal operational conditions. On the day of the Coronation I would expect some disruption in the afternoon, as there was for her late Majesty's funeral.
Jan 23, 2023, 11:03 pm
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Jan 23, 2023, 11:39 pm
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In any event, my concern was more about mass arrivals and ensuing chaos just ahead of the coronation.
Jan 24, 2023, 12:47 am
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I'd expect normality. Possibly some increased inbound passenger numbers, and a few people heading abroad due to the extra bank holiday, but nothing the airport shouldn't be able to handle and most of any increase would be originating or terminating there, so not hitting transfer lines.
Jan 24, 2023, 12:47 am
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I departed from LHR on the day of the (formerly) dream wedding of H&M and it was absolutely business as usual and the far bigger event compared to the coronation. If there is an issue more likely around the Friday before given some my use the bank holiday for an extended weekend abroad (departures).
Jan 24, 2023, 1:44 am
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I'd expect normality. Possibly some increased inbound passenger numbers, and a few people heading abroad due to the extra bank holiday, but nothing the airport shouldn't be able to handle and most of any increase would be originating or terminating there, so not hitting transfer lines.
As for a transit of LHR. Set your expectations low and it will all be fine.
Jan 24, 2023, 1:57 am
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I guess most of us have never done a coronation so it is difficult to be certain what the mood in the country will be towards it. But, I doubt it will be bigger or more disruptive than HMQ's funeral.