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How long to go through security at LGW?

PostPosted: 07 Sep 2006, 09:45
by jsmiles
Hi all,

I have an early (6am) non VS flight (EZY) out of LGW on Monday (11th Sep) morning and was wondering how much time to allow to get through South Terminal security.

I have a already checked in online and printed a boarding pass just need to get to the gate on time.

Thanks,

J

PostPosted: 07 Sep 2006, 11:08
by Vegascrazy
Since the school term started earlier this week it has been noticeably quieter at LGW, the security queue in South Terminal around an hour ago was around 100 people - certainly not snaking around the place as has been the case in recent weeks. I don't know how busy it would have been earlier - my guess is much busier as that's when a load of EZY's and charters depart. Play it safe and get there nice & early ;)

PostPosted: 07 Sep 2006, 12:12
by ela123
I've come through this morning. after checkin probably took about 20 mins from start to finish. I didn't think it was too bad

PostPosted: 07 Sep 2006, 12:18
by jsmiles
Thanks Vegascrazy,

I'll aim to be at Security an 1:30 before take off as BAA has just recommended and have breakfast after security.

Will have an early night the night before!

J

PostPosted: 07 Sep 2006, 12:22
by jsmiles
Originally posted by ela123
I've come through this morning. after checkin probably took about 20 mins from start to finish. I didn't think it was too bad


What time did you go through ?

I also think about the 5th anniversary of 9/11 being a factor.

PostPosted: 15 Sep 2006, 15:10
by jsmiles
Update.

Joined very long queue outside the entrance to departures/security at 04:40, cleared security at 5:00.

PostPosted: 15 Sep 2006, 15:25
by AndyR
Kewl. I'm of this way on Sunday. Fingers crossed it goes quickly and smoothly!