London Gatwick

London Gatwick

As most of our flights from Gatwick leave the South Terminal early in the morning, we offer twilight check in and bag drop – so you can avoid the airport queues and check in any luggage the night before.

When to arrive for your flight
We recommend you get to the airport with plenty of time to spare – it’s a good way to avoid last-minute stress!  As a rule of thumb:

- Virgin Atlantic flights: arrive at the airport at least two hours before your flight is due to leave.
- Partner airline flights: we recommend you check in three hours before your scheduled departure.

Check in options
You can check in for your flight and pick up your boarding pass using any one of the following options.

Online check in

Online check in

The best way to check in is online, where you can pick your seat and print your boarding card. Just go to Manage your flights. If you’re travelling with carry on baggage only, you can print off your own boarding pass and we’ll see you at the gate.

Mobile check in

Mobile check in


You can use our mobile site to check in wherever you are, anytime between 24 and 2 hours before your flight leaves.


Twilight check in

Twilight check in

If your flight is in the early hours, consider dropping your bags off the night before. All passengers will need to be present for this option. Twilight is available from midday - 21.00 hours prior to departure. 

Kiosk check in

Kiosk check in

Our automated kiosks provide a speedy check in. You'll find them in our check in area, Zone A and are open between 05.30 and 22.30.

Counter check in

Counter check in

You'll find our traditional check in experience in Zone A of the South Terminal. 

Baggage information
Not sure how much to bring for your flight, or want details on restrictions? Check our Baggage information pages for full details.

London Gatwick

South Terminal

West Sussex

RH6 0NP

  • Tel: 0870 000 2468

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