Security queues at Gatwick?

[FlyingV]

Making my first trip to the UK tomorrow since the latest security measures. What's Gatwick like in the evening? I'm returning on the 20:55 FR to Dublin. I'm checked in already and have hand luggage that confirms to requirements. Is there a big queue to get airside? Should I arrive much earlier than usual?

Thanks.

[McHover]

Gatslow

I left LGW North on Saturday morning. Enormous queues for security (with FastTrak closed) compounded by the baggage handling system going tech.

Ugly.

Arrive early.

McH

[Two_Squirrels]

I had a lunchtime transatlantic flight from Gatwick north 2 weeks ago, and the queues were very long at 9am, but moved reasonably quickly (about an hour). However, I stayed in the Hilton Gatwick the night before, and had a wander round the terminal between about 8 and 9pm, and it was empty, with no queues at all for security. I would still turn up early, but be prepared for a pleasant surprise when you turn up (i.e. bring a book to read in departures!).

[skydriller]

the queues were very long at 9am, but moved reasonably quickly (about an hour)

Does anyone else think it is a sad reflection on the state of the airline industry in the UK and our general expectations of air travel today, that a one hour queue for security is considered quick?

Sorry, off topic perhaps,

Regards, SD

[FlyingV]

Originally Posted by Two_Squirrels

I would still turn up early, but be prepared for a pleasant surprise when you turn up (i.e. bring a book to read in departures!).

You were spot on there! About 3 minutes to clear security at 7pm and I'd recommend Freakonomics as an excellent read

As an aside, Ryanair are now boarding those who checked in online along with the kids and oldies! Nice to avoid the horrendous queues at the gates.