UK airports prepare for busiest-ever summer – and these are the peak dates
When UK airports will be at their busiest this summer
- UK airports are forecast to handle record passenger numbers during July and August 2025, marking the start of the summer getaway.
- Exclusive research indicates that Fridays, Sundays, and Mondays will be the busiest days for terminals across the country.
- Major hubs like Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester, and Stansted are expected to see their peak passenger numbers in the second half of August.
- Gatwick Airport, the world's busiest single-runway airport, will experience extreme operational intensity, with landings and take-offs occurring as frequently as every 65 seconds during peak hours.
- Travellers seeking a less crowded experience are advised to fly on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, or Saturdays.