How to use the online timer
Start the countdown, put the phone away and spend the next ninety-three seconds moving between Gatwick terminals rather than watching numbers fall. The interval suits one small part of the change, such as reaching the terminal shuttle, checking the departure board or getting your luggage together before moving on.
A terminal change can unfold differently once you are among passengers, signs and luggage, so the interval can be changed directly on the page. Shorten it if your next step is already visible, or add time when a crowded route, a lift or a last check of the gate information makes the original window unrealistic.
While crossing the airport, a phone is usually easier to keep with you than an open laptop, especially when both hands are needed for bags or tickets. Leave the countdown running on the device you will actually carry, with the sound audible enough for the surroundings. A laptop makes more sense only if it remains with someone at a seat or meeting point while you handle the move.
Common questions
What can make this interval too short for changing terminals at Gatwick?
Crowds, luggage, lifts and uncertainty about the route can all stretch the next stage beyond the countdown. Add some time if the departure board or signs show that the connection involves more walking than expected.
What should I do if I reach the next part of the terminal change before the countdown ends?
Stop it once you have reached the shuttle, meeting point or other intended stage. If you arrive later, adjust the interval on the page before timing the next part of the journey.
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