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1 story Updated October 7, 2026
Photograph · London Gatwick Airport
Heathrow UK

London's Airports Split, and Heathrow's Runway Slips

Heathrow traffic is down and its third runway now targets 2039. Stansted set records. For premium long-haul, expect tight Heathrow capacity and firm fares for a decade.

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