Security and terminal change
All connecting passengers undergo security again. Follow the purple Flight Connections signs and confirm each flight’s terminal.
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One ticket: baggage and border checks
On one ticket, confirm with your airline that checked baggage is transferred through. An international-to-international airside connection has different immigration requirements from a connection into the UK or Ireland.
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Separate flights: reclaim and check in again
With separate flights, plan for arrivals, applicable immigration, collecting checked bags, check-in/bag drop and security again. Check permission to enter the UK before using this landside route.
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No minimum time or safe connection is calculated. Immigration details depend on itinerary and travel documents; confirm with your airline and official guidance.