Sun-splashed mediterranean islands
Welcome to London Southend Airport
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Fly from London Southend to your next holiday destination
Get your journey off to the best start with our airport facilities
Enjoy a delicious meal and a great night’s sleep at our on-site Holiday Inn hotel
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What time does check-in open?
Check-in opens two hours before your scheduled time of departure.
Where can I drop someone off?
You can drop off or pick up passengers in our Short stay car park, but charges do apply. There is also a free of charge pick up/drop off facility for up to 15 minutes available in our Long stay car park.
What ID do I need to check-in?
This is down to your airline but there are general rules. For European and international travel, a valid passport is required. You should refer to the Government website for passport rules when travelling to Europe. For some countries your passport will need to be valid for at least six months after your intended return and you may also need a visa.
Before travelling, check your destination country’s entry requirements and allow enough time to renew your passport and/or apply for a visa at the relevant embassy or consulate. It is also worth carrying additional photographic ID separate from your passport. More information can be found on gov.uk.
How do I need to prepare for security?
As the new screening equipment and processes come into effect across the UK, passengers are advised to check with their airline and the airport they are flying from for up-to-date information on what may be taken through airport security. Airport websites provide information on any restrictions on carrying items through security.
London Southend now uses state-of-the-art screening equipment, known as C3 technology, which means passengers leave all electrical items and liquids in their bag. Liquids and gels only allowed in containers of up to 100ml in cabin bags.
Always check the restrictions at all the airports you will be travelling through on your outward and return journeys in case different rules are in place.