Major delays expected for Heathrow and Gatwick travelers

Motorists planning to travel to Heathrow or Gatwick Airport this weekend should prepare for significant delays. The M25 motorway will be closed from 9pm on Friday, March 21, until 6am on Monday, March 24. This closure affects both directions between junctions 10 and 11 due to bridge demolition work. Drivers are advised to allow extra time for their journeys. National Highways has urged travelers to reconsider their plans during this period. An expert warned that the road works could lead to major disruption for those flying in and out of London. People heading to the airports may want to explore other transport options, such as trains, which run directly into the terminals. The expert noted that British holidaymakers typically arrive at the airport shortly before their flights, which may not provide enough time amid the expected delays. Moreover, any disruptions caused by the road works will not be the responsibility of airlines or airports, meaning passengers are unlikely to receive compensation for missed flights. Travelers should still plan for potential delays in the overall transportation network. For those needing to navigate around the closures, specific diversion routes have been provided. From junction 10 to junction 11, the route will divert onto the A3. In the opposite direction, travelers will be directed from junction 11 onto the A320. An alternative route through the Dartford Crossing may also be quicker.