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London Gatwick Airport Parking

Compare Meet & Greet, Park & Ride, On-Airport and Off-Airport parking at London Gatwick, plus everything you need to know before you travel.

Key information

Location & postcode

29 miles south of central London, near Crawley. Gatwick Airport, West Sussex, RH6 0NP

By road

M23 Junction 9, then follow signs for the North or South Terminal

Public transport

Gatwick Express to London Victoria (30 mins) and Thameslink services from the South Terminal station

Terminals

North Terminal, South Terminal

Drop-off charge

£10 for up to 10 minutes, then £1 per extra minute

Passengers per year

Around 40m+

A free inter-terminal shuttle links the North and South Terminals every few minutes. easyJet uses both terminals, so check which one you fly from. Charges and transport details can change. Please check before you travel.

Parking options at London Gatwick

Meet & Greet

Drive to the terminal and hand your keys to a driver, who parks your car for you.

Best for: Families, business travellers and anyone short on time.

On-Airport (Short, Mid & Long Stay)

Official car parks on the airport site, either a short walk or a quick airport shuttle from the terminal.

Best for: Short trips and travellers who want to stay on airport grounds.

Park & Ride

Park in a secure car park near the airport and take a regular shuttle bus to the terminal.

Best for: Holidays of a week or more on a budget.

Off-Airport

Independent car parks further from the airport with a shuttle, or a driver who takes your car to a remote compound.

Best for: Price-conscious travellers with time to spare.

Full guide to parking types

Typical parking prices at London Gatwick

Cheapest total prices found for a drop-off in about 30 days, booking fee included. Prices change with demand, so search your dates for live prices.

Parking type3 days7 days14 days
Off-Airportfrom £13.99from £27.19from £46.79
Park & Ridefrom £16.99from £33.49from £57.99
On-Airportfrom £22.99from £46.09from £80.39
Meet & Greetfrom £27.49from £55.54from £97.19

Parking at London Gatwick Airport

London Gatwick Airport is 29 miles south of central London, near Crawley, and handles around 40m+ passengers a year. Most travellers drive, so choosing the right car park, and booking it early, is one of the easiest ways to save money and start your trip relaxed. Our comparison brings together Meet & Greet, Park & Ride, On-Airport and Off-Airport options at London Gatwick, with the full price shown before you pay.

Driving to the airport

M23 Junction 9, then follow signs for the North or South Terminal. For sat-nav, use the postcode RH6 0NP, or the postcode on your booking confirmation for your car park. Allow extra time at peak times: early mornings, Friday afternoons and the start of school holidays.

Terminals

London Gatwick has 2 terminals (North Terminal, South Terminal). A free inter-terminal shuttle links the North and South Terminals every few minutes. easyJet uses both terminals, so check which one you fly from. Always check the terminal on your ticket before you book, especially for Meet & Greet, where you meet the driver at a particular terminal.

Getting dropped off instead?

The forecourt drop-off charge is £10 for up to 10 minutes, then £1 per extra minute. If someone drops you off and picks you up, you pay twice, plus their fuel and time. For trips of a few days, pre-booked parking can work out cheaper and easier.

Public transport

Gatwick Express to London Victoria (30 mins) and Thameslink services from the South Terminal station. Public transport can be a good choice if you live near a station and are travelling light.

Our top tips

Book 4–8 weeks ahead for the best prices at London Gatwick, especially for summer and half-term. Compare the total price rather than the daily rate. Add Cancellation Cover if your plans might change. Save the provider's phone number before you leave home.

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