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Car parking at Gatwick spans everything from £-per-hour Short Stay to weekly off-airport park & ride. Here's how the options compare — and how to book smart.
Car parking at Gatwick is split between official airport car parks at each terminal and a wide ring of off-airport park & ride operators. Both are Park Mark accredited at the reputable end of the market.
Price changes more than anything else — the same week of parking can shift by 40–60% depending on when you book. Lock the rate in early to avoid the surge.
The default for trips of 3+ days. Free shuttle every 10–15 minutes, 24/7. Best official value when booked ahead.
Walking distance to the terminal — cheap for a few hours, expensive past 24 hours. Use for pickups and very short trips only.
Closest self-park to the terminal building, often a short covered walk. No shuttle needed — a middle ground between Long Stay and Valet.
Drop the car at the terminal forecourt, a chauffeur takes it to a secure compound. Fastest in and out — at the highest price.
Private operators with secure compounds and shuttle buses to the terminal. Often the cheapest option overall — pick a Park Mark accredited provider.
Off-airport equivalent of valet: hand over the keys at the terminal, the operator parks for you. Convenient — vet the operator carefully.
Pre-booked off-airport park & ride is usually the cheapest, with the official Long Stay car parks close behind when booked early. Turn-up rates at the barrier are always the most expensive.
As early as you can. Prices rise as the travel date approaches and peak holiday weeks routinely sell out — especially Long Stay and Valet.
Match the car park to your departure terminal — North or South. The inter-terminal shuttle train is free but adds 15–20 minutes with luggage.
Yes. Most operators charge a daily rate for extensions — contact them as soon as you know. Returning past your booked exit time without notice usually costs more than calling ahead.
Valet is worth it when time is tighter than budget — early-morning flights, late returns, travelling with kids or heavy luggage. For everything else, Long Stay or off-airport is far better value.
More guides: All Gatwick parking options · South Terminal Long Stay · North Terminal Long Stay · Drop-off charges