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Parking at Gatwick doesn't have to cost a fortune. Here's how the official car parks stack up against off-airport park & ride — and how to pick the right one for your trip.
Gatwick operates two terminals — North and South — and each has its own Long Stay, Short Stay, Premium and Valet products. Pricing is dynamic, so the same week's parking can swing by 30%+ depending on when you book.
Off-airport park & ride sits just outside the airport perimeter and almost always undercuts the official car parks on price, trading a 10–15 minute shuttle for the saving.
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.
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.
As early as you can. Prices rise as the travel date approaches and peak holiday weeks routinely sell out — especially Long Stay and Valet.
Official Long Stay shuttles run every 10–15 minutes and take around 5–10 minutes to the terminal. Off-airport shuttles vary by operator — most quote 10–15 minutes door-to-terminal.
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.
More guides: All Gatwick parking options · South Terminal Long Stay · North Terminal Long Stay · Drop-off charges