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Parking for Gatwick Airport

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Overview

Pick the right parking for Gatwick Airport

Parking for Gatwick Airport comes from two sources: the airport itself (Long Stay, Short Stay, Premium and Valet at each terminal) and a long list of off-airport park & ride providers.

Off-airport beats official on price for most multi-day trips. Official saves you 10–20 minutes on each leg. Match the product to the priority and book ahead either way.

Options

Every parking option for Gatwick Airport

Long Stay (North & South)

The default for trips of 3+ days. Free shuttle every 10–15 minutes, 24/7. Best official value when booked ahead.

Short Stay

Walking distance to the terminal — cheap for a few hours, expensive past 24 hours. Use for pickups and very short trips only.

Premium Parking

Closest self-park to the terminal building, often a short covered walk. No shuttle needed — a middle ground between Long Stay and Valet.

Valet Parking

Drop the car at the terminal forecourt, a chauffeur takes it to a secure compound. Fastest in and out — at the highest price.

Off-airport park & ride

Private operators with secure compounds and shuttle buses to the terminal. Often the cheapest option overall — pick a Park Mark accredited provider.

Meet & greet

Off-airport equivalent of valet: hand over the keys at the terminal, the operator parks for you. Convenient — vet the operator carefully.

Tips for booking parking for Gatwick Airport

  • Lock the rate in advance. Gatwick parking is dynamically priced — quotes today are almost always cheaper than the same booking next week.
  • Pick the right terminal. Long Stay, Short Stay, Premium and Valet are all split by terminal. The inter-terminal train is free but adds 15–20 minutes.
  • Skip Short Stay for long trips. Short Stay is metered hourly. Past 24 hours, Long Stay or off-airport will always undercut it heavily.
  • Use free drop-off zones. The Short Stay car parks are no longer free to drop off — but the Long Stay car parks give you up to 2 hours free with a shuttle to the terminal.

Frequently asked questions

What is the cheapest way to park at Gatwick?

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.

Which terminal car park do I need?

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.

How far in advance should I book?

As early as you can. Prices rise as the travel date approaches and peak holiday weeks routinely sell out — especially Long Stay and Valet.

Is parking at Gatwick safe?

Yes. Every official Gatwick car park is Park Mark accredited with 24-hour CCTV, regular patrols and secure perimeter fencing.

How long does the shuttle bus take?

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.

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More guides: All Gatwick parking options · South Terminal Long Stay · North Terminal Long Stay · Drop-off charges