Two terminals. Five parking products. From a 2-minute covered walk to a free shuttle from Long Stay. All official car parks are operated by Gatwick Airport.
North & South
Terminals served
5 products
Parking types available
2 min
Closest covered walk
10 min
Long Stay shuttle, every 10 min
Highlights
Short Stay — covered, terminal-side
Multi-storey garages at both North and South terminals with covered walkways. Best for shorter trips and frequent flyers.
Long Stay shuttle service
Regular bus transfer to North and South terminals, runs 24 hours. Included in every Long Stay booking.
EV charging available
Charging bays in Short Stay and Long Stay at both terminals. Book a space with EV charging when you reserve.
Which car park?
Find the right option for your trip
Pick what fits your trip and check current prices on the Gatwick website before you book. Prices vary by date and how far in advance you book.
Quick trip · 1 to 2 days
Short Stay
Covered multi-storey with a direct covered walkway to the terminal. No shuttle needed. Most convenient but highest daily rate.
Mid trip · 3 to 7 days
Mid Stay
Covered multi-storey with a 6-minute covered walk to the terminal. No shuttle. A balance of price and convenience. North Terminal only.
Long trip · 7 days or more
Long Stay
Open-air surface car park with a free shuttle bus every 10 minutes, 24/7. Both terminals. Best price for extended trips.
Reduced mobility or maximum ease
Valet or Meet and Greet
Drop the car at the terminal kerbside. Staff park it and return it when you land. Book at least 24 hours in advance.
All options compared
Car Park
Terminal
Type
Transfer
Cost
Premium Short StayLevel 2, CP5 (NT) / CP3 (ST)
Both
Covered
2 min walk, same level as departures
££££££
Short StayCP5 & 6 (NT) / CP1, 2 & 3 (ST)
Both
Covered
4 min walk, covered walkway
££££
Premium Mid StayNorth Terminal only
North only
Covered
~6 min covered walk
££££
Mid StayNorth Terminal only
North only
Covered
6 min covered walk
££££
Long StayNT Long Stay / ST Long Stay
Both
Open air
Free shuttle, every 10 min, 24/7
££££
Valet / Meet and GreetKerbside drop-off
Both
Valet
Zero walk — drop at terminal door
££££
££ Budget £££ Mid-range ££££ Premium £££££ Top tier Prices vary by date. Check gatwickairport.com for current rates.
Products in detail
Multi-storey covered
Short Stay
Covered multi-storey car parks at both terminals. Direct covered walkway, no shuttle. Height restriction 1.8 to 2.1m depending on car park. Blue Badge bays available. Best for trips where convenience matters more than cost.
Both terminals No shuttle
Covered, 6-min walk
Mid Stay
Covered multi-storey with a 6-minute covered walk to the North Terminal. No shuttle. North Terminal only. South Terminal passengers should compare Short Stay and Long Stay for their dates. Good value for 3 to 7 day trips.
North Terminal only No shuttle
Free shuttle, 10 min
Long Stay
Open-air surface car parks at both terminals. Free shuttle bus every 10 minutes, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. No height restriction. 32 Blue Badge bays at North, 95 at South. Lowest price per day.
Both terminals Free shuttle
Kerbside drop-off
Valet / Meet and Greet
Drop the car at the terminal kerbside. A member of staff parks it and returns it on arrival. Available at both terminals. Recommended for reduced mobility passengers. Book at least 24 hours in advance. EV charging available as an add-on.
Both terminals Advance booking required
Parking locations
Where each car park sits relative to the terminals
Schematic only. North Terminal is on the left, South Terminal on the right. Road connections link both sides.
North TerminalCheck-in · DeparturesN
South TerminalCheck-in · DeparturesS
Short Stay
Mid Stay
Long Stay
Valet
Short Stay
Long Stay
Valet
Short Stay (covered)Mid Stay (NT only)Long Stay (shuttle)Valet
Book on the official Gatwick Airport website
Pre-booking online gets a lower rate than drive-up. Prices vary by date and how far in advance you book.
Several hotels near Gatwick Airport offer a stay and park arrangement. You book one night, leave your car in the hotel car park while you travel, and take the hotel shuttle to the terminal. For trips of three days or more it often works out cheaper than official airport parking.
EV charging is available as an add-on to Valet Parking at either terminal — 2 hours on a 22kW fast charger. A GRIDSERVE Electric Forecourt on Ring Road South has 30 chargers available 24/7 without booking a car park space. Blue Badge bays are in all official car parks at both terminals. Valet Parking is recommended for reduced mobility passengers as staff park on your behalf.
EV via Valet add-on GRIDSERVE on site Blue Badge bays in all car parks AccessAble guides available
Common questions
Which car park is closest to the North Terminal?
Premium Short Stay at Car Park 5 puts you on the same level as North Terminal departures — about a 2-minute walk. Short Stay at CP5 or CP6 is the next closest at around 4 minutes via covered walkway.
Which car park is closest to the South Terminal?
Premium Short Stay at Car Park 3, Level 2 is directly connected to South Terminal departures. Short Stay at CP1, CP2, or CP3 is around 4 minutes via covered walkway.
Is Mid Stay available at the South Terminal?
Mid Stay is primarily a North Terminal product. South Terminal passengers looking for a mid-price option should compare Short Stay and Long Stay prices for their dates on the Gatwick website.
How often does the Long Stay shuttle run?
Every 10 to 12 minutes, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Journey time to the terminal is around 10 minutes.
Can I charge my electric vehicle at Gatwick?
The main options are the Valet Parking EV charge add-on (22kW, 2 hours, at either terminal) and the GRIDSERVE Electric Forecourt on Ring Road South which has 30 chargers and does not require booking a car park space. Long Stay car parks do not have EV charging.
Do I need to book in advance?
You do not need to book for Short Stay or Long Stay — both accept drive-up. However, pre-booking online typically gets a lower rate. Valet and Meet and Greet must be booked at least 24 hours ahead. Pre-booking is strongly recommended for any travel during busy periods.
Information sourced from gatwickairport.com. Check the official site for current prices and availability before booking.
