What time should I leave for Gatwick Airport?

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Our planner: we build your leave time from the scheduled departure. If the flight is running late we show it, but we don’t move your leave time.

London Gatwick Airport · Flights page · 6 Oct 2026

Which terminal is my airline at London Gatwick Airport?

“Flight numbers beginning with 'TOM' operate from North Terminal. Flight numbers beginning with 'BY' operate from South Terminal.”

Where can you fly to from London Gatwick Airport?

“Flying to over 225 destinations direct”

Where is London Gatwick Airport, and what’s the postcode?

“The London Gatwick North Terminal postcode is RH6 0PH.”

• “The London Gatwick South Terminal postcode is RH6 0NP.”

Can you get to London Gatwick Airport by train?

“We are served by four train operators that provide direct services to over 120 stations” Pages differ

• “The train station can be found at the South Terminal, just a five minutes walk from both departures and arrivals.”

When do the first and last trains and buses run?

“The coach should arrive at Gatwick South Terminal at 03:45, and Gatwick North Terminal at 03:50.”

• “Currently, our services run between 04:30 and 23:30, meaning passengers with early departures or late arrivals”

How far is London Gatwick Airport from the city centre?

“London Gatwick is located just 28 miles (45km) south of London and linked directly to the M23 at Junction 9”

• “London 30 to 45 minutes with Southern, Thameslink and Gatwick Express”

Is there meet and greet parking at London Gatwick Airport?

“Customers without a booking (made at least 24 hours in advance) are not permitted to use Valet Parking.”

• “Proceed through the barriers and make your way to multi-story Car Park 6, level 2 following signs for Valet Parking”

How much is parking at London Gatwick Airport?

Premium Short Stay: £12 for up to 30 mins, £87.50 for 12 - 24 hours. Pages differ

• “Park in our South Terminal Short Stay car park between 5pm and 2am for just £25 when you book in advance.”

Turn-up prices. No list of pre-booked prices.

Can you change or cancel parking at London Gatwick Airport?

“If you choose to amend or cancel over the phone with our call centre, you will be charged a £5 administration fee.”

Where do you drop off at London Gatwick Airport?

“The North Terminal drop off area is on the lower level between the Sofitel and the multi-storey car park.”

Blue Badge holders: “Blue Badge holders being dropped off in a designated drop-off zone must pre register to avoid having to pay drop-off charges.”

• “Passengers can be dropped off by car outside the terminal buildings in the designated drop-off zones.”

Where can you get a fine at London Gatwick Airport?

“The charge payable for a Parking Charge is £100 if paid within 28 days.”

How much is drop-off at London Gatwick Airport?

“£10 for 10 minutes £1 for each additional minute up to 20 minutes” Pages differ

How do you pay the drop-off charge at London Gatwick Airport?

“Payments should be made after you exit the drop-off zone”

• “Our Short Stay and Long Stay car parks have payment machines at the exit barrier which accepts card payments only.”

When does bag drop open at London Gatwick Airport?

“Opening hours: 16.30 - 21.00. Eligible flights: all next-day departures before 12:00.”

London Gatwick Airport · Checking in page · 6 Oct 2026

How early should you get to London Gatwick Airport?

London Gatwick Airport’s pages give different answers on how early to arrive. Pages differ

Our planner: we aim to have you inside the terminal 2 hours before a short-haul flight and 4 hours before long-haul. Where Gatwick Airport's own website asks for longer than we usually allow, these use its figure. A planning figure, not a live queue; your airline’s own deadlines come first.

When does check-in open at London Gatwick Airport?

London Gatwick Airport’s pages give different answers on check-in times. Pages differ

Can you take liquids through security at London Gatwick Airport?

“Cosmetics and toiletries no longer need to be under 100ml to come through airport security at London Gatwick.”

• “All other liquids can stay inside your hand luggage when passing through security.”

London Gatwick Airport · Security page · 6 Oct 2026

What food and shops are there at London Gatwick Airport?

“Please note that our shop opening hours are usually open early morning into the evening, however, these change throughout the year.”

London Gatwick Airport · All FAQs page · 6 Oct 2026

Does London Gatwick Airport have a lounge?

“In the North Terminal, you will find the Emirates Lounge, which is by invitation only, No1 Lounge, My Lounge, Plaza Premium Lounge”

How do you book special assistance at London Gatwick Airport?

“The Assisted Travel receptions open at 04:00.” Pages differ

• “Staff can assist you through passport control, baggage reclaim and all the way to your onward travel if needed.”

Blue Badge drop-off and parking at London Gatwick Airport

“The Blue Badge exemption is valid for a 30 minute free drop-off session.” Pages differ

• “Blue badge holders are exempt from the drop-off charge and can register their vehicles or log into an existing account via Times24”

How do you contact London Gatwick Airport?

“Our call centre is open 08:00 - 18:00, seven days a week, contact us on 0330 333 9268.”

• “General information (recorded message): 0344 892 0322”