Gatwick Airport Parking Prices (LGW)

How much is parking at Gatwick Airport?

Parking at Gatwick costs £38 for the first day in Long Stay, then £32 for each additional day, and £70 per 24 hours in Short Stay. These are drive-up (roll-up) rates, paid on the day without booking, and they apply at both the North and South Terminals.

To get the weekly amount, add up the daily rates: seven days costs £230 in Long Stay and £490 in Short Stay. Actual totals can be lower where you prebook online, and higher once booking fees apply.

Use our interactive Gatwick Parking Calculator below to quickly estimate your total parking cost at London Gatwick. Whether you are away for a weekend or a two-week holiday, comparing your expected fees in advance can help you budget and choose the right car park.

What is the cheapest parking at Gatwick?

The cheapest official option at Gatwick is Long Stay, which includes a free shuttle bus to both terminals. Prebooked official Long Stay and off-airport Park & Ride car parks near Gatwick are often far cheaper than the drive-up rate, with week-long stays commonly listed from roughly £5 to £10 a day when booked in advance.

Ways to Pay Less for Gatwick Parking

Drive-up rates are the most expensive way to park. Booking online in advance, particularly for stays of more than a day, can secure a price well below the standard tariff.

For trips lasting a day or more, Long Stay or an off-airport Park & Ride lot is usually the most cost-effective choice; the shuttle adds a little time but delivers the biggest savings. Short Stay at £70 a day only makes sense for short visits.

For pick-ups, the first two hours in the Long Stay car park are free, which avoids both the Short Stay tariff and the £10 drop-off zone charge.

You can also compare off-airport Park & Ride lots near Gatwick, which are frequently much cheaper than on-airport parking.

Finally, for shorter trips, it may be best to skip parking altogether. Gatwick Airport has its own railway station, with direct trains from London and the south coast, and a taxi or rideshare can beat the cost of parking on a short break.

Not sure if you should drive or take a taxi? Use our Gatwick Parking vs. Taxi & Rideshare Cost Calculator below to compare your expected parking fees against a round-trip taxi, Uber or Bolt. A one-way ride to Gatwick commonly costs anywhere from about £30 to £100 depending on where you start, while a multi-day parking stay can add up quickly.

Enter your trip length and your estimated one-way ride cost to see whether driving or taking a ride is the more budget-friendly option for your Gatwick trip.

Gatwick Parking FAQ

How much is a week of parking at Gatwick?

Seven days at the drive-up Long Stay rate is £230 (£38 plus 6 × £32). Seven days at the drive-up Short Stay rate is £490 (7 × £70).

Is there free parking at Gatwick?

The first two hours in the Long Stay car park are free, which is useful for pick-ups. Short Stay is charged from the first minutes, starting at £8 for up to 30 minutes.

How much does it cost to drop someone off at Gatwick?

Gatwick charges £10 each time you drive into a drop-off zone. Dropping off in the Long Stay car park is free for up to two hours, with a free shuttle bus to the terminal.

Which terminals have parking?

Both the North Terminal and the South Terminal have their own Short Stay and Long Stay car parks, with the same drive-up tariff at each.

Disclaimer: All parking and taxi rates are estimated, based on drive-up prices checked in September 2026, and subject to change without notice. Always confirm current tariffs with Gatwick Airport before you travel. We strive to keep our pricing data as accurate as possible. If you spot an updated price we missed, please contact us to let us know.

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