Gatwick Robotic Parking: How It Works
Mark Holmes
1 min read
London Gatwick has launched robotic parking with Stanley Robotics, the first service of its kind at a UK airport. It was announced on 23 July 2026 and the first passengers could use it from August. It is located near the South Terminal.
How Gatwick robotic parking works
- Drive into a private, enclosed drop-off cabin and switch off your engine.
- Leave the car and confirm by scanning your booking on the on-screen terminal.
- Keep your car keys. Robots lift the car by its tyres and park it in a secure space.
- Give your return flight details. When you return, scan your booking to collect your car from a cabin.
Booking rules to know
- Advance booking only. Walk-ups on the day are not accepted.
- Initially a minimum stay of 5 days applies.
- No entry or exit at weekends, and bookings open between 09:00 and 17:00. Gatwick says these limits may ease as the service grows.
- Vehicle limits: maximum wheelbase 3.3 m, height 2.3 m, wheel diameter 21 inches and weight 2.6 tonnes.
Walk to the terminal or take the free shuttle bus. For current prices and availability, check Gatwick's official robotic parking page and compare with other Gatwick car parks.