Gatwick Drop Off Charge
Since 6 January 2026 it costs £10 to drop off passengers at Gatwick in the terminal forecourt drop off zones, which are the closest to the airport. The £10 covers up to 10 minutes, then £1 for each extra minute for up to 20 more minutes. That makes a maximum charge of £30 for a maximum stay of 30 minutes.
Payment is due by midnight the day after your visit. Miss it and you can receive a £100 Parking Charge Notice, reduced to £60 if paid within 14 days. Blue Badge holders are exempt if they register their vehicle with Gatwick in advance.
You can park for Free for 2 hours in the long stay car park.
Gatwick Drop Off Parking Charges
| Car Park | Duration | Price* |
|---|---|---|
| Gatwick Short Stay | Up to 10 minutes | £10.00 |
| Gatwick Short Stay | 11 to 30 minutes | £10.00 + £1 per extra minute (max £30.00) |
| Gatwick Long Stay | Up to 2 hours | FREE |
Drop Off Questions
How to pay Gatwick drop-off charges
To make automated drop-off payment call 0330 174 4503
Gatwick drop off charge contact number
Gatwick Airport's call centre is open 08:00 - 18:00, seven days a week, contact them on 0330 333 9268.
Please note however that opening times for the call centre will differ on public holidays:
Bank Holidays - open 10:00 - 16:00
Christmas Day (25 December) - closed
Boxing Day (26 December) - closed
Car parks however are open 24 hours a day, all year round.
Gatwick drop off charges
You have until midnight the following day to pay the drop-off charge. Rates are as follows:
- £10 for the first 10 minutes
- then £1 for each additional minute, for up to 20 more minutes
- Maximum stay is 30 minutes (10 + 20), so the maximum daily charge is £30 (£10 + £20)