Flights from Heathrow

Gatwick Airport Information

• How to get to Gatwick Airport

  Travelling by car:
  
  Use the M23 to get to Gatwick Airport. It's just off Junction 9.
  
  Travelling by train:
  
  Gatwick Airport is directly connected to 120 train stations.
  
  Travelling to Gatwick airport by train from London is pretty easy. Catch direct trains from several stations including London Victoria, St Pancras International and London Bridge.
  
  Trains from the South East run regularly to and from Gatwick airport, including: Brighton, Southampton, Eastbourne, Portsmouth and many local stations.
  
  Travelling by bus or coach:
  
  Gatwick airport is served by a national network of bus and coach services that run all year round. National Express, megabus and flixbus all provide regular routes to and from Gatwick airport's north and south terminals. There's a frequent transfer service to Heathrow too.
  
  Travelling by taxi:
  
  Gatwick airport have their own private fleet of taxi operators - Airport Cars Gatwick - and they're available to pre-book online or catch ad-hoc. You can use other taxis if you prefer.
  
  Heads up - if you're getting dropped off by a different taxi firm, you'll have to pay a £6 drop-off charge on top of your fare.
  

• Parking at Gatwick Airport

• Can I drop off / pick up?

  Yes, but it comes with a price! There's a £5 fee (payable online or by phone) to enter the Drop Off / Collection area of each terminal.
  
  But for those longer goodbyes, you can drop passengers off for free at the Long Stay car parks, where they can use the free shuttle bus to get to the terminal itself.

• Is there a smoking area?

  You’ll only be able to light up outside the arrivals area, before passing through security. After that, it’s a fully smoking-free zone, and yes, that includes e-cigarettes and vapes!

• How long do I need to be at Heathrow before my flight?

  You can never be at the airport too early! That's what we always say, anyway. It just means you have more time for cocktails and duty-free. Fine by us! Seriously though, you should ideally check in at Heathrow Airport at least two hours before departure if you're flying domestically or within Europe. Flying further afield? You'll wanna extend that to at least 3 hours before your flight departs.

• Is there an airport lounge?

  Yes, terminals 2, 3, 4 and 5 all have their own lounges where you can freshen up and relax with a couple of bevs before your flight.
  
  In Terminals 2 and 4 it's the Plaza Premium Lounge. Open from 5am til 9pm every day, there's hot and cold food and meals available (obvs!) There's plenty of space to rest too - you can even hire out a private suite for a cat nap. Prices start from £40pp - or get free access when you choose a Business or First Class flight.
  
  In Terminals 3 and 5 you can access the Club Aspire lounge, winner of 'World's Leading Airport Lounge'. Oooh! Sip a complimentary drink as the planes (and the time!) fly by, or take your pick of the free snacks and digital reading materials. It can all be yours from £34.99pp in Terminal 3 or £39.99 in Terminal 5, where you can also grab a shower, for a fee.

• What facilities are available?

  Being one of the biggest airports in the world, the facilities at Heathrow Airport are...extensive, to say the least! We won't get into all of them here (you'd probs make it to Thailand before you got through it all) but here's its highlights reel:
  
  Shopping
  Erring on the designer side (when in London and all that), there's more luxury goods than you can shake your boarding pass at. You don't need to worry about fitting them in your hand luggage either, as you can leave your items to collect on your return flight, or even get them delivered to your house. La-di-da indeed. We're talking Apple, Acqua di Palma, Benefit, Bobbi Brown, Bottega Veneta, Burberry, Bulgari, Chanel, Dior Diptyque - and that's only A - C!
  
  It's not all about the luxury though, there's plenty of the more bog-standard stuff here if you're just after a good meal deal and not a Mulberry bag - WHSmiths, John Lewis, and Dixons are all here too. A note, though - if you've got your eyes on the top stuff, you'll have the best shopping experience in the newer, bigger Terminal 5.
  
  Restaurants
  Whether you want to grab a quick bite or indulge in a gourmet experience, Heathrow's got you covered. Plus, in participating restaurants, Kids Eat Free during the school holidays when an adult pays - nice one.
  
  In T2 and T3 you'll have your pick of places like YO! Sushi, Shan Shui, Pret A Manger, Big Smoke Taphouse & Kitchen, and LEON.
  
  Meanwhile, in T4 you've got a Wetherspoon, Prince of Wales, Caviar House & Prunier Seafood Bar, Pret, and The Commission.
  
  T5 is where you'll find Gordon Ramsay's Plane Food, Wagamama, Pret, Giraffe, The Globe, Itsu, and more.
  
  Showers
  Showers are available for a fee.
  
  Currency Exchange
  You can change your money in whichever terminal you're flying from. Order ahead online for better rates.
  
  Baby Changing Facilities
  Available alongside each toilet block.
  
  Multi Faith Prayer Rooms
  Each terminal has a quiet space for prayer and meditation.