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Gatwick North Terminal Parking: Meet and Greet vs Park and Ride

Flying from Gatwick North? Holiday Extras makes it easy to compare parking options in 2025 and grab the best deal, with prices from just £6.12 per day.

Finding the right airport parking can make all the difference to a hassle-free start to your holiday. When jetting off from the North Terminal at Gatwick, two of the most popular options are Meet and Greet, perfect for quick and convenient terminal drop-off, and Park and Ride, a great-value choice if you're looking to save.

Holiday Extras' goal is to help you compare Gatwick parking options and book with confidence. We focus on location, convenience and cost, so you can book parking that's right for you.

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Top Tip: Book your parking early to guarantee your space and avoid the last-minute rush. With Holiday Extras, you'll find great-value deals from trusted Gatwick parking providers, and we're Never Beaten on Price. By booking in advance online, you could save up to 75% compared to on-the-gate prices. Our recommendations include Free Cancellation should your travel plans change unexpectedly.

Compare Cheap Parking at Gatwick North

Our handy comparison table below makes it even easier to choose between Meet and Greet and Park and Ride. We've listed the parking deals by price, so if you're looking to save money on your Gatwick parking, you've come to the right place.

Airport car park
Price*
(8 days)
Customer Rating
Cophall Parking
£48.95
4.5/5
Reviews
Purple Parking All Terminals
£48.99
4.2/5
Reviews
Holiday Extras Park & Ride
£48.99
4.3/5
Reviews
Airparks Park & Ride
£51.92
4.4/5
Reviews
APH Park & Ride
£51.92
4.6/5
Reviews
I Love Park & Deliver
£65.00
4.7/5
Reviews
Maple Parking Meet & Greet North
£68.00
4.2/5
Reviews
Meteor Meet & Greet Parking North
£70.00
4.5/5
Reviews
ACE Parking Meet & Greet North
£70.00
4.2/5
Reviews
Holiday Extras Ultimate Meet & Greet North
£70.00
4.2/5
Reviews
I Love Meet & Greet Parking
£70.00
4.6/5
Reviews
Purple Parking Meet & Greet North
£70.00
4.2/5
Reviews
Airparks Meet & Greet North
£70.00
4.3/5
Reviews
Bubble Parking - Park & Deliver North
£71.00
5/5
Reviews
I Love Valet Parking + Car Wash
£83.00
3.7/5
Reviews
Bubble Gatwick to Heathrow Valet
£218.00
No reviews yet
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Top Park and Ride Services Near Gatwick North

From trusted providers like APH, Holiday Extras, Purple Parking and Airparks, to Gatwick Long Stay, there are plenty of Park and Ride options to choose from.

Take a look at the Park and Ride options below, arranged by transfer time, so you can quickly see which car parks are closest to the terminal. All are located off-airport with fast, reliable shuttle transfers and prices start from only £6.12 per day.


  • Smiling woman being dropped off at Gatwick Airport by an I Love Park & Deliver transfer bus

    I Love Park & Deliver

    On-airport (drop off at car park, pick up at North Terminal)

    5-minute transfer

    Leave keys

    Fencing, CCTV, lighting, locked gate entry & 24-hour security

    I Love Car Park, Travelodge, Povey Cross Road, Hookwood, Surrey, RH6 0BE

    Suitable for passengers with mobility issues

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    Prices from £8.13 p/d


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  • Smiling woman on the phone at Gatwick North Terminal calling Park & Deliver to have her car returned by Bubble Parking, with the terminal visible in the background

    Bubble Park & Deliver

    On-airport (park your car, then have it returned to North Terminal)

    5-minute transfer

    Leave keys

    Fencing, CCTV, lighting, locked gate entry & 24-hour security

    I Love Car Park, Travelodge, Povey Cross Road, Hookwood, Surrey, RH6 0BE

    Accessible car park & shuttle buses

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    Prices from £8.88 p/d


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  • Man boarding a Purple Parking Park & Ride shuttle bus from the car park to Gatwick Airport

    Purple Parking Gatwick

    Off-airport

    10-minute transfer

    Leave keys

    24-hour security, regular patrols

    Purple Parking, Charlwood Road, Lowfield Heath, Crawley RH11 0QB

    Accessible car park & shuttle buses

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    Prices from £6.12 p/d


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  • Smiling woman off loading travel luggage from the boot of her car at Holiday Extras Park & Ride at Gatwick Airport

    Holiday Extras

    Off-airport

    10-minute transfer

    Leave keys

    Perimeter fencing, CCTV, floodlighting and regular patrols

    Charlwood Road, Lowfield Heath, Crawley RH11 0QB

    Accessible car park & shuttle buses

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    Prices from £6.12 p/d


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  • Female passenger boarding a Cophall Parking Park & Ride shuttle bus at Gatwick Airport

    Cophall Parking

    Off-airport

    7-12 minute transfer

    Leave keys

    24-hour security (CCTV, fencing, patrols)

    Cophall Parking, Effingham Rd, Copthorne, Crawley, West Sussex RH10 3HZ

    No wheelchair ramps for shuttle buses

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    Prices from £6.12 p/d


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  • Woman boarding an Airparks Park & Ride shuttle bus to Gatwick Airport on a bright sunny day

    Airparks

    Off-airport

    10-12 minute transfer

    Leave keys

    CCTV, entry and exit barriers, fencing and 24-hour patrols

    Airparks Gatwick, Copthorne Road, Crawley RH10 3PD

    Accessible car park & shuttle buses

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    Prices from £6.49 p/d


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  • Woman boarding an APH Park & Ride shuttle bus to Gatwick Airport on a bright sunny day

    APH Park & Ride

    Off-airport

    10-12 minute transfer

    Leave keys

    CCTV, entry and exit barriers, fencing and 24-hour patrols

    APH Gatwick, Copthorne Road, Crawley RH10 3PD

    Accessible car park & shuttle buses

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    Prices from £6.49 p/d


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Compare The Best Meet and Greet Services at Gatwick North

Meet and Greet parking (also known as Valet Parking) is the most convenient way to start your trip. Simply drive to the North Terminal, hand your keys to a professional driver, and head straight to check-in.

Trusted operators like Meteor, I Love Valet Parking, I Love Meet and Greet, and Official Gatwick Valet Parking offer quick forecourt drop-off just steps from Departures, with prices starting from £8.50 per day.

Take a look below to compare the most popular Meet and Greet options available to book with Holiday Extras.


  • Female passenger with an open car boot taking out luggage and being greeted by a friendly female I Love Meet & Greet driver at Gatwick Airport

    I Love Meet and Greet

    Both Terminals

    Forecourt drop-off

    Leave keys

    CCTV and regular patrols

    Accessible, no shuttle required

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    Prices from £8.75 p/d


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  • Close-up of a red car being washed by a staff member at I Love Valet Parking Gatwick Airport

    I Love Valet Parking + Car Wash

    Both Terminals

    Forecourt drop-off

    Leave keys

    CCTV and regular patrols

    Exterior Car Wash Included

    Accessible, no shuttle required

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    Prices from £10.38 p/d


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  • Female passenger walking toward the North Terminal at Gatwick Airport after dropping off her car with Meteor Parking Meet & Greet

    Meteor Meet and Greet

    Both Terminals

    Forecourt drop-off

    Leave keys

    Car park is secured by 24-hour security, Electric barrier & CCTV

    Accessible, no shuttle required

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    Prices from £8.75 p/d


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  • Meet & Greet reception sign at Gatwick North Terminal showing logos for Holiday Extras, Purple Parking, and Airparks

    Purple Parking Meet and Greet North

    North Terminal

    3-minute walk

    Leave keys

    Secure parking with fencing, CCTV and staff patrols

    Accessible, no shuttle required

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    Prices from £8.75 p/d


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  • Smiling female passenger handing over her car keys to a male Maple Parking Meet & Greet North staff member wearing a green company logo t-shirt at Gatwick Airport

    Maple Parking Meet and Greet North

    North Terminal

    3-minute walk

    Leave keys

    Secure compound

    Accessible, no shuttle required

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    Prices from £8.50 p/d


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  • Close-up of hands exchanging car keys and a parking ticket for Airparks Meet & Greet at Gatwick Airport

    Airparks Meet and Greet

    Both Terminals

    3-minute walk

    Leave keys

    Security fencing and 24-hour staff

    Accessible, no shuttle required

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    Prices from £8.75 p/d


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  • Car park at Holiday Extras Meet & Greet North Gatwick Airport with directional arrows leading to parking area

    Holiday Extras Meet & Greet North

    North Terminal

    3-minute walk

    Leave keys

    CCTV and regular patrols

    Accessible, no shuttle required

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    Prices from £8.75 p/d


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  • Female traveller walking toward the North Terminal at Gatwick Airport after dropping off her car with Ace Meet & Greet

    Ace Meet & Greet North

    North Terminal

    3-minute walk

    Leave keys

    Secure parking with fencing, floodlighting, CCTV & 24-hour staff patrols

    Accessible, no shuttle required

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    Prices from £8.75 p/d


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Recommended by Holiday Extras

Whether it's a seasonal deal or a limited-time special offer, comparing the best deals is key to finding the cheapest price. Our recommended park and ride and meet and greet deals below include great savings and start from just £45.95 per week, with either a Winter Special or exclusive Special Offer.

Alternatively, Holiday Extras Ultimate Park & Ride, is one of our top-booked car parks and comes with the option to add Late Return Cover, where we'll cover 100% of your overstay fees, for up to 48 hours, so you're fully protected.


  • Purple Parking Park & Ride Gatwick Winter Special logo, top-booked offer

    Purple Parking Winter Special

    10-minute transfer

    One of our top-booked park and ride services, now with a winter discount! It's everything you need for a stress-free start to your winter break.


    Prices from £45.99 p/w


  • Cophall Parking Gatwick Special Offer logo

    Cophall Parking - Special Offer

    7-10 minute transfer

    Enjoy a special offer on this quick and easy park and ride. With CCTV, fencing, barriers and staff patrols, you'll get the same secure service, at a cheaper rate!


    Prices from £45.95 p/w


  • Maple Parking Meet and Greet Gatwick North Terminal Special Offer logo, includes No Wait Guarantee

    Maple Parking Meet and Greet North - Special Offer

    Short stroll

    Convenient and time-saving meet and greet parking - now with a special offer! Just a short stroll to the terminal, with No Wait Guarantee included, so you'll be jetting off in no time.


    Prices from £68.00 p/w


  • Holiday Extras Ultimate Park & Ride Gatwick logo, includes Late Return Cover

    Holiday Extras - Ultimate Park & Ride

    10-minute transfer

    A simple, secure, and top-rated park and ride close to both terminals. Just drop off your car and keys at reception, then hop on the reliable shuttle bus, running every 20 minutes. It's parking made easy and great value too!


    Prices from £48.99 p/w


Which Gatwick North Parking is Right for You?

Whether you're travelling for business or heading off on a family getaway, Holiday Extras has set up this guide to make it easy to find the best parking for your trip. Below, you'll find tailored recommendations for every type of traveller at Gatwick North Terminal, so you can make a quick decision and book with confidence.

Your Situation Recommended Option Why It Suits you Best
Family with kids Meet and Greet Drop off right outside the North Terminal, ideal when travelling with kids and bags.
Budget-conscious travel Park and Ride Lowest prices for parking near Gatwick North, with regular shuttles getting you to the terminal in 10-15 minutes.
Corporate traveller Meet and Greet Quick and efficient! Perfect for tight schedules, early flights or last-minute bookings.
Longer trips Park and Ride Great value for longer stays without compromising on service.
Early departures or late returns Meet and Greet Skip the shuttle and head straight to the terminal, which is perfect for late returns or early morning flights.
Travellers with reduced mobility Meet and Greet Step straight from your car to the North Terminal entrance, with no transfers and no hassle.
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Top Tip: Travelling from another terminal? If you're flying from Gatwick South, take a look at our guide to the different parking types available there, including Meet and Greet and Park and Ride options. For more handy airport advice, visit our Gatwick Airport FAQ hub. If you're driving an electric vehicle, take a look at our helpful guide to EV charging at Gatwick Airport.

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*Prices displayed throughout are correct at the time of writing and are subject to change depending on availability. Weekly prices are based on 8 days of parking.