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Gatwick South Terminal: Compare Meet and Greet vs Park and Ride

Flying from Gatwick South? Holiday Extras makes it simple to compare the best deals in 2025, with prices from just £6.12 per day.

Planning to fly from Gatwick South Terminal? Choosing the right airport parking can make a huge difference to the start of your holiday. The two most popular options are Meet and Greet, which is ideal for hassle-free drop-off right outside the terminal and Park and Ride, your cheapest option.

Whether you're after the fastest route to Departures or the best value for longer trips, Holiday Extras makes it easy to compare Gatwick parking options and secure the best deal. Meet and Greet saves time and hassle, while Park and Ride offers great value for money. It really depends on what matters most to you, price or convenience!

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Top Tip:

Book parking early to guarantee your space and skip the last-minute stress. With Holiday Extras, you'll find great-value deals from trusted Gatwick parking providers, and we're Never Beaten on Price. By booking ahead, you could save up to 75% compared to paying on the day.

Compare Cheap Parking Options at Gatwick South

Our handy comparison table below makes choosing your parking easier. Each Park & Ride provides transfers to both terminals and we've ordered the packages by price, to help you save money on your parking. You'll also find Customer Reviews to help you choose with confidence.

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 South
£68.00
3.9/5
Reviews
Meteor Meet & Greet Parking South
£70.00
4.5/5
Reviews
Purple Parking Meet & Greet South
£70.00
3.9/5
Reviews
ACE Parking Meet & Greet South
£70.00
4.1/5
Reviews
Holiday Extras Ultimate Meet & Greet South
£70.00
4.1/5
Reviews
I Love Meet & Greet Parking
£70.00
4.6/5
Reviews
Airparks Meet & Greet South
£70.00
4.3/5
Reviews
Bubble Parking - Park & Deliver South
£71.00
4.5/5
Reviews
I Love Valet Parking + Car Wash
£83.00
3.7/5
Reviews
Bubble Gatwick to Heathrow Valet
£218.00
No reviews yet
Reviews


The Best Park and Ride Services Near Gatwick South

From trusted providers like APH, Holiday Extras, Purple Parking and Airparks, to Gatwick Long Stay, there are plenty of park and ride services to choose from.

Browse the Park and Ride options below, with the shortest transfer time first, so you can easily see which car parks are closest to the terminal. All are off-airport with quick shuttle transfers that typically take just 5–15 minutes, 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 South 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 South 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 Top Meet and Greet Services at Gatwick South

Meet and greet (also known as Valet Parking) lets you drive right up to the terminal, hand over your keys to a professional driver, and stroll straight to check-in - it's that simple! It's the ideal choice if you're in a hurry, travelling with family, or just fancy feeling like a VIP.

Meteor, I Love Valet Parking, I Love Meet and Greet, and Official Gatwick Valet Parking offer the closest access to the terminal, with forecourt drop-off just minutes from check-in and prices start from just £8.50 per day. All Meet and Greet services are within walking distance and accessible for anyone with limited mobility, with no shuttle bus required.

Here's an overview of top-rated Meet and Greet services 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

    All 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

    All 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

    Available at North or South Terminal

    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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  • Friendly exchange as a female passenger hands over her keys to a male Purple Parking staff member wearing a high-vis jacket with the company logo at Gatwick South Terminal

    Purple Parking Meet and Greet South

    South 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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  • Female passenger handing her car keys to a Maple Parking Meet & Greet South staff member wearing a high-vis jacket with the company logo at Gatwick Airport

    Maple Parking Meet and Greet South

    South 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

    Available at North or South Terminal

    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 South Gatwick Airport showing a reserved bay with logos for Holiday Extras, Airparks, and Maple Parking

    Holiday Extras Meet & Greet South

    South 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 at Gatwick South Terminal on her mobile phone calling Ace Meet & Greet to have her car dropped off

    Ace Meet & Greet South

    South 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 or a limited-time special offer, shopping around to compare the best deals is key to finding the best 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 our best service yet. It's 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. All the following recommendations include Free Cancellation should your travel plans change unexpectedly.


  • 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 South Terminal Special Offer logo, includes No Wait Guarantee

    Maple Parking Meet and Greet South - Special Offer

    Short stroll

    With over 30 years of experience and staff on hand 24/7, this Valet service is trusted by thousands of travellers every year. Book now with a limited-time special offer!


    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 South Parking is Right for You?

Whether you're travelling for business or jetting off on a family holiday, we've made it easy to find the right parking for you. Below, you'll find recommendations for every type of traveller at Gatwick South Terminal, so you can choose quickly and book with confidence.

Your Situation Recommended Option Why It's Best at Gatwick South Terminal
Family with children Meet and Greet Park right next to the South Terminal, with no shuttle needed it's perfect for managing kids and luggage.
Budget-friendly travel Park and Ride Best value for money at Gatwick South, with quick 5-15 minute shuttle transfers to the terminal.
Business traveller Meet and Greet Fastest, most convenient option, and ideal for saving time before an early flight or tight schedule.
Long holiday Park and Ride Excellent value for longer trips, keeping costs low without compromising on reliability.
Early departures or late returns Meet and Greet Direct terminal access means no waiting around for shuttles, perfect for off-peak flight times.
Travellers with reduced mobility Meet and Greet Step straight from your car to the South Terminal entrance. It's simple, safe, and hassle-free!
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Top Tip: Travelling from a different terminal? If you're flying from Gatwick North, check out our handy guide to comparing Meet and Greet vs Park and Ride at the North Terminal. For more need-to-know information about Gatwick, visit our Gatwick Airport FAQ hub. If you're driving an electric vehicle, take a look at our handy 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.