Car Rental London Gatwick Airport
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Travel Information
Language
English
Currency
GBP
Country code
44
Average car rental length
6 days
Economy car rental price
$34.74 / per day
Traffic direction
Left-hand
Speed limit out of town
97 km/h
60 mi/h
Speed limit within town
48 km/h
30 mi/h
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Airport Car Rental
Get your rental car at London Gatwick Airport! Then visit world-renowned landmarks like Trafalgar Square, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Westminster Abbey, and the Gherkin. London has countless attractions, but it’s also surprisingly green, so drive to Hyde Park, Regent Park, St. James’s Park, or Hampstead Heath to get some fresh air, exercise, and hang out with the locals.
London’s a fun and culturally diverse city, so there’s a huge variety of events, festivals, street performances, plays, and concerts to enjoy. And don’t forget the food! Visit local British restaurants and pubs, but be sure you go to Brixton for African and Caribbean food, the East End for Bangladeshi cuisine, Golders Green for Jewish food, Finsbury Park for Greek and Turkish cuisine, and basically any London area for awesome Asian food!
London Gatwick Airport was the first airport in the world to receive a direct train link to it. London’s a great destination, but why not get a longer term car rental and explore even more? Many beautiful national parks like South Downs, Brecon Beacons, New Forest, and Dartmoor are easy to reach by car, and you can also head to northern England or even Normandy and Bretagne in nearby France. Start planning your vacation now!
Top international routes
- Barcelona
- Dublin
- Malaga
- Amsterdam
- Kingston
- St. George Airport
Main airlines
British Airways, easyJet, Thomas Cook Airlines, TUI Airways, Virgin Atlantic, and Norwegian Air Shuttle
Terminals
The two terminals, North and South, are connected by an automated people-mover system.
Location
London Gatwick Airport is about 48 km (30 miles) south of central London. Motorway M23 and Highway A23 are the main roads connecting the airport to the city.
Most popular types of rental car
- Station wagons - from $93 per day
- Large cars - from $77 per day
- Medium cars - from $80 per day
- Premium cars - from $46 per day
- Small cars - from $52 per day
- SUVs - from $60 per day
Top car rental companies
- Interrent (Tel: +4401293461061 / +4401293513662)
- Enterprise (Tel: +4401293609090)
- Alamo (Tel: +4401293609090)
- SIXT (Tel: +442070188246)
- Keddy (Tel: +4403713843408)
- Avis (Tel: +4403445446001)
- Europcar (Tel: +4403713843408)
- Interrent (Tel: +4401293461061)
- GreenMotion (Tel: +4401293855100)
- Easirent (Tel: +441293839700)
- Rhodium (Tel: +34965233425 / +441293461061)
- Goldcar (Tel: +442078621732)
- Ace Rent a car (Tel: +441293855100 / 3172487251)
- Surprice (Tel: +443300949033 / +447523232343)
Car rental desks
Some car rental desks are in South Terminal, some are in North Terminal, and others are in a separate Car Rental Area. You can access this area by foot from South Terminal, the walk taking only about five minutes.
Services and facilities
There are many shops, including duty-free stores, a bank, and several ATMs. Of the many restaurants, bars, and cafés, most are open from 4:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., while some are open 24/7. There are also lounges, an on-site hotel, baby care rooms, a children’s play area, a lost and found office, showers, soundproof work pods, an interfaith prayer room, and several art exhibitions. The airport is friendly to travelers with reduced mobility. There are two luggage storage services—the one in North terminal is located in the arrivals hall and open daily from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., while the one in South Terminal is located in the arrivals hall, at the back of the check-in area, and open 24/7. You can find more information on the airport's official website.
Nearest gas station
Texaco, located at Brighton Road, Horley RH6, is open 24/7 and can be reached in about three minutes. There are other gas stations even nearer to the airport, but travelers give this Texaco station the highest rating.
Popular one-way rentals
- Stratford-upon-Avon (203 km / 126 mi)
- Bristol (248 km / 154 mi)
- Slough (67 km / 42 mi)
- Reading (88 km / 55 mi)
- Exeter Airport (291 km / 181 mi)
- Yeovil (214 km / 133 mi)
- Bracknell (66 km / 41 mi)
- Chichester (72 km / 45 mi)
- Epsom (43 km / 27 mi)
- Taunton (251 km / 156 mi)
- Dartford (55 km / 34 mi)
- Broadstairs (135 km / 84 mi)
Airport info
London Airport Gatwick (LGW)
- IATA: LGW
- ICAO: EGKK
- Airport name: London Airport Gatwick (LGW)
- Airport type: Public / Civil
- Airport Size: Large Airport
- Elevation AMSL: 62 m / 203 ft
- Runway Surface: Asphalt / Grooved
- Aircraft movements (per year): 285,969
- Passengers (per year): 45,561,700
- Distance from City: 28.6 miles / 46 km S of town
- Airport Hours: 24 hours a day
- Phone: 0870 000 2468
Top 20 Locations near London Gatwick Airport
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Car Rental at London, Enfield Downtown from $53.10 per day
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Car Rental at London Euston Railway Station from $33.34 per day
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Car Rental at London Hammersmith Railway Station from $70.60 per day
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Car Rental at London Kings Cross Railway Station from $33.34 per day
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Car Rental at London, Waterloo Railway Station from $39.76 per day
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Car Rental at London St Pancras Railway Station from $40.16 per day0.7 km / 0.4 miles away
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Car Rental at London Marylebone Railway Station from $32.93 per day2.1 km / 1.3 miles away
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Car Rental at London Paddington Railway Station from $32.93 per day3.2 km / 2.0 miles away
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Car Rental at London Victoria Railway Station from $53.10 per day3.7 km / 2.3 miles away
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Car Rental at London Stratford Railway Station from $54.91 per day9.2 km / 5.7 miles away
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Car Rental at London City Airport from $32.93 per day13.3 km / 8.3 miles away
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Car Rental at London Heathrow Airport from $11.93 per day23.4 km / 14.5 miles away
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Car Rental at Luton Airport from $19.43 per day41.8 km / 26.0 miles away
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Car Rental at London Stansted Airport from $8.50 per day47.1 km / 29.3 miles away
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Car Rental at London Southend Airport from $37.29 per day57.6 km / 35.8 miles away
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Car Rental at Southampton Airport from $25.62 per day106.7 km / 66.3 miles away
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Car Rental at Bournemouth Airport from $29.78 per day145.3 km / 90.3 miles away
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Car Rental at Birmingham Airport from $28.06 per day151.0 km / 93.8 miles away
Map of Car Rental Locations
When are car rental prices cheapest at London Gatwick Airport?
The cost of renting a car at London Gatwick Airport depends on the time of year. This graph compares month-to-month price changes to help you find the best deal.
Average Rental Price at London Gatwick Airport
The cheapest time of the year to rent a vehicle at London Gatwick Airport is November when prices for an Economy class start from $22.58. You can see that this is 35% cheaper than the yearly’s average and 52% cheaper than renting a car in January (when rental prices start at $46.74 for a Compact class). Knowing this can help you find the best price. But remember that these are average numbers. The exact cost of your rental will depend on your rental length and on how far in advance you book the car. Enter your travel dates at the top of the page to see exact prices and offers!
What’s the most popular rental length at London Gatwick Airport?
Travel length differs from one month to another: in September the average rental period is 8 days, while in August, the average rental period is only 5 days.
Average Rental Length at London Gatwick Airport
Which is the busiest car rental month at London Gatwick Airport?
Travelers are most likely to rent a car at London Gatwick Airport in July, while the fewest number of travelers rent in February.
London Gatwick Airport Car Rental Popularity by Monthly Searches
Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
| Rental Agent | Make / Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GreenMotion | VW Golf | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| GreenMotion | VW Polo | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
| Easirent | Ford Focus | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Easirent | Ford Focus | 5 | 4 | Medium cars |
| Ace Rent a car | Ford Fiesta | 4 | 3 | Small cars |
| Easirent | Ford Fiesta | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| GreenMotion | FIAT 500 | 2 | 1 | Small cars |
| Easirent | Ford Fiesta | 4 | 3 | Small cars |
| Easirent | Fiat 500 | 3 | 2 | Small cars |
| Europcar | Vauxhall Corsa | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
Our Customers Reviews
EN
Switzerland
Ford Fiesta
May 26, 2019
I don't see a need in driving a car in London. I spent my time in Sussex and was very happy to travel on my own.
Top 14 Suppliers for London Gatwick Airport in 2019
Interrent
+4401293461061 / +4401293513662
Lower Forecourt Road Lowfield Heath, Lowfield Heath, Crawley RH11 0PR
+4401293609090
Gatwick Airport, South Terminal, Lower Forecourt, Road, Horley, Gatwick RH6 0NY
+4401293609090
Gatwick Airport, South Terminal, Lower Forecourt, Road, Horley, Gatwick RH6 0NY
Avis
+4403445446001
Avis Budget Gatwick Airport South Terminal
Interrent
+4401293461061
Windmill Garage, Old Brighton Road South Crawley
Rhodium
+34965233425 / +441293461061
Windmill Garage, Old Brighton Road South,
Lowfield Heath, RH11 0PR, Crawley, UK
Goldcar
+442078621732
Windmill Garage, 5 Old Brighton Rd S, Horley, Lowfield Heath, Crawley RH11 0PR
Surprice
+443300949033 / +447523232343
Spiritwood, Broadbridge Ln, Smallfield, Horley RH6 9RF
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