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Airparks Gatwick Self Park, Gatwick Airport

Choose Airparks Self Park at Gatwick Airport for a secure, hassle-free park and ride service where you keep your keys.

This convenient self-park option means you park your own vehicle and take your keys with you - no need to hand them over. Simply arrive at the car park, check in at the reception area, and head to the terminal using the free shuttle bus.

Key features of Airparks Self Park at Gatwick:

  • Keep your keys - park your own car and take your keys with you

  • Free shuttle transfers - regular buses run every 10-15 minutes

  • Quick transfers - just a 10-12 minute journey to Gatwick’s North and South Terminals

  • Safe and secure parking - with CCTV, gated entry, and regular staff patrols

  • Open 24/7 - perfect for early or late flights

Ideal for travellers looking for low-cost Gatwick Airport parking with full control and peace of mind.

Off-airport
Frequency 10 - 15 minutes
Transfer time 10 - 12 minutes
24-hour operation
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Location

Address:
Airparks Gatwick (APH Parking) Copthorne Road
Crawley RH10 3PD
Airparks Gatwick Self Park, Gatwick Airport map

Other information

  1. Directions
  2. Additional Information

Directions

To reach the Airparks Self Park facility near Gatwick Airport, follow these step-by-step directions from the M23:

From the M23:

  1. Exit at Junction 10 (signposted East Grinstead)

If you're heading southbound:

  1. Take the 1st exit at the roundabout onto the A264 - Copthorne Way

If you're heading northbound:

  1. Take the 3rd exit at the roundabout onto the A264 - Copthorne Way

Then:

  1. Continue straight over the first roundabout (2nd exit)
  2. At the next roundabout, take the 4th exit onto the A2220, signposted Maidenbower
  3. Continue on the A2220, following signs for APH Parking Centre
  4. Drive past the Texaco Petrol Station (note: some SatNavs may direct you here)
  5. After approximately 0.25 miles, turn right into Crawley Garden Centre - look out for the APH entrance sign on your right
  6. Follow the APH signs to reach the car park check-in area

Arrival instructions

  1. When using Airparks Self Park at Gatwick Airport:

  2. Drive up to the automated barrier - it will lift automatically

  3. Follow the road markings to the arrival bays

  4. Unload your luggage

  5. Go into reception, where a member of staff will direct you to a parking space

  6. Park your car and keep your keys

  7. Catch the courtesy transfer bus to Gatwick Airport terminals - buses run every 10-15 minutes and the journey takes around 10-12 minutes

 

Tip: Allow extra time for check-in and transfer to the airport, especially during peak travel periods.

Return instructions

When you return to Gatwick Airport:

  1. Make your way to the Airparks bus stop just outside the terminal

  2. Board the return shuttle bus back to the car park

  3. Go into reception to get your exit code for the barrier

  4. Return to your car and enter the code to exit the car park

  5. The car park is staffed 24/7 and fully secured with CCTV and controlled access.

Important information

Vehicle size and licence:
The car park accepts any vehicle that fits in a standard parking bay and can be driven with a standard UK driving licence.

Transfer coach restrictions:
Bikes, surfboards, windsurf boards, and similarly large items cannot be transported.
Snowboards and skis are allowed.

This service is operated by APH Gatwick.

Security

The car park is equipped with:

  • Computer-controlled CCTV across the entire site

  • Security lighting throughout

  • Barrier-controlled entry and exit gates

  • Regular staff patrols for added safety

This is a safe and secure parking option for Gatwick Airport with round-the-clock monitoring.

Disabled facilities

Airparks Self Park is accessible and supports passengers with additional needs:

  • Staff are available to assist - just press the help button at the barrier under the canopy on arrival

  • Shuttle buses are wheelchair-friendly and operate with inclusive boarding facilities

Transfer details

  1. Shuttle buses run every 10-15 minutes, Journey time is approx 10 minutes. 
  2. Transfers usually go to the South Terminal first, followed by the North Terminal, and then return to the car park.
  3. Services run 24/7, including overnight.

Vehicle restrictions

  • Maximum vehicle height: 2.4m

  • Trailers are not permitted

Opening times

Airparks Self Park at Gatwick is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, ensuring access at any time of day or night for all flights.