easyJet uses North Terminal at Gatwick Airport for all departures and arrivals. This applies to every easyJet flight operating from Gatwick since 29 March 2026. If your booking or hotel confirmation references South Terminal, it was accurate before March 2026 but no longer applies.
We arrange private hire collections for easyJet passengers at Gatwick North Terminal regularly. This guide covers check-in deadlines, twilight bag drop, which car parks to use, which hotels are closest, and what to do if your driver or taxi drops you at the wrong terminal.
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⚙ Quick Answer: easyJet Terminal at Gatwick
easyJet uses North Terminal at Gatwick for all departures and arrivals, since 29 March 2026. Bookings that show South Terminal are out of date.
Bag drop closes 60 minutes before departure and easyJet enforces this without exception. The gate closes 30 minutes before departure.
Twilight bag drop lets you drop hold luggage the evening before (20:00–22:00) for flights departing at or before 08:30.
easyJet at Gatwick: At a Glance
The headline facts before the detail.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Terminal | North Terminal (all easyJet flights) |
| Moved to North Terminal | 29 March 2026 |
| Bag drop opens | About 2.5 hours before departure |
| Bag drop closes | 60 minutes before departure |
| Gate closes | 30 minutes before departure |
| Twilight bag drop | Previous evening 20:00–22:00, for flights at or before 08:30 |
| Closest hotel | Hampton by Hilton — about 2 minutes by covered walkway |
| Express Pick-Up for arrivals | Car Park 6, Level 4 |
| Contact | +44 20 3617 7825 or online booking |
Quick Answers
Did easyJet move to North Terminal at Gatwick?
Yes. On 29 March 2026, easyJet moved all its Gatwick operations to North Terminal. Before that date, some easyJet routes operated from South Terminal. All easyJet departures and arrivals at Gatwick now use North Terminal.
What time does easyJet bag drop close at Gatwick?
easyJet bag drop at Gatwick North Terminal closes 60 minutes before departure. Bag drop opens approximately 2.5 hours before departure. If you miss bag drop, you cannot board the flight — easyJet enforces this deadline without exception.
What is twilight bag drop at Gatwick?
Twilight bag drop allows easyJet passengers with flights departing at or before 08:30 to drop hold luggage the previous evening from 20:00 to 22:00 at Gatwick North Terminal.
Which hotel is best for an early easyJet flight from Gatwick?
Hampton by Hilton London Gatwick Airport — 2-minute covered walkway to North Terminal, where easyJet operates.
Which terminal does easyJet use at Gatwick?
North Terminal. All easyJet departures and arrivals at Gatwick have operated from North Terminal since 29 March 2026. South Terminal is not used by easyJet.
Is Gatwick Airport a silent airport?
Yes. Gatwick does not make passenger announcements over the public address system. easyJet themselves advise passengers to monitor the departure screens at all times for gate assignments and any changes. Check screens regularly.
easyJet at Gatwick: North Terminal
easyJet operates all Gatwick flights from North Terminal. This change came into effect on 29 March 2026, when easyJet moved all its operations from both terminals to North Terminal only. Before that date, some easyJet routes used South Terminal.
If you are travelling on an easyJet flight from Gatwick — departing or arriving — you need North Terminal.
If your booking was made before March 2026 and your itinerary shows South Terminal, contact easyJet or check the app to confirm. Older travel itineraries may still show outdated terminal information.
easyJet Check-In at Gatwick North Terminal
For most easyJet passengers, check-in is completed online before arriving at the airport. Online check-in opens 24 hours before departure on the easyJet app or website.
At Gatwick North Terminal, easyJet operates bag drop desks where you hand over your hold luggage after completing online check-in.
Passengers who may need the full check-in desk (not just bag drop):
- Groups of more than 9 passengers
- Unaccompanied children
- A child on a separate booking to the accompanying adult
- Passengers unable to complete online check-in
For the majority of easyJet passengers, bag drop is the only desk interaction needed at the airport.
Bag Drop Deadlines at Gatwick for easyJet
easyJet enforces its deadlines strictly. Missing bag drop means missing your flight.
| Stage | Timing |
|---|---|
| Bag drop opens | ~2.5 hours before departure |
| Bag drop closes | 60 minutes before departure |
| Gate closes | 30 minutes before departure |
Our team books private hire pickups to arrive at Gatwick at least 2 hours before departure for easyJet flights. This allows time for queuing, bag drop, and security without rushing.
During school holidays, half terms, and bank holiday weekends, security queues at Gatwick North Terminal extend significantly. We recommend arriving 2.5 hours before departure during these periods.
Twilight Bag Drop at Gatwick North Terminal
For flights departing at or before 08:30, easyJet offers a twilight bag drop at Gatwick North Terminal.
Twilight bag drop is available the previous evening from 20:00 to 22:00. This allows passengers with early morning departures to drop hold luggage the night before — removing the need to arrive at 04:30 the next morning for a 06:00 flight.
After dropping bags, you return to your hotel or accommodation. On the morning of departure, you arrive for security only — bags are already checked.
Who benefits most from twilight bag drop:
- Passengers staying at Hampton by Hilton or Sofitel at North Terminal — a 2-minute covered walk to bag drop the evening before
- Families with young children who want to minimise the early morning rush
- Passengers with early flights who want to arrive later in the morning
If you use twilight bag drop, arrive at North Terminal at least 90 minutes before departure on the morning of the flight — you still need to clear security and reach the gate.
What To Do If You Arrive at South Terminal for an easyJet Flight
If your taxi or private hire vehicle drops you at Gatwick South Terminal instead of North Terminal, the fix is straightforward.
Take the free inter-terminal shuttle from South Terminal to North Terminal.
The shuttle:
- Is free
- Runs 24 hours a day
- Takes approximately 2–3 minutes between terminals
Follow signs in South Terminal to the inter-terminal shuttle. It runs continuously. Allow extra time — if your bag drop closes in under 30 minutes, go straight to the shuttle without stopping.
If you are being collected at North Terminal after an easyJet arrival, tell your driver or taxi: North Terminal, Gatwick Airport. We confirm the terminal with passengers when taking bookings. If your driver collects from South Terminal by mistake, the shuttle resolves it in 3 minutes — but the added walk time with luggage is inconvenient.
Car Parks for easyJet at Gatwick
easyJet passengers should use North Terminal car parks.
Short Stay (drop-off or short trips): Car Parks 5 and 6 Express Pick-Up (collections): Car Park 6, Level 4 Long Stay (holidays): North Terminal Long Stay — free shuttle to terminal
If you pre-booked South Terminal car parking before the March 2026 terminal change, you have two options: amend to a North Terminal car park, or park at South Terminal and take the free inter-terminal shuttle (allow 15–20 minutes additional).
Hotels for easyJet Passengers at Gatwick
easyJet passengers at Gatwick should book hotels at or near North Terminal.
Hampton by Hilton London Gatwick Airport — approximately 2 minutes by covered walkway to North Terminal check-in desks. The most convenient option for any easyJet departure, particularly early flights. For twilight bag drop, this is the ideal combination — walk to bag drop in 2 minutes the evening before.
Sofitel London Gatwick — approximately 5 minutes by covered walkway. Premium option with full restaurant, bar, spa and meeting rooms. Parking packages available.
Premier Inn Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) — directly opposite the North Terminal entrance. Budget-value option for overnight stays before easyJet flights. Not to be confused with the Premier Inn A23 property, which is not terminal-connected.
For full North Terminal hotel comparisons, see our Hotels Near Gatwick North Terminal Guide.
easyJet Arrivals at Gatwick North Terminal
easyJet flights land and disembark at North Terminal.
For international arrivals:
- Follow signs to UK Border / Passport Control
- Join the appropriate passport queue (UK/EU or other)
- Proceed to baggage reclaim
- Exit through Customs (green or red channel)
- Enter the North Terminal arrivals hall
For domestic arrivals:
- Proceed directly to baggage reclaim — no passport control required
- Exit to the North Terminal arrivals hall
After clearing arrivals, private hire vehicles collect from the designated pick-up area at North Terminal. We collect easyJet arrivals at North Terminal regularly — confirm North Terminal at the time of booking.
Vehicle Options for Gatwick Airport Transfers
Pre-booked Gatwick transfers are available in eight vehicle classes, from saloon to executive MPV. Every fare is charged per vehicle, not per passenger, so the cost per person falls as the group grows. A wheelchair accessible vehicle (WAV) is available on request — confirm at booking.
| Vehicle class | Passengers | Luggage | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saloon | Up to 4 | Up to 3 cases | Solo, couple, small group |
| Estate | Up to 4 | Up to 5 cases | Family with pushchair or ski bags |
| MPV5 | Up to 5 | Up to 5 cases | Small group or family |
| MPV6 | Up to 6 | Up to 6 cases | Small group or family |
| MPV7 | Up to 7 | Up to 7 cases | Family with multiple children or large luggage |
| MPV8 | Up to 8 | Up to 8 cases | Larger groups |
| Executive Saloon | Up to 4 | Up to 3 cases | Business travel |
| Executive MPV | Up to 7 | Up to 7 cases | Business group |
See our standard cars, MPV cars, executive taxi and minibus fleet pages, or read our guide to wheelchair-accessible airport transfers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Did easyJet move to North Terminal at Gatwick?
A: Yes. On 29 March 2026, easyJet moved all its Gatwick operations to North Terminal. Before that date, some easyJet routes operated from South Terminal. All easyJet departures and arrivals at Gatwick now use North Terminal.
Q: What time does easyJet bag drop close at Gatwick?
A: easyJet bag drop at Gatwick North Terminal closes 60 minutes before departure. Bag drop opens approximately 2.5 hours before departure. If you miss bag drop, you cannot board the flight — easyJet enforces this deadline without exception.
Q: What is twilight bag drop at Gatwick?
A: Twilight bag drop allows easyJet passengers with flights departing at or before 08:30 to drop hold luggage the previous evening from 20:00 to 22:00 at Gatwick North Terminal. This removes the need to arrive at the airport very early on the morning of an early flight.
Q: Which hotel is best for an early easyJet flight from Gatwick?
A: Hampton by Hilton London Gatwick Airport — 2-minute covered walkway to North Terminal, where easyJet operates. For twilight bag drop, this is the most practical combination: 2 minutes from hotel to bag drop the evening before, 2 minutes from hotel to security the next morning.
Q: Which terminal does easyJet use at Gatwick?
A: North Terminal. All easyJet departures and arrivals at Gatwick have operated from North Terminal since 29 March 2026. South Terminal is not used by easyJet.
Q: Is Gatwick Airport a silent airport?
A: Yes. Gatwick does not make passenger announcements over the public address system. easyJet themselves advise passengers to monitor the departure screens at all times for gate assignments and any changes. Check screens regularly.
Q: What car park should I use for Express Pick-Up of an easyJet arrival at Gatwick?
A: Car Park 6, Level 4, at North Terminal. Flat-rate charge. Enter after your passenger has cleared baggage reclaim — this avoids exceeding the flat-rate window while waiting.
Q: Can I take the train to Gatwick for an easyJet flight?
A: Yes, with a short extra step. Gatwick railway station connects directly into South Terminal. From South Terminal, take the free inter-terminal shuttle to North Terminal — approximately 3 minutes. From North Terminal, follow signs to easyJet check-in.
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Booking a Private Hire Transfer for easyJet at Gatwick
Stansted Airport Taxi provides pre-booked private hire transfers to and from Gatwick Airport North Terminal. Our fares are fixed at booking and include all charges including the £10 terminal drop-off charge (effective 6 January 2026).
We confirm the terminal with every passenger at the time of booking. For easyJet, we confirm North Terminal for all departures and arrivals.
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Fares shown are indicative, calculated on distance by vehicle class, and confirmed at booking via our fare calculator. Your final fixed price is locked in your booking confirmation — no surge, no airport surcharge, no late-night premium, no card fees.
- ✔ Fixed fare confirmed at booking — includes the Gatwick terminal charge
- ✔ North Terminal and South Terminal, door to door
- ✔ Saloon through Executive MPV, with real-time flight monitoring
- ✔ Child seats available on request at £15 per seat
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