Premium Parking

Two-minute walk buys you Premium bays on the terminal level

Premium Parking at Gatwick puts you in short-stay bays that line up with the terminal bridges, so you walk about 2 minutes into North or South instead of messing with lifts. These spaces sit on the same level as the terminal entrances and the Sofitel at North, which is why regular BA and easyJet flyers pay extra here.

This is an official Short Stay product, not valet, and it sits directly next to the terminal buildings rather than across a road. You still use the normal entry for Short Stay, then reach Premium by driving through a second barrier inside the car park. Think of it as a walled-off section on the better levels, not a separate multi-storey.

Pricing is higher than standard Short Stay per day, and the gap grows once you hit 24 hours and beyond, so it only really makes sense for 1–3 day trips. One FlyerTalk poster said the real value sits with people without priority or Fast Track security, since elites may feel the Premium surcharge gives less benefit once they clear the terminal doors.

Regulars mention that Gatwick runs parking promos on social media, including recurring Facebook ads with around 20% off official parking. They’ll plug in their dates, compare Premium versus regular Short Stay, and only book Premium if the discount narrows the gap to a few pounds per day. That turns the “time vs money” trade-off into a small step up instead of a big jump.

Tip: If you’re checking bags on BA or easyJet, aim for a Premium level that lines up with your airline’s check-in zone in North or South, so your 2-minute walk stays 2 minutes with luggage.