It’s the same debate every year: do you drive to the airport, thereby spending a fortune on long term parking, or do you enlist some unsuspecting relative to be your chauffeur? This year, try something completely different and make getting to Gatwick Airport even simpler.
Car hire: Many car hire companies now offer one-way car hire, allowing you to pick up and drop off in different places. This service is perfect for those who want to make a medium to long journey without dealing with the hassle of Gatwick Airport parking at the end of it. Simply find your nearest car hire location and pick up from there – or ask the company to drop off the vehicle. Hiring a car rather then taking a taxi will almost certainly constitute a saving for you, particularly if you live a reasonable distance away from the airport. Take a look at Holiday Autos if you want to book car hire.
Public transport: Unless you’re laden with bags and suitcases, public transport can be a fast and inexpensive way to reach Gatwick. Coaches serve the airport from many destinations for as little as £2 one way, while the Gatwick Express from London Victoria can get you from London to Gatwick in as little as 30 minutes.
Chauffeur hire: Forget a taxi; the new way to get to Gatwick Airport is by chauffeur. If you’re feeling flush and want the journey to be a real ‘experience’ then there are plenty of companies offering limo services to and from the airport. It’s more expensive than a taxi; but optional extras can include champagne, full baggage handling and, of course, prestige. If you can’t afford to make the full journey by limo but still want something a bit extra special to round off your trip, then you can book a chauffeur as an extra with your Gatwick Airport Parking. You can now take advantage of a ‘meet and greet’ service, where your chauffeur meets you outside the terminal building and parks your car for you.
Cheaper Gatwick Airport parking: If you decide to drive yourself to Gatwick, then you needn’t pay the full-whack. By pre-booking parking with a company like Holiday Extras rather than using the facilities offered by the airport, you could find yourself saving up to 60 per cent. |
