Car Rental at London Gatwick Airport from $18/day

Kia Cee'd

or similar SMALL

$18/day

Volvo XC60

or similar SUV

$45/day

Kia Picanto

or similar SMALL

$18/day

Mercedes-Benz C-Class

or similar LARGE

$42/day

Mercedes-Benz E-Class

or similar LUXURY

$54/day

Kia Stonic

or similar SUV

$21/day

Class Compact Wagon

or similar SMALL

$23/day

Kia Sportage

or similar SUV

$23/day

Best rates found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

Car rental at London Gatwick Airport is convenient because it has some of the largest car rental companies in the world, with a wide range of vehicles to choose from. Renting a car at this airport means that you can explore the nearby villages and countryside as well as some of the major cities.
Some of the common car types for car rental at London Gatwick Airport include sedans, 4x4s, minibuses, convertibles, vans, and sportscars. Sedans are ideal for those who want to visit some of the nearby towns in England. 4x4s and minibuses are perfect for small groups, especially if they are traveling on a budget. Sportscars are also available for rent at this airport, but you might find them expensive compared to other types of vehicles. Nevertheless, sports cars are good on narrow winding streets in small towns and villages and around the racetracks that abound in southern England. Convertibles attract more attention than regular sedans, but they are more expensive and not as suitable for driving on highways.
There are several locations at the airport where you can pick up your vehicle, and have it returned once your trip is over. The different locations that offer London Gatwick Airport car rental include the Car Rental Desk location in the arrival hall of Terminal 1. There is also the Cars for Less location in the arrivals hall of Terminals 1 and 2 that specializes in low-cost car rentals. There is also an off-airport location, which is at South Terminal, just past the check-in counters, next to the arrivals hall.
When you need to return your rental car, you can return it at the same location where you picked it up. You can also return your vehicle at any one of the designated locations like the long-term car park, close to the International Terminal, at North Terminal Car Park, and finally at South Terminal. The return process is straightforward, simply take your car rental agreement document and the keys, head to the designated location that you chose when picked up your vehicle.
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What documentation is required for car rentals at London Gatwick Airport?
Documents that you will need to rent a car at this airport are your passport or your driver's license and a passport. You will also need a photo identification that shows the address of where you will be staying in the United Kingdom. A debit or a credit card is also necessary for paying any deposit or last-minute changes to the agreement. You should ensure that there is an adequate amount of cash or credit available on the card if you are planning to get it replaced while in Britain. Finally, you will need your contact number, and address for any last-minute changes.
What kind of amenities are at the London Gatwick Airport rental car center?
The airport car rental center is quite modern and has air conditioning, clean restrooms, seats, informational brochures, and a lounge where travelers can wait for their flights. Several shops sell magazines and newspapers, offering maps of the nearby areas as well as discount cards for local restaurants. An Internet cafe is also available so you can get online before your flight departs. The staff working at the car rental center are friendly, courteous, and will help you with all your queries.
Which rental car companies at the airport are the easiest to use?
The most popular rental car company at the airport is Alamo, which has a reputation for offering cheap rates. They also offer unlimited mileage, friendly staff, free upgrades, and charging of GPS units. The main drawback with this car rental company is that their basic models are quite old. Other efficient car rental companies include Hertz and Europcar. Hertz offers a wide variety of late-model vehicles while Europcar has convenient locations and is easy to use.
How much does it cost to rent a car at London Gatwick Airport?
On average a rental car at London Gatwick Airport costs $54 per day.
What is the cheapest car rental company at London Gatwick Airport?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at U-Save ($16/day), GREEN MOTION ($24/day) and keddy by Europcar ($30/day).
Which car rental companies will pick you up at London Gatwick Airport?
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from London Gatwick Airport to off-airport locations include keddy by Europcar, GREEN MOTION , Europcar, Hertz, Sixt, Alamo, Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Dollar, and Avis.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10.0

Wonderful

1 review

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in London Gatwick Airport

from$59/day

Locations in London Gatwick Airport

Gatwick Airport South Terminal

+44 1293 609090

Monday	07:00 - 23:00
Tuesday	07:00 - 23:00
Wednesday	07:00 - 23:00
Thursday	07:00 - 23:00
Friday	07:00 - 23:00
Saturday	07:00 - 23:00
Sunday	07:00 - 23:00

Budget

8.1

Very good

10 reviews

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

7.0

One location in London Gatwick Airport

from$38/day

Locations in London Gatwick Airport

South Terminal

+44 344 544 6001

Monday	07:00 - 23:00
Tuesday	07:00 - 23:00
Wednesday	07:00 - 23:00
Thursday	07:00 - 23:00
Friday	07:00 - 23:00
Saturday	07:00 - 23:00
Sunday	08:00 - 21:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Jul 2024

No office in major city Brighton. Car was not supplied with Manual for instructions. Car insurance should be included at outset with quote as it is such a major component of the price.

8.0 Very good

Jun 2024

Most of the experience was excellent but felt like the original pick up experience was too pushy in trying to upsell us to spend money on things we didn't need. They know we've just landed from a long flight and are experiencing jet lag and it feels like they are trying to take advantage of you in that moment. Maybe that's just they're job but that part wasn't pleasant.

10.0 Wonderful

Oct 2022

Pick up and drop off were easy. Upgrade to GPS was good.

2.0 Poor

Jan 2024

The didn’t accept to take the car and i stay another 5 hours in the airport to rent the car from another company and i send the email from first day is 16th of January tell now i dont have any answers Please kindly to confirm with them to refund my full amount Thanks

8.0 Very good

Aug 2022

We landed in the North Terminal in Gatwick and had to walk for miles to pick up our car in the South Terminal. Other than that, car was great and service was excellent.

8.0 Very good

Jun 2022

Car due for us needed a service, but after short delay, alternative was found on a busy day for them (rail strike). Courteous and option to return to north terminal without surcharge. Great.

Hertz

7.1

Good

5 reviews

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.8

Value for money

7.2

2 locations in London Gatwick Airport

from$30/day

Locations in London Gatwick Airport

Gatwick Apt North Terminal

+44 843 309 3030

Monday	08:00 - 21:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 21:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 21:00
Thursday	08:00 - 21:00
Friday	08:00 - 21:00
Saturday	08:00 - 21:00
Sunday	08:00 - 21:00

Gatwick

+44 843 309 3030

Monday	06:00 - 20:00
Tuesday	06:00 - 20:00
Wednesday	06:00 - 20:00
Thursday	06:00 - 20:00
Friday	06:00 - 20:00
Saturday	06:00 - 20:00
Sunday	06:00 - 20:00

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6.0 Okay

Sep 2023

Car was good. No information given on what to do to get through exit toll booth as non ticket was provided. No personnel present for car return. Not sure what to go except just leave the car and hope all was ok.

2.0 Poor

Jul 2022

Hertz took my reservation for a pickup in Gatwick airport at 9pm and when I arrived at 8:30pm the entire operation was CLOSED FOR THE DAY!!!!!!!! This forced me to go to another rental agency and pay 4 times the money because I had no other alternative. Absolute lunacy.

8.0 Very good

Apr 2022

Signage for car rental return is poor, but this would be largely the responsibility of the airport

Europcar

6.1

Okay

14 reviews

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.7

Value for money

5.8

2 locations in London Gatwick Airport

from$28/day

Locations in London Gatwick Airport

Furlong Way

+44 371 384 3408

Opening times not available

London Gatwick South Terminal

+44 371 384 3408

Opening times not available

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2.0 Poor

Jun 2024

The place is a total scam. PLEASE be very careful if you deal with them, especially at the moment of signing where they will try to distract you In Order to lock you into some crazy extras. Do yourself a favor and bring your business somewhere else. Feel free to read their google reviews and you will see dozens of clients like me that were duped by a very dishonest sales team.

6.0 Okay

May 2024

Need to know exactly what car is allocated before the paperwork. Clarify and itemise all types of insurance cover being offered and get agreement from the customer. Refrain from upselling to another category of car

10.0 Wonderful

May 2024

Staff were friendly and helpful. New spotless car Get the full insurance coverage there - less hassle, especially if someone scratches your car in a car park.

10.0 Wonderful

Mar 2024

Everything was great from start to finish. We got a nice new SUV as requested, drop and pickup were easy and we got our $250 deposit back with no issues a few days later. Credit card was enough for insurance and we were warned about the risk of not getting additional insurance but not forced to actually take it. Overall amazing experience!

4.0 Mediocre

Dec 2023

Even though we had coverage from a 3rd part insurance provider they insisted that we left with their basic cover package at $40 extra a day. I sent a few emails and they removed the charge 48hours later and refunded for the 2 days.

10.0 Wonderful

Oct 2023

Very friendly and helpful. Car was great to drive. The only issue I had was Gatwick Airports charging for driving through the airport.

GREEN MOTION

6.0

Okay

13 reviews

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.1

Value for money

6.2

2 locations in London Gatwick Airport

from$26/day

Locations in London Gatwick Airport

Gatwick Business Park H14 Kennel Lane, Hookwood,london,,gb

Opening times not available

Gatwick Business Park, H14 Kennel Lane, Hookwood

+44 129 322 0365

Monday	07:00 - 23:00
Tuesday	07:00 - 23:00
Wednesday	07:00 - 23:00
Thursday	07:00 - 23:00
Friday	07:00 - 23:00
Saturday	07:00 - 23:00
Sunday	07:00 - 23:00

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4.0 Mediocre

Oct 2019

Cons:

Shuttle driver treated bags badly and they were badly scratched just from airport to offsite location. Location is hard to find to return cars. Cheap up front rate uktimstely four times higher when essential navigation and insurance are added.

2.0 Poor

Jul 2022

Can't get a hold of them if you need help, simple as that. If nothing goes wrong, you're fine.

6.0 Okay

Jun 2022

Good discounted price at the cost of extra time to walk to bus stop and wait for their shuttle; then drive to a remote location. Given a very nice car, almost new, but much bigger than the car I wanted. When driving in Europe, I prefer a smaller car because the roads are so narrow. Upon return, tried to contact them for a clarification on early opening hours, and could only email - they responded with a question back to me and then did not respond to my query. It worked out because they do open at 7:30am; had to wait 30 minutes for the next shuttle to the airport - I had given myself one hour, so it was all fine.

6.0 Okay

May 2022

Loved the car, a hybrid (Yaris). A smooth, quiet ride, ample space for 2 people and moderate luggage and good performance on all roadways. Easy to park and easy on fuel. Check-in was not pleasant however, with a counter person who wasn’t clear on procedure. My check-in took much longer than others around me because he entered incorrect information in the wrong places. I understand that newbies need some patience. I have lots, but please ... if staff aren’t sure what to do they should be asking for help from a co-worker. Also, too much pressure to purchase more insurance. As a seasoned driver with many miles (and rentals) behind me I do my research to ensure I am adequately covered. Stop trying to upsell me.

6.0 Okay

May 2022

Better description about their non insurance on the rental page. Ie if you breakdown you will need to solve it as it is not insured. This would have made me book with another rental company. More clarity on what is the booking paying for and not so that a better choice could be made

10.0 Wonderful

Sep 2021

Very good service, great new vehicle, great value.

Avis

6.0

Okay

5 reviews

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.6

Value for money

6.0

One location in London Gatwick Airport

from$32/day

Locations in London Gatwick Airport

Gatwick South Terminal

+44 344 544 6001

Monday	07:00 - 23:00
Tuesday	07:00 - 23:00
Wednesday	07:00 - 23:00
Thursday	07:00 - 23:00
Friday	07:00 - 23:00
Saturday	07:00 - 23:00
Sunday	08:00 - 21:00

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2.0 Poor

Apr 2022

Excessive overcharging. Additional charges for location pick up, spurious taxes and 3 times normal fuel charges. I would not use them again at Gatwick airport.

10.0 Wonderful

Feb 2022

I'd 100% use avis again. Very easy pick up and drop off. Car was perfect. Price for the week hire was very reasonable.

2.0 Poor

Dec 2021

I had to cancel and the company refused. I didn't use the vehicle and I still lost £62.00.

National

6.0

Okay

2 reviews

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

6.0

One location in London Gatwick Airport

from$77/day

Locations in London Gatwick Airport

Gatwick Airport South Terminal

+44 1293 609119

Monday	07:00 - 23:00
Tuesday	07:00 - 23:00
Wednesday	07:00 - 23:00
Thursday	07:00 - 23:00
Friday	07:00 - 23:00
Saturday	07:00 - 23:00
Sunday	07:00 - 23:00

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2.0 Poor

Apr 2024

They tried to rip me off! didn't provide me with a damage for the existent damage and the employee said will provide it latter but I took pictures before I use the vehicle. Now they are saying the car never been damaged and I have to be charged for the old damages as according to their system the car never been damaged and the vehicle year is 2021! I disputed it and sent my proves but it is very poor management and it is stress and anxiety no needs for me to go through I put down a cheaper options to be with reputable company but National/Enterprise prove me wrong.

Sixt

5.5

Fair

8 reviews

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.6

Value for money

4.8

One location in London Gatwick Airport

from$70/day

Locations in London Gatwick Airport

South Terminal

+44 20 7018 8246

Monday	07:00 - 23:00
Tuesday	07:00 - 23:00
Wednesday	07:00 - 23:00
Thursday	07:00 - 23:00
Friday	07:00 - 23:00
Saturday	07:00 - 23:00
Sunday	07:00 - 23:00

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4.0 Mediocre

Aug 2022

The car was not what we ordered. No one to drop car with ao we,still dont know if we did it right. Was a poor car rental option at this stage

10.0 Wonderful

Sep 2023

Overall, very good. Professional staff at pick-up and drop-off. The only slight issue was that the satnav was not set for English and it was not particularly obvious how to reset.

10.0 Wonderful

Aug 2023

very good

2.0 Poor

Jul 2023

I've mad a complaint re the rental change we were forced into and the extortionate cost. Also no manual in the car which was complex to operate.

8.0 Very good

Jun 2023

Need more affordable cars for tall people.

2.0 Poor

Jan 2023

They did not have the vehicle I rented when i arrived, and had no alternatives.

Easirent

5.3

Fair

11 reviews

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.8

Value for money

4.6

3 locations in London Gatwick Airport

Locations in London Gatwick Airport

Crowne Plaza, Langley Drive

+44 129 383 9700

Monday	06:00 - 20:00
Tuesday	06:00 - 20:00
Wednesday	06:00 - 20:00
Thursday	06:00 - 20:00
Friday	06:00 - 20:00
Saturday	06:00 - 20:00
Sunday	06:00 - 20:00

Sofitel Hotel (North Terminal)

+44 129 383 9700

Monday	06:00 - 20:00
Tuesday	06:00 - 20:00
Wednesday	06:00 - 20:00
Thursday	06:00 - 20:00
Friday	06:00 - 20:00
Saturday	06:00 - 20:00
Sunday	06:00 - 20:00

Sofitel Hotel (north Terminal), Gatwick Airport, London Gatwick, Rh1 17sx, ,london,gb

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4.0 Mediocre

Jan 2020

Pros:

At pickup the vehicle was given away and we had to pay for an upgrade. We also had to buy insurance, as we could not show proof that our credit card covered excess insurance laibility. Shuttle buses run every 45 minutes, so there is a long wait

2.0 Poor

Aug 2022

How can a car rental charge UKP 1400 extra for compulsory insurance???? It doesn’t cost that much to insure my own car for a whole year or two or even three years. Disgusting.

4.0 Mediocre

Jul 2022

The rep that set us up was nice Everything could have been better, The vehicle had maintenance issues, The child car seat was more of a hazard than it was safe. The cost tripled on pick up

8.0 Very good

Apr 2022

Easy pick up and drop off, insurance was crazy amount, as I had the car for 34 days I had to get their insurance and I could have bought a second hand car and insured it for less.

10.0 Wonderful

Apr 2022

Friendly helpful staff, great clean car

10.0 Wonderful

Apr 2022

Very easy pickup process. Slight confusion at return since they were in the process of moving to a new location. Should be better in future as they are now at the terminal rather than offsite.

Dollar

2.0

Poor

1 review

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

2.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

2.0

One location in London Gatwick Airport

from$43/day

Locations in London Gatwick Airport

Gatwick

+44 843 309 3030

Monday	06:00 - 20:00
Tuesday	06:00 - 20:00
Wednesday	06:00 - 20:00
Thursday	06:00 - 20:00
Friday	06:00 - 20:00
Saturday	06:00 - 20:00
Sunday	06:00 - 20:00

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2.0 Poor

Jan 2024

The in person workers were pleasant enough but the car was terrible. We were told we’d have a 5 person 4 suitcase car. When we put our suitcases in the car we barely fit 3 people. The windshield wipers did not work and we had many days of scary rain. We had to hold them down while driving and it wasn’t safe. The stick shift didn’t work properly and the car pulled badly to the left. We tried many times to call customer service to exchange the car or return it to a different location because we were too scared to drive it. We were never able to get a hold of someone that could help us. One time we spoke to a person and she supposedly gave us an inside line but no one ever answered the line. We had locals try to help us, the two hotels tried but to no avail. We left the car parked at a hotel for 6 days without driving it because we couldn’t get back to where we rented it and we were too scared to drive it. The whole thing was awful and traumatizing. When we returned it we let them know about the difficulties but they didn’t seem to care. I won’t rent from them again. I hope they look it over before renting it out again but I doubt they will as they are so busy.

keddy by Europcar

10.0

Wonderful

No reviews available

Best rated

Most popular

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

6 locations in London Gatwick Airport

from$28/day

Locations in London Gatwick Airport

Furlong Way

+86 10 6064 1387

Opening times not available

Gatwick Airport, North Terminal

+44 371 384 3408

Monday	07:00 - 23:0023:30 - 23:59
Tuesday	07:00 - 23:0023:30 - 23:59
Wednesday	07:00 - 23:0023:30 - 23:59
Thursday	07:00 - 23:0023:30 - 23:59
Friday	07:00 - 23:0023:30 - 23:59
Saturday	23:30 - 23:5907:00 - 23:00
Sunday	07:00 - 23:0023:30 - 23:59

London Gatwick Airport International Arrivals

+44 371 384 3408

Monday	07:00 - 23:0023:30 - 23:59
Tuesday	07:00 - 23:0023:30 - 23:59
Wednesday	23:30 - 23:5907:00 - 23:00
Thursday	23:30 - 23:5907:00 - 23:00
Friday	23:30 - 23:5907:00 - 23:00
Saturday	23:30 - 23:5907:00 - 23:00
Sunday	23:30 - 23:5907:00 - 23:00

London Gatwick South Terminal LONDON GATWICK AIRPORT LOWER FORECOURT ROAD

+44 371 384 3408

Opening times not available

London Gatwick South Terminal

+86 10 6064 1387

Opening times not available

Lower Forecourt Road

Opening times not available

DRIVALIA

8.0

Very good

No reviews available

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

8.0

2 locations in London Gatwick Airport

from$26/day

Locations in London Gatwick Airport

London Gatwick South Terminal LONDON GATWICK AIRPORT

+44 1293 839700

Opening times not available

Sofitel Hotel (North Terminal)

Opening times not available