Gatwick car hire information
| Pick-up location | Gatwick |
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| Car types | Compact, Compact SUV, Economy, Full-size SUV, Intermediate SUV, Luxury, Mini, People carrier, Premium |
| Hire locations | 16 |
| Airport locations | 16 |
| Popular agencies | DRIVALIA , Alamo, GREEN MOTION , Enterprise Rent-A-Car |
Cheap car hire in Gatwick
| Economy | R332/day |
| Compact | R346/day |
| People carrier | R933/day |
| Full-size SUV | R1 272/day |
| Mini | R314/day |
| Premium | R1 069/day |
| Luxury | R1 378/day |
| Intermediate SUV | R363/day |
| Compact SUV | R540/day |
Top tips for hiring a car in Gatwick
- Popular attractions like Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, and the British Museum are located in different areas of London Having a hire car lets you easily reach all of these destinations during your stay. At nighttime you’ll also definitely want to check out the hip bars and nightclubs of Soho as well.
- Gatwick Airport serves customers traveling in and out of Southeast England. For convenience, the airport partners with several car hire agencies to provide them with offices out of the south terminal. A few of the hire car companies operating out of London Gatwick include Sixt, Avis, Budget, and Europcar.
- While driving in Gatwick you’ll have to become comfortable with driving on the left side of the road. Be sure to drive cautiously and within the speed limits during your stay. Unbeknownst to tourists, cameras are placed all around the city to monitor drivers. Along with speeding, they will also ticket drivers for illegal turns, texting while driving, or not wearing a seatbelt.
- Traffic jams can be a problem in London. It is especially a challenge in the city’s center from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. To minimize this problem, congestion charge zones have been established. So, if you are driving in this area during business hours, you’ll have to pay a toll.
- Book your car hire in Gatwick at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Mini car hire in Gatwick are around 46% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in Gatwick
What type of car is recommended for driving in Gatwick?
You can rent a variety of cars in the city of London. Choose a compact car like a Kia Sportage or Ford Fiesta. If looking for luxury or sporty vehicle, consider a Mercedes Benz A-Class or a Land Rover. With several charging stations around London, renting an electric car might be cost efficient if one is available.
What’s the speed limit in Gatwick?
You’ll drive mostly on the highway throughout your visit, which permits drivers speeds of up to 70 mph (113 km/h). Driving from one neighborhood to another, you might be able to take a single or two-lane highway with speed limits of 60-70 mph.
Where are the best places to park in Gatwick?
Finding parking in and around London can be complicated at times. One way to deal with this problem is to park on a side street in a residential area and catch the tube to your destination. If visiting the central communities of London, you can park on the street for free in the evenings and on Sundays. But note that some parking spots are reserved for residents only, so look for signs. Parking lots (“car parks”) are also popular and safe places to park your hire vehicles. There are large parking lots and garages in Chinatown, Covent Garden, and Theatreland.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Gatwick?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at DRIVALIA (R314/day), GREEN MOTION (R363/day) and Alamo (R540/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest hire car price was found at DRIVALIA London Gatwick South Terminal LONDON GATWICK AIRPORT RH6 0NP (1 kilometres from the city centre).
How much is the price of fuel in Gatwick?
The average price of fuel in Gatwick is R136,38 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R1 636 and R2 182, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Gatwick?
Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Gatwick.
Which car hire agencies are at Heathrow airport (LHR)?
Car hire companies onsite at Heathrow airport include DRIVALIA, GREEN MOTION, SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, Europcar, Arnold Clark, Routes Car & Truck Rentals, Firefly, keddy by Europcar and Hertz.
Which car hire agencies are at Gatwick airport (LGW)?
Car hire companies onsite at Gatwick airport include Europcar, keddy by Europcar and Hertz.
Which car hire agencies are at Stansted airport (STN)?
Car hire companies onsite at Stansted airport include DRIVALIA, GREEN MOTION, Alamo, keddy by Europcar and Hertz.
Which car hire companies will pick you up at Heathrow airport (LHR)?
Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Heathrow airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, Alamo, Europcar, INTERRENT, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz.
Which car hire companies will pick you up at Gatwick airport (LGW)?
Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Gatwick airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, Alamo, Europcar, INTERRENT, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, keddy by Europcar and Hertz.
Which car hire companies will pick you up at Stansted airport (STN)?
Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Stansted airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, Alamo, Europcar, INTERRENT, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, keddy by Europcar and Hertz.
How can I find car hires near me in Gatwick?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Mini car hire cost in Gatwick?
A Mini car hire in Gatwick costs R723 per day, on average.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in Gatwick?
An Economy car hire in Gatwick costs R677 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car hire cost in Gatwick?
A Compact car hire in Gatwick costs R907 per day, on average.
What is the most popular car hire location in Gatwick?
In Gatwick, cars are most frequently hired at GREEN MOTION Holiday Inn M4J4, 239 Sipson Road (42 km from city centre ).
Gatwick car rental reviews and directory
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
10,0
Wonderful
7 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
One location in Gatwick
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2,0 Poor
Aug 2017
Pros:
The car.Cons:
We picked up the car at LONDON GATWICK airport and it would have been helpful if the girl who processed our pick up could have informed us about the LONDON CONGESTION CHARGE. We learned about it after driving in to London twice. You can pay the charge before going in to London and it is A LOT CHEAPER.. now we have to pay the fines AND PAY ENTERPRISE A 35 GBP processing fee per fine. I understand it is our responsibility to be aware of things but a little heads up would have been appreciated. Especially when we dropped off the car at Stansted and were told by the young man who processed the return that we should have been advised about the London Congestion charge.10,0 Wonderful
Apr 2017
Pros:
Extremely friendly staff, fast service, will book again!Cons:
Nothing!7,2 Good
Oct 2016
Pros:
Vehicle cleanliness and overall high standard of maintenance that was obvious from the beginning.Cons:
Salesman used fear mongering and scare tactics in order to force an upgrade on the insurance coverage, ever after they had been shown a 3rd party full coverage proof of insurance. Salesman was manipulative and overall dishonest with regard to the percentage of all rentals returned with serious or 'dead-lining' mechanical damage for drivers who did/did not purchase the additional insurance coverage from the agency.8,8 Very Good
Sep 2016
Pros:
Price. efficiency of pick up and drop off. Color of car. Gas mileage. Looks of car (lots of amused comments). Size for traffic and city driving. Your staff were super helpful.Cons:
Engine size - zero power. Enough for around town but on a long trip (London to Exeter) not good. Seats were not great for long ride - was glad to get out. BUT it did the job and we'll be back.Europcar
6,2
Okay
13 reviewsCleanliness
7.5
Comfort
6.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.3
Value for money
5.9
One location in Gatwick
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4,4 Mediocre
Jun 2019
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I don't know why but the price was duble.2,0 Poor
Apr 2019
Pros:
Kayak and carrentals were providing incomplete information about car rental process and cost. Quotation was given without insurance cost which once added inflated the overall cost to become very expensive and noncompetitive. This may be good for US residents with the right credit card.Cons:
You must provide clear guidance on insurance issue and whether it is included or not. I paid four times the quoted price for half the period and my main concern was to return the vehicle ASAP rather than getting on with my trip. The trick of small print was not expected from big providers like you.8,8 Very Good
Mar 2019
Pros:
Pick-up was slow; they could have done with more staff. The ones who were there coped very well. The duty manager kept us all informed as to the progress of the queue, which was much appreciated. Dorota (Dorothy) checked me in and provided excellent customer service.Cons:
See above.8,4 Very Good
Sep 2018
Pros:
No issue with the car and we drove about 850 milesCons:
Waited in line for 30 minutes to pick up the car Inside front windshield was not cleaned well before pickup6,8 Okay
Aug 2018
Pros:
The car was clean and ran well, and they were very friendly on pickup and drop off.Cons:
Your Canadian insurance is not applicable in Europe. Only in North America. Well, remember when you get extra insurance in Canada, and it’s $10 a day? Not in Europe. The first quote from the attendant was 42 pounds a day (that’s $70 CAD!!!). Yes. A day. When we started asking questions, it got better. Roadside assistance removed. 12 pounds. Our $200 quote for a rental turned into $550. However, all said and done, they treated us well, and the car was clean and comfortable (although check for a spare - we had none). When we talked to our friends who rented in Ireland, they made all the arrangements to rent from Canada, and the cost was identical. So the warning is, the cost you see is for the rental. Multiply it by 150 to 200% for the real cost.4,4 Mediocre
Mar 2017
Pros:
The car was clean. That's about it. Everything else is wrong with this agency.Cons:
They don't advertise they will force you to buy insurance at 20 pounds a day or you won't be able to take the car! In addition, when you pay with a non-UK credit card (which of course accepts pounds) they will convert themselves to pound sterling and rob another 3.5% of the total. Avoid them if you have the chance.Avis
6,0
Okay
7 reviewsCleanliness
7.3
Comfort
7.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.6
Value for money
6.0
One location in Gatwick
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5,2 Fair
Apr 2017
Pros:
The car was fine and the staff was friendly.Cons:
The rental agency is in the Crown Plaza Hotel in Crawley far from the airport. The shuttle only comes once every 45 minutes so be sure to very arrive early not to miss your flight, and be prepared for a long cold wait at the bus stop.2,0 Poor
Apr 2022
10,0 Wonderful
Feb 2022
2,0 Poor
Dec 2021
INTERRENT
3,2
Poor
1 reviewCleanliness
2.0
Comfort
4.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
3.0
Value for money
4.0
One location in Gatwick
GREEN MOTION
4,0
Mediocre
No reviews available
Cleanliness
6.0
Comfort
6.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.0
Value for money
4.0
One location in Gatwick
keddy by Europcar
8,3
Very Good
No reviews available
3 locations in Gatwick
Easirent
4,8
Mediocre
No reviews available
One location in Gatwick
DRIVALIA
2,0
Poor
No reviews available
One location in Gatwick
Ace Rental Cars
8,5
Very Good
No reviews available
One location in Gatwick
Rhodium
5,6
Fair
No reviews available
One location in Gatwick
Alamo
No score available yet
One location in Gatwick
National
No score available yet
One location in Gatwick
One location in Gatwick
Locations in Gatwick
London Gatwick South Terminal
+86 10 6064 1387
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One location in Gatwick
Locations in Gatwick
London Gatwick Airport, Horley, West Sussex
+44 371 384 3408
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Good to know
Most popular car type | Mini |
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