Gatwick Airport Taxi & Transfers – Fixed Fares, 24/7
Millennium Airport Transfer is a TfL-licensed private hire company on Lea Bridge Road in Leyton, East London, running pre-booked, fixed-fare taxis to and from London Gatwick's North and South Terminals 24 hours a day. Every booking includes free flight tracking, 45 minutes of free waiting after landing and Gatwick's £10 drop-off charge, with optional meet & greet inside the arrivals hall. Fares from East London start at £85.
Gatwick Airport Taxi at a Glance
| Service | Pre-booked private hire taxi to and from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) |
|---|---|
| Terminals | North Terminal and South Terminal, pick-up and drop-off at both |
| Hours | 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including early-morning and late-night flights |
| Fares | Fixed when you book, from £85. No meter and no surge pricing |
| Drop-off charge | Gatwick's £10 terminal drop-off charge is included in your fare |
| Free waiting | 45 minutes after landing; 15 minutes on home pick-ups |
| Flight tracking | Included. Your pick-up time moves if your flight is early or late |
| Meet & greet | Driver waits in your terminal's arrivals hall with a name board. Add it when you book |
| Vehicles | Saloon (up to 4 passengers), MPV (up to 6 passengers) and Executive cars |
| Child seats | Baby, child and booster seats on request |
| Licence | Private hire operator licensed by Transport for London (TfL) |
| Book | Online, by phone on 020 8556 1717, or on WhatsApp 07424 994545 |
Gatwick Airport Taxi Prices
All prices are fixed, one-way fares and include flight tracking, free waiting time and Gatwick's drop-off charge. Your exact price for any address is shown when you get a quote online.
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| To or from Gatwick | Typical drive time | Saloon | MPV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walthamstow | 70–90 min | £85 | £110 |
| Chingford | 75–95 min | £90 | £110 |
| Leyton | 65–85 min | £85 | £110 |
| Stratford | 60–80 min | £85 | £110 |
| Hackney | 65–85 min | £85 | £110 |
| Woodford | 70–90 min | £85 | £110 |
| Wanstead | 60–80 min | £85 | £110 |
| Enfield | 70–90 min | £110 | £135 |
| Central London | 60–80 min | £95 | £120 |
| Dover / Dover Port | 1 hr 45 – 2 hr 15 min | £190 | £230 |
Book your Gatwick Airport taxi
Fixed fares from £85, free flight tracking, drop-off charge included, available 24/7.
Why Book Your Gatwick Transfer With Us
Fixed fares, no surprises
The price you are quoted is the price you pay, even if the M25 is busy or your flight lands at 2am. No meter and no surge pricing.
We track your flight
Your driver follows your flight live. If you land early or late, your pick-up moves with it at no extra cost.
The right terminal, every time
We check whether your flight uses the North or South Terminal, so your driver is waiting in the right place.
Local, licensed drivers
Every driver holds a TfL private hire licence and knows the M25 and M23 routes to Gatwick and the airport pick-up areas.
Room for families and luggage
Baby, child and booster seats on request, and MPVs for families and groups with lots of bags.
Easy to change
Flight moved? Message us on WhatsApp and we will update your booking. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pick-up.
Gatwick North and South Terminal Transfers
London Gatwick has two terminals, North and South, about 30 miles south of Central London near Crawley in West Sussex. In 2025 it handled 42.8 million passengers with 57 airlines flying to 227 destinations. We pick up and drop off at both terminals.
North Terminal
Tell us your flight number and we confirm your terminal before the day. With meet & greet, your driver waits in the North Terminal arrivals hall with your name board. For a standard pick-up, your driver meets you in the North Terminal Short Stay car park and texts you the exact spot.
South Terminal
The South Terminal is next to Gatwick railway station. With meet & greet, your driver waits in the South Terminal arrivals hall with your name board. For a standard pick-up, your driver meets you in the South Terminal Short Stay car park and texts you the exact spot.
Not sure which terminal? Your airline booking shows it, or just send us your flight number. If you land at the wrong one, a free shuttle train links the two terminals in about two minutes.
Extras for a Stress-Free Airport Trip
Meet & greet
Your driver waits inside the Gatwick arrivals hall with your name on a board, then helps with your bags.
Flight monitoring
We check your flight's live status, so your driver is there when you land, whether you are early or delayed.
Child seats
Baby seats, child seats and booster seats are available on request for any transfer. Just add them when you book.
Popular Gatwick Airport Taxi Routes
Gatwick Airport to Leyton
We are based on Lea Bridge Road, so Leyton is our home patch. The drive to Gatwick usually takes 65–85 minutes via the M25 and M23. Fixed fare £85 in a saloon or £110 in an MPV. See our Leyton minicab service.
Gatwick Airport to Walthamstow
By train, Walthamstow to Gatwick means the Victoria line into Central London and then a Gatwick Express or Thameslink train, with your luggage. A pre-booked taxi is one door-to-door journey of about 70–90 minutes for a fixed £85. See our Walthamstow airport taxi page.
Gatwick Airport to Stratford
From Stratford, allow around 60–80 minutes to Gatwick. Fixed fare £85 in a saloon or £110 in an MPV for groups. See Stratford airport transfers.
Gatwick Airport to Chingford
From Chingford, the drive takes around 75–95 minutes via the M25 and M23, with no changes on the way. Fixed fare £85 in a saloon or £110 in an MPV. More about our Chingford taxi service.
Gatwick Airport to Central London
Going to a Central London hotel or office? Allow around 60–80 minutes, depending on traffic. Fixed fare £90 in a saloon or £115 in an MPV, with the drop-off charge included.
Gatwick Airport to Dover Port
Flying into Gatwick for a cruise or ferry from Dover? It is around 80 miles via the M23, M25 and M20. We drive you straight to the port in about 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes for a fixed £180 in a saloon or £210 in an MPV, and track your flight so your driver is waiting when you land.
How to Meet Your Driver at Gatwick Airport
- Book online or by phone and give us your flight number. We confirm whether you land at the North or South Terminal.
- We track your flight and send your driver's name, car and phone number by SMS or email before you land.
- Collect your bags and walk through to the arrivals hall.
- Meet & greet: your driver is waiting in arrivals with a board showing your name. Standard pick-up: call or WhatsApp your driver and walk to the pick-up point in your terminal's Short Stay car park. Your driver will text you the exact spot.
- Your driver helps with your luggage and takes you straight to your door.
Taxi vs Train vs Coach from Gatwick
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| Feature | Pre-booked taxi | Gatwick Express / Thameslink | Coach |
|---|---|---|---|
| Door to door | Yes | No, stops at London stations such as Victoria and London Bridge | No, fixed stops |
| Changes to reach East London | None | Usually 1–2 | Often 1 or more |
| Help with luggage | Yes | No | No |
| Early and late flights | 24/7 | Limited overnight service | Limited overnight service |
| Price for a family of 4 | One fixed fare, from £85 | Paid per person | Paid per person |
Gatwick Airport Taxi FAQs
How much is a taxi from East London to Gatwick Airport?
A saloon from Walthamstow, Chingford, Leyton, Stratford, Hackney, Woodford or Wanstead to Gatwick costs a fixed £85 one way, and an MPV costs £110. From Enfield it is £90 in a saloon or £115 in an MPV. The price includes flight tracking, waiting time and Gatwick's drop-off charge.
How much is a taxi from Central London or Dover to Gatwick?
Central London to Gatwick costs a fixed £90 in a saloon or £115 in an MPV. Dover or Dover Port to Gatwick costs £180 in a saloon or £210 in an MPV, one way.
How long does a taxi to Gatwick Airport take?
From East London the drive usually takes 60 to 90 minutes via the M25 and M23, depending on traffic. Allow 60 to 80 minutes from Central London and about 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes from Dover.
Do you pick up from both Gatwick North and South Terminals?
Yes. We pick up and drop off at both the North Terminal and the South Terminal. Give us your flight number and we check which terminal you are using, so your driver goes to the right one.
Is the Gatwick drop-off charge included in the fare?
Yes. Gatwick's £10 terminal drop-off charge is already included in your fare, so there is nothing extra to pay at the airport.
Is there a taxi rank at Gatwick Airport?
Yes. Gatwick has taxi ranks outside both terminals, but those fares are metered and are not fixed in advance. Pre-booking gets you a fixed price and a driver who is already waiting when you land.
Are your Gatwick taxi prices fixed?
Yes. Your fare is fixed when you book. There is no meter, no surge pricing and no extra charge for traffic or flight delays.
What happens if my flight is delayed?
We track every flight live, so your pick-up time moves automatically if you land early or late, at no extra cost.
How much free waiting time do I get?
You get 45 minutes of free waiting from the time your flight lands, and 15 minutes for pick-ups from your home or hotel.
Where will I meet my driver at Gatwick Airport?
With meet and greet, your driver waits in the arrivals hall of your terminal holding a name board. For a standard pick-up, your driver calls you after you land and meets you at the pick-up point in that terminal's Short Stay car park. We send the driver's name, car and phone number before you land.
Do you provide child seats?
Yes. Baby seats, child seats and booster seats are available on request. Add them when you book.
Can I book a taxi to Gatwick for an early-morning flight?
Yes. We run 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including 2am, 3am and 4am pick-ups for the first flights of the day.
Can I change or cancel my booking?
Yes. Message us on WhatsApp or call 020 8556 1717 to change your booking. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before pick-up.
About Millennium Airport Transfer
Millennium Airport Transfer is a private hire operator licensed by Transport for London (TfL), based at 654–658 Lea Bridge Road, Leyton, London E10 6AP. We run fixed-fare airport transfers to Gatwick, Heathrow, Stansted, Luton, London City and Southend, 24 hours a day.
- Address654–658 Lea Bridge Road, Leyton, London E10 6AP
- Open24 hours, 7 days a week
- Phone020 8556 1717
- WhatsApp07424 994545
Other airport transfers:
- Stansted Airport taxi
- Heathrow Airport taxi
- Luton Airport taxi
- London City Airport taxi
- Southend Airport taxi
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