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Gatwick operates North and South terminals. Check your latest airline or flight information before travelling to confirm which terminal your departure uses.
Business Class
Mercedes E-Class, BMW 5 Series, Audi A6, Cadillac XTS, or similar.
- Fits up to 3 people
- Fits 2 carry-on bags, or 2 standard check-in, or 1 extra large check-in bag
- Available in most of our business districts
Max. 4 Max. 2 Max. 2
First Class
Mercedes S-Class, BMW 7 Series, Audi A8, or similar
- Fits up to 3 people
- Fits 2 carry-on bags, or 2 standard check-in, or 1 extra large check-in bag
- Available in most of our business districts
Max. 4 Max. 2 Max. 2
Business Van / SUV
Mercedes V-Class, Chevy Suburban, Cadillac Escalade, GMC Yukon Denali, or similar
- Fits up to 5 people
- Fits 12 carry-on bags, or 8 standard check-in, or 6 extra large check-in bag
- Available in most of our business districts
Max. 4 Max. 2 Max. 2
Connect Your Cruise With Flight
Travelling home after a cruise often involves coordinating two separate schedules. Your cruise determines when you can disembark in Southampton, while your flight determines when you need to arrive at Gatwick Airport.
Our Southampton Cruise Terminal to Gatwick Airport service provides private onward transport from your cruise collection point towards the airport.
When booking, provide your ship details, expected collection time, number of passengers and luggage requirements. If you are flying on the same day, include your airline and flight information as well.
Planning the journey before your cruise finishes means your onward transport is already arranged when you are ready to leave Southampton.
Plan Around Your Disembarkation
A cruise ship's arrival time does not always indicate when passengers will be ready for collection. Disembarkation procedures and baggage collection can add time before you reach the landside pickup area.
Check the information supplied by your cruise operator and select a collection time that gives your party sufficient time to leave the vessel and retrieve its belongings.
Live driver tracking helps you follow your driver's progress around your collection, while 24/7 customer support is available if you need assistance with the booking.
Standard address collections include 30 minutes of waiting time, with the first 15 minutes free.
Travel With Your Cruise Luggage
Cruise passengers often travel with multiple suitcases, cabin bags and other belongings. Choosing a vehicle therefore requires consideration of both passenger numbers and total baggage.
Tell us about your luggage when booking so the appropriate vehicle capacity can be considered before collection.
Options include standard and executive saloons for smaller parties, MPVs for families and minibuses for groups. Larger parties can request vehicles accommodating up to 16 passengers, subject to luggage requirements.
Selected EV options are also available, while baby, toddler and booster seats can be requested in advance for families arranging a Southampton Cruise Terminal to Gatwick Airport journey.
Reach The Correct Gatwick Terminal
Gatwick Airport has two passenger terminals: North Terminal and South Terminal. Airlines are allocated between them, making the correct terminal an important part of your airport transfer booking.
Check your airline and latest flight information before leaving Southampton. Gatwick specifically advises passengers to confirm which terminal they require before travelling.
Passengers travelling from their cruise directly to a same-day flight should also allow sufficient time for disembarkation, luggage collection, road travel, airline check-in and security. Gatwick recommends confirming check-in requirements with your airline because timings vary by flight.
A pre-booked Southampton Cruise Terminal to Gatwick Airport transfer takes your party from the Southampton collection point towards the Gatwick terminal specified for your flight.
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Frequently Asked Questions
You should find answers to your questions here. If not, please chat with our operator by clicking the chat button.
When Should I Book My Pickup?
Choose a time that accounts for your cruise operator's disembarkation arrangements and baggage collection rather than relying only on the ship's scheduled arrival.
What Cruise Information Is Required?
Provide your ship details, Southampton collection information, expected pickup time, passenger numbers and luggage requirements.
Should I Provide My Flight Details?
Yes, especially when travelling directly to a flight. Your airline, flight number, departure time and Gatwick terminal are useful booking details.
What If Disembarkation Takes Longer?
Contact customer support as soon as possible if your expected collection arrangements change so your booking information can be reviewed.
Can You Carry Cruise Suitcases?
Yes. Different vehicle sizes are available, but you should provide accurate luggage quantities because baggage capacity varies between vehicles.
Can Cruise Groups Travel Together?
Yes. MPVs and minibuses are available, including options for larger groups of up to 16 passengers, subject to luggage requirements.
Can Families Request Child Seats?
Yes. Baby, toddler and booster seats can be requested in advance. Provide each child's age when arranging your journey.
How Early Should I Reach Gatwick?
Follow the guidance supplied by your airline because check-in requirements vary. Gatwick advises passengers to arrive with sufficient time before their scheduled departure.
Will My Fare Be Fixed?
Yes. Your pre-booked fare is calculated using the journey information supplied and displayed upfront rather than changing because of demand-based surge pricing.
