Gatwick Airport Contact Numbers Information
| Gatwick Airport Contacts | Telephone Number |
| Customs and Excise | +44 (0)208 910 3744 |
| British transport Police | +44 (0)1293 549304. |
| Skyveiw | +44 (0)1293 502244 |
| North terminal information | +44 (0)870 000 2468 |
| South terminal information | +44 (0)870 000 2468 |
| Business centre | +44 (0)1293 555777 |
| Baggage storage | +44 (0)1293 502014 |
| Lost property | +44 (0)1293 503162 |
| Medical Services | +44 (0)1293 507400 |
| Gatwick Railway station | +44 (0)8457 484950 |
| Gatwick Express | +44 (0)0845 8501530 |
| National Rail enquiries | +44 (0)0845 7484950 |
| Thameslink Trains | +44 (0)020 7620 6333 |
| South East Trains | +44 (0)8706 030 405 |
| National express coaches | +44 (0)8705 757 747 |
| Taxis - North terminal | +44 (0)1293 507 448 |
| Taxis - South terminal | +44 (0)1293 502 808 |
Gatwick Airport Baggage Information
Airlines will let you know what their allowances are by various means:
If you have a ticket, the hold allowance will be printed on the ticket. Ticket wallets also contain general information about carry on bags.
On electronic tickets (e-tickets) baggage allowances are usually on the confirmation notice. Hand luggage allowances are also given on individual airline websites.
Overweight Baggage: If your hold baggage is heavier than the allowance, the airline is entitled to charge an excess baggage charge. If your cabin luggage is overweight or too big, you might be asked to check it in to the hold. If doing so takes your hold luggage above your hold baggage allowance, you might have to pay excess baggage charges. The best way to avoid any problems is to stick to the allowances.
The baggage allowances do vary from carrier to carrier. If in doubt check with your airline:
Hand luggage sizes vary but most airlines limit their carry-on bags to a range of 14" to 16" high, 21" to 24" wide, and 8" to 9" deep.
A 45" total (height+width+depth) can be used as a basic guideline
The standard allowance typically provides for a bag of up to a certain size plus one 'personal item' - a personal item may be:
Briefcase, Camera, Handbag/Purse, Laptop (in carry bag), Reading matter.
Gatwick Airport Hotels and Car Parks
When flying from Gatwick Airport, make your airport experience the best it can possibly be with a relaxing stay in one of our exceptional Gatwick airport hotels. Give yourself the best start to your journey with a great night's sleep in one of our many Gatwick hotels. You can also make your visit to Gatwick Airport easy going by pre-booking your parking space at one of our Gatwick airport parking facilities. Holiday Extras® is the UK's Number 1 for holiday add-ons and provides the best products at the best prices when flying from Gatwick Airport.
Gatwick Airport Security Information
When flying from London Gatwick Airport, customers must be aware of the security measures that are in place so as to avoid delays when checking in. When you book at one of our Gatwick airport hotels or Gatwick airport car parks we would like to offer you this Security Information Guide to ensure you are fully prepared for your departure date.
We all know security measures at UK airports are tight. Seasoned travellers will be aware of the heightened airport security but if you fly less frequently what can you expect to find when you arrive at Gatwick Airport?
Checking-In
It is important to give yourself plenty of time for your check in at the airport. For long haul flights the check in is 2 or 3 hours prior to your flight. Give yourself longer! Everything takes longer than it used to at the airport, particularly during peak times. You can expect delays and long queues for check-in and screening. Allow extra time just in case of special circumstances.
Carry-On Luggage Restrictions
Air travellers are limited to one carry-on bag and one personal item (such as a purse or briefcase) on all flights. When you are packing keep the climate of high security in mind. It's common sense - any item or hazardous substance that could cause danger or injury for others will not be allowed in you carry on bag. There are a few every day items that could be overlooked in your hand luggage.
Liquids Restriction Update
Passengers are able to take liquids through security check points again, however, some restrictions still apply. Individual containers of liquids must not exceed a maximum capacity of 100ml.
All containers must be presented for examination to security in a 'single, transparent, re-sealable plastic bag'. The re-sealable bag must not exceed a capacity of 1 litre or 20cm x 20cm.
Liquids Include:
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Cabin Baggage Restrictions:
Each passenger can carry only one item of hand-luggage through the airport search point, with a maximum size of 56cm x 45cm x 25cm.
Please Note: Essential medicines or baby food can be carried on in larger volumes than 100ml, however, these items will be subject to authentication.
Some of the items not to pack in hand luggage:
Household cutlery, any knives, razor blades*, tools, scissors, hypodermic syringes *, knitting needles, corkscrews, and sporting bats.
These Items are OK in your hand luggage:
Cellular phones, walkman, notebook computer, non-metal nail files, *disposable razor, *syringes for personal medical use secured with caps, and medication in its original, labeled container, cane and umbrella (after it has been checked).
Pack jewellery, cash and laptop computers, in your carry-on baggage. Put undeveloped film and cameras with film in your carry-on bag. Checked baggage screening equipment will damage undeveloped film.
Expect to Have Your Bags Searched
Carry-on and checked bags are subject to being hand-searched, particularly if the contents can't be seen by the X-ray. Don't wrap gifts until you get there. Any sharp objects in checked baggage should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors.
You can avoid setting off the metal detectors by not wearing jewellery clothing, shoes, and accessories that contain metal. Please be aware that security staff may ask to search you as well as your luggage. These searches are carried out at random so do not be alarmed or offended if you are searched.
Locked Suitcases
When you are travelling from the UK it is generally accepted that you lock your suitcase.
You may be called on to open up a bag where the contents are unclear.
If you are flying from the USA the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) asks that bags be left unlocked to make the job of security screeners easier and quicker.
The TSA has recently listed on its website ( www.tsa.gov ) a number of brand names- that have "accepted and recognised locks". These are locks that airport security screeners can open and relock. The list also contains the names of several makes of travel padlocks that screeners can open and relock.
Gatwick Airport Travel Tips
Plan ahead and try not to pack at the last minute. It only takes 1 banned item in your carry on or checked baggage to cause delays for you and possibly other passengers.
If you have a wait before your check-in - put your bags in the left luggage (Gatwick airport Baggage storage
+44 (0) 1293 502014. ). Do a bit of shopping or just relax - never leave your luggage unattended at the airport.
If you have the prospect of a long haul flight you can book in at the Gatwick executive airport lounge. You can wind down in the lounge after your check-in and security screening.
In emergency situations where there is danger to life or a crime in progress, call 999 - but if you have any non- urgent airport security enquiry or to report a crime that occurred earlier - please contact the British transport Police for Gatwick Airport .
GATWICK POLICE STATIONGatwick Airport Railway Station
Tel: 01202 557735
Fax: 01202 291179