Can you sleep overnight at Gatwick?

At YOTELAIR London Gatwick Airport, our day rates are perfect for a long transit or unexpected layover. Cabins (YOTELAIR-speak for bedrooms) can be booked for as little as four hours or as long as overnight.



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At YOTELAIR London Gatwick Airport, our day rates are perfect for a long transit or unexpected layover. Cabins (YOTELAIR-speak for bedrooms) can be booked for as little as four hours or as long as overnight.

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The good news for travelers is that sleeping in an airport usually isn't against the rules, but this doesn't mean you can sleep anywhere at any time undisturbed. Rules can vary from airport to airport, and some take a firmer stance than others.

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Gatwick offers free shower facilities on the departure level of the North Terminal and on the Gatwick Village level of the South Terminal. If you'd like soap and a towel, simply pick up the courtesy phone by the shower room door and someone will bring them over.

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From 23:00 to 07:00 is the “night period”, during which the noisiest types of aircraft may not be scheduled to land or take-off. The 'night quota period' is from 23:30 to 06:00. Between these hours aircraft movements are restricted to an upper limit on the number of movements.

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The airport is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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NIGHT FLIGHT RULES The noisiest types of aircraft are banned between 11.00 pm and 7.00 am. The number of flights between 11.30 pm and 6.00 am is limited by a quota – at present 11,200 in the summer (seven months) and 3,250 in winter. At night, between 2330 and 0600, the noise limit is 87 dBA.

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Should you shower after travelling? The expert suggested that the post-flight wash is important for long haul flights, but slightly less for those shorter journeys. “If you've got off a short haul, you may not have to worry about it, as you'll have the same exposure as you might in an office building.

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10 Tips for When You're Stuck at An Airport Overnight
  1. Lower Your Expectations. ...
  2. Remember to Stretch. ...
  3. Pamper Yourself with Comfort Items. ...
  4. Carry Spare Clothes with You. ...
  5. Prepare to Keep Warm. ...
  6. Bring Your Earplugs. ...
  7. The Jack(et) of all Trades. ...
  8. Make Your Bed and Lie in It.


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Sleeping in an airport when you have just arrived and do not have a flight the next day is generally not recommended. Most airports do not allow passengers to stay overnight. Also, it may not be safe to sleep in public areas due to security concerns.

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8 Tips for Sleeping at the Airport
  1. Do Your Research. ...
  2. Consider On-Site Hotels and Sleep Pods. ...
  3. Protect Your Belongings. ...
  4. Don't Choose an Isolated Location. ...
  5. Create a Restful Environment. ...
  6. Set an Alarm. ...
  7. Expect to Get Woken Up by Security. ...
  8. Head to Airport Lounges.


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For as little as £22, Gatwick airport lounges provide a more calming environment compared to the hustle and bustle of the Departures lounge. Other perks include delicious complimentary food, drinks (including alcohol) , free Wi-Fi, and entertainment areas.

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The peak times at London Gatwick Airport is from 7 AM to 10 AM in the morning and 5 PM to 8 PM in the evening.

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Terminal Transfer Options The Gatwick Airport inter-terminal shuttle train links the North and South Terminals. The service operates 24 hours a day and is free of charge.

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Yes, the size of a water bottle does matter when it comes to what can go through security. Most airlines let people bring an empty water bottle with a capacity of up to 20 oz. or a container that is 34 oz. or smaller. Containers bigger than this may not be allowed through TSA.

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