Heading to the airport? Book your taxi from Deal to Gatwick with Express Travel Thanet for a straightforward, door-to-door ride. We cover Deal, Walmer, Sholden, Kingsdown and surrounding CT14 areas, with drop-offs at both Gatwick North and South Terminals.
Quick facts
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Route: Deal (CT14) → Gatwick Airport (RH6)
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Distance: ~90 miles (via A2/M25/M23)
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Typical travel time: about 2 hours, traffic-dependent
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Terminals: North & South
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Book: Online or by phone, 24/7
What you get
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Fixed-fare quote before you travel (no surge pricing)
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Flight tracking and pick-up timing adjusted if your plane changes
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Meet & Greet on request at Gatwick
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Cars for solo travellers, families, and groups (up to 8 passengers)
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Help with luggage, digital receipts, and card payments
How the journey works
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Pick-up in Deal: Your driver arrives at the set time and helps with bags.
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Direct run to Gatwick: Fastest route chosen on the day.
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Drop-off at your terminal: Clear signposted set-down at North or South.
When to leave (rule of thumb)
For international flights, aim to arrive at Gatwick 2 hours before departure. Add ~2 hours’ drive from Deal, plus a 30-minute buffer for traffic or roadworks.
Example: 10:00 flight → plan your taxi from Deal to Gatwick for 05:30–06:00.
Luggage & vehicles
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Saloon/estate: 1–3 passengers, 2–3 medium cases
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MPV/Minibus (6–8 seats): families & groups, extra luggage or sports kit
Tell us your group size and bags at booking so we can assign the right vehicle.
Returns: Gatwick to Deal
Book your Gatwick to Deal taxi at the same time. We track your flight and meet you after you’ve cleared arrivals (Meet & Greet available).
How much is a taxi from Deal to Gatwick?
Fixed prices — Deal (CT14) → Gatwick Airport
| Vehicle | One-way fare |
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| 1–4 passengers (saloon/estate) | £145 |
| 7 seater | £185 |
| 8 seater | £200 |
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Prices cover a direct trip to Gatwick North or South.
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Return Gatwick to Deal is the same fixed fare
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Extra pick-ups, drop-offs, or detours can be added to your quote.
FAQs
How long does a taxi from Deal to Gatwick take?
Typically around 2 hours. Peak times and incidents on the M25 can add time.
Do you serve both Gatwick terminals?
Yes, drop-offs and pick-ups at North and South.
Can I get a child seat?
Yes, request at booking and tell us the child’s age/weight so we bring a suitable seat.
What if my flight changes?
We monitor flights and adjust your pick-up time for the return Gatwick to Deal.
Do you do early-morning departures?
Yes, 24/7. Pre-book to secure the slot you need.
With Express Travel Thanet you get a fixed price, clear timings and no surprises. Book Deal to Gatwick taxi 24/7, your return is the same fixed fare.