Travelling with children doesn't have to be a challenge. You'll find everything you need to keep kids happy at the airport, from baby changing rooms to pre-flight entertainment.

Food and other essentials

Most restaurants and bars provide high chairs and children's menus. Child-friendly restaurants are easy to find, and Garfunkel's (after security control) has a full children's menu complete with activity pack. 

Boots pharmacy (branches before and after security) supplies baby essentials including nappies, formula milk and baby wipes. Pre-order cartons of formula in advance for collection in the departure lounge by calling Boots on + 44 (0) 1293 569606.

Baby changing facilities

Specially equipped rooms for feeding and changing babies are indicated by either a bottle sign or a babycare symbol. Changing facilities are provided in the check-in area, en route to the gates, in the transfer area and after passport control in arrivals. There are also fold-down tables provided in some male and female toilets.

Assistance lane

If you're travelling with young children in buggies, for help getting through Security, follow the signs for the Assistance Lane. 

Entertainment

Gatwick Family Lounge

Keep the kids entertained in style at the Gatwick Family Lounge, located after security in the South Terminal.

Enjoy space to relax with the family, away from the bustle of the airport. Facilities include TV, complimentary soft and alcoholic drinks, showers and a selection of newspapers and magazines.

For more information, or to book, visit our lounge booking website.

Reading matter

WHSmith and World News offer a wide range of magazines, comics and puzzle books to keep youngsters entertained in the departure lounge and in the air. 

Arcade entertainment

GameGrid provides the best in arcade entertainment including air hockey, table football and computer games. There are branches before and after security.

Gatwick parking options 

All our Gatwick parking options are family-friendly – compare them on our parking options pages to see which suits you best. 

Why not try out the Park Plus service, where staff park your car for you. You're then dropped off on the terminal forecourt and picked up there when you return. It's perfect for families. 

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Watching the planes

There are plenty of spots in the South Terminal where youngsters can watch the action on the airfield and taxiways. Once you're through security, The Bridge Bar and Frankie & Benny's provide close-up views of the jets on their stands.

See our North Terminal family facilities page