Quick answer: Qatar Airways uses the North Terminal at Gatwick. This was checked against Gatwick Airport’s official airlines and terminals list in September 2026. Airlines occasionally change terminals, so confirm on your booking or boarding pass before you travel.
Knowing your terminal before you set off saves time on the day, and it tells your driver exactly where to drop you or meet you. This guide covers Qatar Airways at Gatwick: the terminal, what to expect when you arrive and how to get there by pre-booked taxi. For all Gatwick journeys, see our main Gatwick airport taxi page.
Qatar Airways at Gatwick: key facts
| Terminal | North Terminal |
| Airline code | QR |
| Alliance | oneworld |
| Home country | Qatar |
About the North Terminal
The North Terminal is easyJet’s main base at Gatwick and also serves long-haul airlines such as Emirates and Qatar Airways. When you book, we’ll plan your drop-off and pickup for North Terminal. For pickup points, layout and drop-off details, see our Gatwick North Terminal taxi guide, or compare terminals in our North or South Terminal guide.
Getting to Qatar Airways at Gatwick by taxi
- Check the terminal on your booking, then give us the flight number so we plan the drop-off.
- Leave enough time for bag drop and security, based on Qatar Airways’s recommendations.
- Choose the right vehicle for your group and cases when you book.
- Know the drop-off charge. Gatwick charges for forecourt drop-offs. Our drop-off charge guide explains it.
Arriving on a Qatar Airways flight
When you land on Qatar Airways, your driver follows the flight using your flight number and plans around the actual landing time. After passport control and baggage reclaim, you’ll meet at the agreed point, or in the arrivals hall if you’ve chosen meet and greet, and your driver will be waiting inside arrivals.
Connecting with oneworld partners
As a oneworld airline, Qatar Airways shares partnerships with other alliance members. If your trip combines Qatar Airways with a partner airline, check whether both legs use North Terminal or whether you’ll need to move between terminals, and build that time into your plans.
Choosing a vehicle for your Qatar Airways trip
| Travelling | Suggested vehicle |
|---|---|
| 1–2 passengers | Saloon, or executive for extra space |
| 3–4 passengers with holiday bags | Estate |
| Families of 5–7 | 7-seater |
| Groups of up to 8 | 8-seater |
See our Gatwick 8-seater page for details, or tell us your passenger and luggage numbers when you book.
Pre-booked transfer or other options?
Rank taxis are usually metered, app prices can rise at busy times, and trains may mean changes with your cases. A pre-booked Gatwick transfer gives you a fixed fare and a driver who follows your Qatar Airways flight. Compare the options in Gatwick minicab vs black cab and Gatwick taxi vs Uber.
Popular onward journeys
- Gatwick to Central London
- Gatwick and Heathrow connections
- Gatwick airport hotel transfers
- Gatwick to cruise ports
Frequently asked questions
Which terminal does Qatar Airways use at Gatwick?
Qatar Airways uses the North Terminal at Gatwick. Always check your booking in case of changes.
Can I get a taxi to Qatar Airways at North Terminal?
Yes. Book a fixed-fare transfer with your flight number and we’ll drop you at the North Terminal departures area.
What if my Qatar Airways flight is delayed?
If your flight number is in the booking, the driver tracks the flight and adjusts the pickup.
Can Qatar Airways change terminal?
It can happen. Terminal allocations occasionally change, which is why we recommend checking your booking or the airport’s website shortly before travel.
Flying Qatar Airways? Get a fixed-fare transfer to North Terminal with the booking form at the top of this page.