Quick answer: WestJet 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.
If you’re flying WestJet from Gatwick, the terminal is the first thing to check. It decides where you’re dropped off and where your driver meets you when you come home. Below you’ll find the terminal, useful airline details and how a fixed-fare transfer works for WestJet passengers. Our Gatwick airport taxi page covers every other Gatwick journey.
WestJet at Gatwick: key facts
| Terminal | North Terminal |
| Airline code | WS |
| Alliance | Not a member of a global alliance |
| Home country | Canada |
| Self check-in | Offered at Gatwick (per the airport’s airline list) |
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. Your driver will drop you at the departures forecourt 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 WestJet at Gatwick by taxi
- Give us your WestJet flight number when you book, so the driver goes to the right terminal.
- Allow check-in time. Follow WestJet’s advice for your route. International flights usually need two to three hours.
- Tell us about luggage so we send the right vehicle: saloon, estate, people carrier or 8-seater.
- Know the drop-off charge. Gatwick charges for forecourt drop-offs. Our drop-off charge guide explains it.
Arriving on a WestJet flight
For WestJet arrivals, the driver watches the live flight status and adjusts to delays. Clear passport control, collect your luggage and head to the agreed meeting point. With meet and greet.
Booking a WestJet trip with other airlines
WestJet isn’t part of a global alliance, so if you’ve combined it with a flight on another airline, the other flight may use a different terminal. Check each leg separately. If you need to get between airports, see our Heathrow and Gatwick transfers.
Choosing a vehicle for your WestJet 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?
For WestJet passengers with luggage, children or late flights, a pre-booked car usually beats the alternatives. The fare is agreed up front, there’s no queue at the rank, and the driver adjusts if your flight is delayed. 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 WestJet use at Gatwick?
WestJet uses the North Terminal at Gatwick. Always check your booking in case of changes.
Can I get a taxi to WestJet 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 WestJet flight is delayed?
If your flight number is in the booking, the driver tracks the flight and adjusts the pickup.
Can WestJet 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 WestJet? Get a fixed-fare transfer to North Terminal with the booking form at the top of this page.