Know the Airport Connection
Gatwick has North and South terminals. Its railway station is at South Terminal, while a free inter-terminal shuttle links the two buildings. A rail arrival and a departing flight may therefore involve different terminal references.
Choose the Actual Road Journey
Put North or South Terminal into the cab enquiry after checking the flight. If combining rail with a car or meeting passengers who arrive by train, say whether the meeting is at South Terminal or after they have used the shuttle; do not leave the transfer between buildings implicit.
Flight Details, Luggage and Readiness
For a Gatwick Airport taxi or minicab enquiry, provide the flight number, date and London-time details as well as the airport destination. Explain the party size and luggage before asking the operator to confirm the vehicle. For an arrival, landing, reclaiming bags and being ready to meet are different moments; agree how readiness and any waiting will be handled.
For departure, follow the airline's check-in requirements and discuss the proposed pickup with the cab operator. Ask for the complete proposed price and airport meeting instructions before accepting a booking.