Are there outlets in Gatwick Airport, specifically South Terminal, where I can charge my laptop before flight?
Are there outlets that will have standard European or North American sockets instead of the UK version? I'm just transiting through so it'd be better if I didn't have to deal with a UK adapter.
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There are spare power sockets throughout both terminals that you should be able to use surreptitiously without anyone minding. Gatwick’s cafes and bars also usually have free power points. Don’t ask for permission, ask for forgiveness. If you must spend money, Chargebox operates several units airside in both terminals that let you charge mobiles from £1.50 for 30 minutes.
From my own experience: international sockets are extremely rare, some in hotel bathrooms but only enough wattage for a mobile charger, not for a laptop. Alas, a power adapter is necessary. These days there are very small adapters but that's a different question.
I took this photo at Starbucks, Gatwick North Terminal, after security, waiting for Gate.
This photo is at Pret A Manger, Gatwick North Terminal, near Gates 105-106
