After a flight into Luton, the last thing most people want is a shuttle, a platform and a crowded train into town. A Luton Airport to London taxi has your driver waiting in arrivals with your name and takes you straight to your door, hotel or office – a fixed £79 to central London, whatever time you land.
Luton Airport to London taxi prices
Fixed fares for the whole vehicle, including Luton Airport’s pickup charge:
| To | Distance | Typical time | Saloon | Estate | 8-seater | Executive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central London (W1, WC, EC, SW1, SE1, NW1) | 34 miles | 1h 10m | £79 | £86 | £127 | £102 |
| King’s Cross & St Pancras | 32.1 miles | 57 mins | £90 | £98 | £114 | £113 |
| Paddington | 32.1 miles | 56 mins | £90 | £98 | £114 | £113 |
| Canary Wharf | 53.7 miles | 1h 03m | £115 | £124 | £145 | £142 |
| Wembley | 29.5 miles | 41 mins | £87 | £94 | £110 | £110 |
| Harrow | 23.6 miles | 39 mins | £77 | £84 | £98 | £98 |
| Barnet | 23.4 miles | 30 mins | £77 | £84 | £97 | £98 |
| Enfield | 28 miles | 38 mins | £85 | £92 | £107 | £107 |
Central London covers W1, WC1, WC2, EC1 to EC4, SW1, SE1 and NW1. For any other address, enter it in the quote form for an exact fixed price. More: Luton Airport taxi prices.
How the pickup works
- Add your flight number when you book – we track it live.
- Your driver waits in the arrivals hall with a name board. You get 60 minutes free waiting from landing, so passport control and baggage reclaim are covered.
- They walk you to the car in the Pick Up Zone next to the terminal and load your luggage.
- You are driven straight into London – no DART, no train, no change.
How long does the drive from Luton Airport to London take?
Around 34 miles to the West End. Late in the evening it can take under an hour; at weekday rush hour allow up to 90 minutes. North-west London (Harrow, Barnet, Wembley) is 30 to 40 minutes, Canary Wharf about an hour.
Luton Airport to London by taxi or train
The train is the cheapest way into London for one person with light luggage. The taxi wins for families and groups (the fare is per car, not per person), for anyone with suitcases, and for late arrivals – when you land at midnight the last thing you want is to wait for a train.
Travelling on from London
Need to reach Heathrow, Gatwick or Stansted instead? Direct airport-to-airport transfers from Luton avoid going through the centre – see Luton to Heathrow and Luton to Gatwick. For all our Luton pickups, see taxi from Luton Airport.
Luton Airport to London taxi FAQs
How much is a taxi from Luton Airport to London?
£79 fixed to central London in a saloon, £90 to King’s Cross and £115 to Canary Wharf, including the airport pickup charge.
How long is the taxi from Luton Airport to central London?
Usually 60 to 90 minutes, depending on the time of day.
Where do I meet my driver?
In the arrivals hall at Luton Airport. Your driver holds a board with your name.
What happens if my flight is late?
We track your flight, so your driver is there for the real landing time and you still get 60 minutes free waiting.
Can I book for a flight landing after midnight?
Yes, we operate 24 hours a day.
How do I pay?
You choose how to pay when you book – the options are shown at checkout, and the price is fixed either way.