Is it easier to get to Luton or Gatwick?


Is it easier to get to Luton or Gatwick? There's very little in it; both have good rail links. You have to get on a shuttle bus to the train station from Luton whereas Gatwick station is at the airport so that might give Gatwick a slight edge. But I'd choose the airport with the more convenient/cheaper flights.


Is London Luton a small airport?

It is the fourth-largest airport serving the London area after Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted, and is one of London's six international airports along with London City and Southend.


Is Luton Airport a small airport?

Previously known as Luton International Airport, London Luton Airport is the capital's fourth largest airport after Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted. Located just outside the town of Luton in Bedfordshire, the airport primarily serves low-cost airlines flying to Europe.


How many terminals does Luton airport have?

Luton has one terminal and is London's fifth largest airport. You'll find check-in desks for all airlines flying from Luton, including WizzAir, Ryanair, easyJet and Tui, in the main hall on the ground floor.


Which London airport is most accessible?

London Gatwick is the airport for everyone. We aim to be the UK's most accessible airport, prioritising the needs of every passenger and giving everyone an equal opportunity to fly.


Which London airport is most convenient?

In 2022, four of the airports in London served more than 10 million passengers: London-Heathrow, London-Gatwick, London-Stansted and London-Luton. While much smaller than the others, London-City is also worth mentioning as it's perhaps the most convenient London airport.


Which London airport is easiest to get to?

London City Airport (LCY) London City Airport is located closest to the city and since it is connected to the Underground network, it gets you there fastest too. Situated near the city center and Canary Wharf, the financial heart of London, City Airport is popular for business trips.


Is it better to fly into Heathrow or Gatwick?

Despite being a bit farther from the city centre than Heathrow, Gatwick offers efficient and well-connected transportation options, making it a popular choice for both short-haul European flights and travellers heading to south coast destinations.


Is Gatwick as bad as Heathrow?

Despite being a bit farther from the city centre than Heathrow, Gatwick offers efficient and well-connected transportation options, making it a popular choice for both short-haul European flights and travellers heading to south coast destinations.


Why is Heathrow preferred over Gatwick?

Gatwick follows as the secondary and second busiest airport. Heathrow is larger and has better links in and out of the airport to Central London. Heathrow has five terminals and four runways.


How long is the train journey from Luton to Gatwick?

The average journey time by train between Luton and Gatwick Airport is 1 hour and 38 minutes, with around 104 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.


Is Luton Airport closer to London?

Luton (LTN) Like Gatwick and Stansted, London's fourth airport, at Luton, is nearly 30 miles from the city center.