London Luton Airport Information
One of the busiest travel hubs in Britain, London Luton Airport offers flights to more than 70 unique destinations worldwide and saw 14.5 million passengers pass through its doors in 2016.
With 2017 set to see vast transformation of Luton Airport including improving transport links, even if you've travelled from Luton before its worth having a read of the information below.
How to Get to London Luton Airport
Located just 32 miles from the centre of the capital, London Luton Airport is accessible by a variety of transport options.
Luton is one of the UK's easiest airports to drive to, being conveniently located just off the M1 using the recently improved junction 10a.
There is a great selection of car parking options currently available, both on-airport and off-airport.
Car Parking Options at London Luton Airport
There are numerous options for car parking at Luton Airport. Which one you chose will depend on your budget and preference. It is always recommended to allow at least 30 mins from parking your car to get to the terminal, but please double check with the car park you book.
On-Airport Parking at Luton Airport
The on-airport parking at Luton is either walking distance or a few minutes on the transfer bus. There is long stay, mid stay and short stay car parks to choose from. The long stay car park will normally be the cheapest option. Parking on-airport means that you park your own car and keep hold of your keys.
Long Term (Pink) Parking Luton Airport
Long term parking (pink) at Luton Airport provides cheap and secure parking with a short 5-10 minute transfer to the terminal which run on demand 24hrs a day. This carpark has the Park Mark safer parking award. The pink long stay car park has high perimeter fencing, cctv and is regularly patrolled by car park staff, Airport security & the police.
Mid Term (Green) Parking Luton Airport
The mid term parking (green) at Luton Airport is located only 2-5 minute transfer away from the terminal. The mid term green car park also has the Park Mark award.
Short Term (yellow) Parking Luton Airport
The short term (yellow) parking at Luton Airport is the closest car park to the terminal, only a short walk away. For the convenience of being the closest car park to the airport the price will be higher than the mid and long term car parks. Like the Mid and Long term car parks the short term parking also has the Park Mark award for safer parking.
Off-Airport Parking near Luton Airport
If you are willing to travel a little further on a transfer bus you can find cheaper parking deals by selecting an off-airport car park near Luton Airport. All car parks selected by FHR have been hand-picked based on service and security. You will be required to leave your keys with the parking attendant, and they will park your car in the secure car parks.
FHR's selection of car parks all hold the park mark award for safer parking. Choose from Airparks which is 10-15 mins free transfer (runs every 20 mins) away from Luton Airport or Central Car Storage/Airparks ShortRun which is only 5 mins transfer from the terminal. Or Paige Park and Ride which has on demand transfers which 10-20 minutes to reach the airport.
Meet & Greet at Luton Airport
Meet & Greet parking options at Luton Airport offer you a hassle-free experience. Use DriveFly Meet & Greet, Luton Super Saver Meet & Greet or Swift Meet & Greet and you just turn up in the designated area in the short term car park and your car will be taken by a fully insured attendant to a secure car park and then returned to you when you land. This is great for families as you have just a short walk to the airport, so no worrying about getting luggage and all the family on the transfer bus.
Hotels with Parking at Luton Airport
Are you always arriving at the airport stressed and feeling rushed? Think about staying overnight the night before you travel to leave you feeling refreshed. With FHR you can get a great value hotel with parking deals at Luton Airport.
For families The Chiltern Hotel located close to the M1 with a 15 minute transfer to the Airport, could be perfect with rooms for 2 Adults and 4 Children.
For those who love a free hot breakfast, then a night at the Hampton by Hilton Luton could get your holiday off to a great start, with a full belly and only a 1 miles transfer by bus or taxi you can turn up at the airport feeling refreshed.
If you need to burn those extra calories before you indulge The Hilton Garden Inn Luton North has a modern fitness room.
Some airlines will even let you check-in the night before you fly, which can save you time in the morning to have a relaxed breakfast or an extra hour in bed!
Luton Airport Departure Lounge
Once you are through security, you can relax, grab a bite to eat or browse the various shops.
For a bite to eat there is a range of restaurant options to suit many tastes once you reach the departure lounge. The choices available are: Bar 10, Est Bar, Frankie & Benny's, Benugo, Pret A Manger, Wasabi or Starbucks.
Fashionistas won't be disappointed with the shopping on offer at Luton Airport. In addition to the newly opened 1700sqm walk through duty-free store, there is a Dixons Travel, Accessorize, ICE currency exchange, J D Sports, Kurt Geiger, Boots, Rolling Luggage, Sunglass Hut, MAC, Glorious Britain, WHSmith and Victoria's Secret.
Luton Airport Lounge
To ensure a relaxed start to your travel plans, booking into the airport lounge at Luton Airport will provide you with a quiet and calm area to enjoy executive hospitality.
Passengers can take advantage of entertainment options such as easy listening music or television along with complimentary alcoholic beverages and hot and cold drinks in the Aspire Lounge.