Luton Airport is located just 32 miles from Central London, close to the M1 and M25 with good transport links around the country. The airport was officially opened in 1938 and now plays an important rols as part of London's airport network. Over 6 million passengers fly from Luton each year and there are over 60 destinations available.
We hope we have gathered as much useful information as possible about Luton airport but are always open to suggestions and recommendations.
Address:
Airport
London Luton Airport, Percival Way, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU2 9LU
Luton Airport Guide
Destinations:
Destinations
Aberdeen
Alicante
Amsterdam
Athens
Barcelona
Belfast
Berlin
Budapest
Caglian
Corfu
Dalaman
Dortmund
Dublin
Edinburgh
Faro
Fuerteventura
Galway
Gdansk
Geneva
Gerona
Gibraltar
Glasgow
Heraklion
Ibiza
Inverness
Isle of Man
Jersey
Katowice
Kefalonia
Kos
Lanzarote
Larnaca
Les Palmas
Madeira
Madrid
Mahon
Malaga
Malta
Menorca Milan
Monastir
Naples
Nice
Palma de Mallorca
Paphos
Paris
Reus
Rhodes
Sharm el Sheik
Tenerife
Thesalonika
Warsaw
Waterford
Zante
Zurich
How to reach-Car:
Getting there by Car
London Luton Airport is easily accessible from all over the country and located close to the M1 and M25, only 32 miles from Central London.
From the East take the A505 dual carriageway Hitchin. The airport lies just off the A505 and is clearly signposted. From the M25 exit at Junction 21 for the access to the M1. From the M1 the airport is only 2 miles away. Exit and junction 10 and follow signs. From the West, if approaching via Dunstable, follow the airport signs. Alternatively travel via the M40/ M25 to join the M1 and then exit via Junction 10.
How to reach-Taxi:
Getting there by Taxi
London Luton Airport is easily accessible from all over the country and located close to the M1 and M25, only 32 miles from Central London.
From the East take the A505 dual carriageway Hitchin. The airport lies just off the A505 and is clearly signposted. From the M25 exit at Junction 21 for the access to the M1. From the M1 the airport is only 2 miles away. Exit and junction 10 and follow signs. From the West, if approaching via Dunstable, follow the airport signs. Alternatively travel via the M40/ M25 to join the M1 and then exit via Junction 10.
How to reach-Bus:
Getting there by Bus
Several coach companies run to and from Luton airport . Greenline runs daily coaches between central London (Victoria, Marble Arch, Baker Street and Brent Cross) and the airport. National Express runs a Jetlink service from Luton airport to the Midlands and London, and Flightlink service to the North of England. Local buses run from the airport to the centre of Luton. Easybus operated between Luton and Stansted, Milton Keynes, Watford and North London.
How to reach-Train:
Getting there by Train
There is a regular 24 hour service to central London taking only 25 minutes with Luton Airport Express from Luton Airport Parkway station. The airport runs a free shuttle bus service to and from Luton Airport Parkway station which is only 1.8km from the terminal. Train times and information can be obtained from National Rail
Facilities:
Eating
Altitude Café - Open 24 hours
Bar des Voyageurs - Open 0800 to 2300
Bewleys Express Café/Bar - Open 24 hours
Burger King - Open 0600 to 2300 in the summer
County Kitchen - Open 24 hours
Deli Sandwich Bar - Open 24 hours
KFC - Open 1100 to 2230
Mezzanine Bar Cafe - Open 0500 - 2230
Millies Cookies - Open 0500hrs - 2100 hrs
Ritazza Coffee - Open 24 hours
Sbarro Pizza - Open 1100- 2230
The Food Court - Open 24 hours
The Shakespeare Pub - Open 0500- 0000
Upper Crust - Open 24 hours
Hotels
There are a choice of Luton airport hotels to choose from, both on airport and located close to the airport. Choose from the following for a convenient accomodation option before or after your flight from Luton airport :
Chiltern Hotel
Cygnet Hotel
Express By Holiday Inn (on airport)
Express By Holiday Inn Luton Hemel
Hanover International
Hertfordshire Moat House
Luton Travelodge
Thistle Luton
Thistle Stevenage
Travelodge Toddington
Services:
Services
Bureau de Change -departures and check in.
Cash Dispensers - departures and check in
Pay Phones - public telephones, some web enabled located throughout terminal
Information - departures and check in area
Postal Services - mail box on the right as you enter airport
Car Hire Companies - Several car hire companies can be found in the link area
Taxis - Taxi stand outside main entrance/exit
Onward Travel Tickets -Kiosk selling train and bus tickets located in the link area
Oversize baggage Located at the far end of the terminal close to the check in desks
Left Luggage - situated next to Outsize Buggage in the check-in hall.
Smoking - designated areas throughout
Chapel - located in the building opposite the terminal entrance
Executive Lounge - in departures area
Shopping:
Shopping
Impulse Open - 0400 - 2200
Sock Shop Open - 0500 - 2100
Tie Rack Open - 0500 - 2100
Whistlestop Open - 0700 - 2300
World News Open - 24 Hours
Departure Lounge
Accessorize Open - 0500 - 2200
Body Shop Open - 0600 - 2200
Books etc Open - 0500 - 2200
Boots Open - 0500 - 2100
Claire's Accessories Open - 0500 - 2200
Cotton Traders Open - 0500 - 2200
Dixons Open - 0500 - 2200
Gifts4all Open - 0500 - 2200
Nuance Travel Shopping Open - 0400 - Last flight
Sunglasses Hut Open - 0500 - 2200
Tie Rack Open - 0500 - 2100
World News Open - 24 Hours
Disabled:
Disabled
All Terminals offer:
A designated accessible door for customers not wishing to use the revolving doors.
Accessible toilets in all toilet bays.
Wheelchairs, free of charge, from 2 collection points.
Induction loops are fitted into the customer services and special assistance desks.
Lowered payphones fitted with inductive couplers and touch text facilities.
Porters assistance is available, free of charge, via the Special Assistance telephones sited in and around the terminal building.
Specialized equipment is available to assist passengers to board and disembark the aircraft.
Designated Disabled Accessible Bays are available in all car parks.
Children:
Children
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Baby changing facilities are available in all toilet facilities.
Special babycare rooms, equipped with changing tables, nappy dispensers and other essential equipment are available for passengers travelling with young babies.
GamesGrid entertainment outlets throughout.
Children's play area in the departures area near to the customer service desk and the departure gates.
Special menus and offers for children are available in all airport restaurants. Baby food is available free of charge.
Facts & Figures:
Facts & Figures
Interesting facts
UK's 7th busiest Airport
Number of...
Passengers, year Over 6 million
Aircraft movements Over 61,000
Airlines 15
Destinations Over 60
Terminals 1
History:
History
London Luton Airport was officially opened on 16 July 1938. The airport was owned by the Borough of Luton and was thought of as the northern terminal for London.
During the war, the airport was a base for 264 Fighter Squadron as well as a manufacturing site where both civil and military aircraft were designed and built.
In 1952, civil use of the airport resumed and a new control tower was opened.
During the next ten years the 'package' holiday was developed and became very popular, allowing many people to travel abroad for the first time.
By 1969, a fifth of all holiday flights from the UK departed from Luton Airport and by 1972 Luton had become Britain's most profitable airport.
1974 saw the major tour operator Clarksons and its airline Court Line go into liquidation and Luton was hit hard.
In 1978 the committee began preparations to take Luton into the future and raise passenger levels to 5 million a year.
In 1985 a new international terminal building was opened by HRH The Prince of Wales
1986 saw Monarch Crown Service launch scheduled flights to Spain and Irish airline Ryanair launch scheduled services from Luton to Ireland marking the growth of scheduled air services from Luton which represent over 70 per cent of their business.
In 1987 Luton International Airport became a Limited Company with Luton Borough Council as sole shareholder
The airport was renamed London Luton Airport in 1990 to mark its position as part of the London airport network.
Passenger numbers declined as in 1991 Ryanair moved a large part of its business to Stansted.
In 1991 a new management team was appointed to develop the airport and over the next 5 years £30million was invested in improvements to infrastructure and facilities.
Business continued to increase as new airlines were introduced and by 1998 passenger numbers had risen to 4.4 million a year. Luton was the UK's fastest growing airport.
A new private public partnership signed in 1998 meant the airport would be owned by Luton Borough Council but manages privavtely
In 1999 an £80 million development programme was completed improving the terminal facilities. The improved terminal was officially opened in November 1999 by The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh. Also at the end of 1999 Railtrack opened the £23 million London Luton Parkway station, improving transport links with central London.
2001 saw 6.3 million passengers pass through the airport and passenger numbers continue to grow as demand for package holidays increases at the UK's 7th largest airport
Information:
Information
Airport NameLuton Airport Airport Code LTN
Luton Airport is located just 32 miles from Central London, close to the M1 and M25 with good transport links around the country. The airport was officially opened in 1938 and now plays an important rols as part of London's airport network. Over 6 million passengers fly from Luton each year and there are over 60 destinations available.
We hope we have gathered as much useful information as possible about Luton airport but are always open to suggestions and recommendations.
Parking:
Airport Guide
There are six Luton airport parking pre-book options. The available car parks are:
Airparks Services (min stay 1 day)
Central Car Storage (no min stay)
Central Car Storage Meet & Greet (no min stay)
Express Parking (no min stay)
Long Term Self Park (min stay 5 days)
Mid Term Parking (no min stay)
Express Parking
Express parking is Luton's short term parking option allowing you to park your car for up to six hours for a daily executive rate and is located adjacent to the terminal building. This parking option is ideal for meeting and greeting passengers and executive stays.
Prices range from £2.50 per hour up to 6 hours and £12.00 for 6 hours up to 24 hours.
Mid Term Parking
Luton mid term airport parking is ideal for stays up to 5 days. There is a regular courtesy bus service between the airport termianl and the car park.
Price is £11.00 per day turn up.
book now for information and booking.
Long Term Parking
The long term car park at Luton is suited for stays of over 5 days. It is a self park car park and there is a courtesy coach which transports passengers between the car park and the terminal.
This car park is pre book only, book now to make a booking.
Valet Parking
If you would prefer not to transfer between the car park and the terminal you can choose the Luton airport Meet and Greet valet parking service. A chauffeur will meet you at the terminal and take your car to a secure compound, you are then free to check in with plenty of time and then have your car delivered back to you at the terminal on your return.
Pre booking is advised, book now for more details and to make a booking.
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