North London to Luton Airport Taxi and Private Transfer: Fares, Journey Time and Pickup
Travelling between north London and Luton Airport? A private transfer takes you door to door in about 1 hour, at a price fixed before you travel. This page sets out the distance, the route, the fares for each vehicle and how the pickup works.
Distance and journey time
The distance is about 32 miles (52 km). In normal traffic the drive takes about 1 hour; leave extra time in the morning and evening peaks, on Fridays and before bank holidays. The A1 or A41 to the M1 and on to Luton.
About north London
We collect from Islington, Camden, Highgate, Finchley and the north London suburbs. Luton is the closest London airport for much of north London.
Fares by vehicle
- Economy Sedan (up to 4 passengers, 3 suitcases): from about £72
- First Class Sedan (4 passengers, 3 suitcases): about £101
- Standard Van (6 passengers, 4 suitcases): about £122
- First Class Van (6 passengers, 5 suitcases): about £194
- Minibus (up to 16 passengers, 10 suitcases): from about £216
You pay per car, not per passenger. Your exact fixed price appears on the booking form as soon as you add your address and date, and it stays the same whatever the traffic.
Pickup from your door
Book the pickup for about 3 hours before a short-haul departure (an hour more for long-haul). With a drive of about 1 hour from north London, that leaves roughly 2 hours at Luton for check-in, bag drop and security in normal traffic. The driver comes to your door, loads the luggage and brings free child seats if you ask for them. Luton has one terminal and the car drops you right outside it; the DART shuttle is only needed by passengers arriving by train.
Arriving back
For the return to north London, the pickup is timed to your actual landing at Luton, not the schedule. Your driver waits in the arrivals hall holding a name sign, with 60 minutes free after touchdown and parking included in the fare. Choose "Return" on the booking form to book both trips together and save on the second one.
More information
See our Luton Airport transfers page and the Luton Airport pickup guide. Related route: Taxi from South London to Luton Airport.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is it from north London to Luton Airport?
About 32 miles (52 km).
How long does the journey take?
About 1 hour in normal traffic; longer at peak times.
How much is a taxi from north London to Luton Airport?
From about £72 in an Economy Sedan for up to 4 passengers, or about £122 in a Standard Van for up to 6. The price is per vehicle.
How early should I be collected?
For a short-haul flight, 3 hours before departure (the drive of about 1 hour plus time for check-in and security). Long-haul: one hour earlier.
Are child seats available?
Yes, at no extra cost. Tell us the children's ages when you book.
