South London to Luton Airport Taxi and Private Transfer: Fares, Journey Time and Pickup
Everything for your south London to Luton Airport transfer in one place: distance and journey time, fares per vehicle, the right pickup time and the return trip.
The journey
The distance is about 42 miles (67 km). In normal traffic the drive takes about 1 hour 25 minutes; leave extra time in the morning and evening peaks, on Fridays and before bank holidays. Across central London and up the M1, or around the M25, depending on traffic.
About south London
We collect from Brixton, Clapham, Battersea, Dulwich and the south London suburbs. Gatwick is closer, but many low-cost routes leave only from Luton.
Fares by vehicle
- Economy Sedan (up to 4 passengers, 3 suitcases): from about £87
- First Class Sedan (4 passengers, 3 suitcases): about £122
- Standard Van (6 passengers, 4 suitcases): about £148
- First Class Van (6 passengers, 5 suitcases): about £235
- Minibus (up to 16 passengers, 10 suitcases): from about £261
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 h 25 min from south London, that leaves roughly 1 hour 30 minutes 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
On the way home from Luton to south London, the driver follows your flight's real landing time and meets you in the arrivals hall. You get 60 minutes of free waiting from landing, and airport parking is included. Selecting "Return" when you book covers both legs and takes a discount off the return.
More information
See our Luton Airport transfers page and the Luton Airport pickup guide. Related route: Taxi from West London to Luton Airport.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is it from south London to Luton Airport?
About 42 miles (67 km).
How long does the journey take?
Around 1 hour 25 minutes when the roads are clear. Rush hour and holiday weekends add time.
How much is a taxi from south London to Luton Airport?
From about £87 in an Economy Sedan for up to 4 passengers, or about £148 in a Standard Van for up to 6. The price is per vehicle.
How early should I be collected?
Allow 3 hours for short-haul and an extra hour for long-haul flights from Luton.
Are child seats available?
Yes, free of charge on request.
