Local Airport Taxi Firms

Do you need   an airport taxi to or from Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton & City of London or any UK airport. If so, then you must read this. Prices vary dramatically between airport taxi transfer firms so here is a guide to help you get the best deal on your airport transfer and don't get ripped off.

Today, I contacted various airport taxi comapanies and  obtained quotes for the same jounrney. (A 65 mile journey from Kent to Gatwick) The most expensive quote was £220 and the cheapest was £75. I'm sure you  can think of a better way to spend the £145 difference. Shop around! 

The time you need picking up can add ££'s to the cost of your journey!

Some firms will charge extra if you need to be picked up before 6 am. Other airport taxi transfer companies have the same price day or night.The price can also vary if you need to travel to the airport on Bank Holidays.The good news is that by phoning a few companies will come across a taxi business that will charge you the same price 24/7 and save a lot of money in the process.

Is parking included in the cost?

Parking can be expensive and you don't need to pay it! Make sure when you ask for a quote that you ask for the fully inclusive price including any charges for the parking or you may have to find an additional £5+ to pay for it yourself.

Child Seats

Not all airport transfer companies will provide child seats but some that do won't even charge you for them. I know a lot of parents are concerned about using child seats that they are unfamilair with and would rather use their own. Some firms will actually store your child seat for you in their office whilst you are out of the country and bring it to the airport for you upon your return to thr UK. A great little add on that can give you peace of mind on the journey and one less bulky item to take on the plane.

Airport Hotels Yes or No?

Sometimes booking into an airport hotel the night before your flight is cheaper than booking a return taxi! You can park your car at the hotel for the duration of your holiday or business trip free of charge and their shuttle bus will take you to the terminal and pick you up again on your return.