London Luton Airport – flight delay
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London Luton Airport is an international airport in the largest city in and the capital of the United Kingdom. It is located about 2.4 km east from the city centre. At London Luton Airport, in 2018, over 16.6 million air passengers were recorded. It is the base for EasyJet, Ryanair, TUI Airways, and Wizz Air.
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Departures (flight irregularity)
Minimum Connection Time in London Luton Airport
The Minimum Connection Time (MCT) required in a specific airport is essential to know if the route has a connecting flight. It is advisable to look this up before booking a ticket. The MCT is also a deciding factor when a passenger makes a claim for compensation for a missed connection. Below you can see the MCT for connecting flights in London Luton Airport.
- Between domestic flights: 30 min.
- Between domestic and international flights: 60 min.
- Between international flights: 90 min.
London Luton Airport terminal
Terminals are the sections or separate buildings in airports through which passengers can transfer between ground transportation and the places for boarding or disembarking from the plane. It is important to know which terminal you are leaving from or travelling through, because terminals in bigger airports might be a long distance from each other and travellers might require more time to get to the correct one. There is 1 Terminal in London Luton Airport.
Terminal 1 – EasyJet, Ryanair, Wizz Air and others
Transport from London Luton Airport
It might be a challenge to find the most convenient way to get to the city centre when visiting a destination for the first time. It is not always possible to travel by public transportation directly from the airport and taxis are often pricey. We advise looking at all the alternatives ahead of your flight so you can find out what your options are and can schedule your trip appropriately. Go here for the latest information and connections of public transport.
London Luton Airport train
- Thameslink
Direction: Central London
Travel time (approx.): 24 min.
London Luton Airport bus
- Shuttle
Direction: Luton Airport Parkway railway station
Travel time (approx.): 10 min.
Operating hours: 05:00 AM - 12:00 AM, daily
London Luton Airport taxi
- Pick up point: outside the Terminal
Travel time (approx.): 1 hr. 10 min. to the city centre
Approximate price: 100 EUR
Where to have a rest in London Luton Airport
Sometimes air travellers face long waiting times between flights, such as overnight layovers or a flight delay until the following day. In such instances, it is essential to know the places in the airport where you can have a decent break or spend time before your flight.
London Luton Airport lounges
Airport lounges are places that offer passengers a variety of benefits and services, such as relaxation zones, food and drinks, WIFI, showers, etc., so passengers can wait in an agreeable and comfortable setting.
- Aspire Lounge
Location: Departures
Opening hours: 04:00 AM - 10:00 PM, daily - Clubrooms Lounge
Location: Departures
Opening hours: 04:30 AM - 09:30 PM, daily
London Luton Airport hotels
When your flight takes off the following day or the lounges are not suitable, you can opt for staying in a hotel nearby. A number of airports have hotels directly in the airport, while in others you might need to leave the airport area to reach the closest hotel. We have selected the best alternatives for you in case you want to stay in a hotel between flights.
- Courtyard by Marriott Luton Airport Hotel
Price: from 90 EUR per night
Address: Airport Way, Luton LU2 9LF, United Kingdom
Contact: +44 158 221 8555
Website: click - White House Hotel
Price: from 40 EUR per night
Address: 38 Williton Rd, Luton LU2 9EJ, the United Kingdom
Contact: +44 755 221 7192 - Hemel Short Stay Hotel
Price: from 28 EUR per night
Address: 36 Dunraven Ave, Luton LU1 1TP, United Kingdom
Contact: +44 730 808 2111
London Luton Airport cafes & restaurants
When travelling, it is essential to have enough food and drink. Whatever you are in need of, whether it is a quick bite for the plane, a spot for coffee before an early flight, or a spot to take a rest and sit down during a layover, we have a selection of options to suit your needs. You can view the complete overview of places to dine in London Airport here.
- Starbucks
Description: coffee, drinks, desserts, sandwiches, snacks
Location: before and after security and Arrivals - Costa Coffee
Description: coffee, warm and cold drinks, desserts, sandwiches and salads
Location: before security and Arrivals - Pret a Manger
Description: sandwiches, salads, pastries, soups, hot wraps, and desserts
Location: before and after security and Arrivals - Burger King
Description: fast food restaurant
Location: before security and Arrivals - Krispy Kreme
Description: doughnut cafe
Location: after security - Wasabi
Description: Japanese cuisine
Location: after security
London Luton Airport shops
If you leave your souvenir purchasing to the very last minute, or you merely have time to pass before your flight, it is a good idea to visit the airport shops. The guide below shows a selection of shops at the airport.
- Aelia
Description: Duty Free
Location: after security - WHSmith
Description: newspapers, magazines, books, drinks, snacks, and sweets
Location: before security - Victoria's Secret
Description: lingerie, cosmetics, perfumes, and gifts
Location: after security - Dixons Travel
Description: electrical store
Location: after security - JD Sports
Description: sportswear
Location: after security
Car hire London Luton Airport
Some places are worth seeing by car, or it might be essential for your journey to travel by car. To help you to select the right car hire company for your journey, we have provided a list below.
- Hertz
Location: Airport area
Opening hours: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM, daily
Contact: +44 843 309 3046 - Europcar
Location: Airport area
Opening hours: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM, daily
Contact: +44 371 384 3413 - Avis
Location: Airport area
Opening hours: 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM, daily
Contact: +44 344 544 6021 - Budget
Location: Airport area
Opening hours: 07:00 AM - 11:00 PM, daily
Contact: +44 344 544 4646 - Enterprise
Location: Airport area
Opening hours: 07:00 AM - 07:00 PM, daily
Contact: +44 158 239 0969
Other facilities in London Luton Airport
Below are some other important amenities in the airport that you may want to visit while travelling.
- Chaplaincy
Contact: +44 158 239 0969
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