Gatwick Airport
Open our Gatwick guide for official flight information links, airport pickup advice and taxi booking.
Gatwick flight information →A practical guide to Gatwick, Heathrow, Luton, Stansted and London City: terminals, flight checks, transport connections, airport pickups and travel from Sussex.
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Flight times and status are checked on each airport’s official website. Our guides help you plan the onward journey.
Open our Gatwick guide for official flight information links, airport pickup advice and taxi booking.
Gatwick flight information →Open our Heathrow guide for official flight information links, airport pickup advice and taxi booking.
Heathrow flight information →Open our Luton guide for official flight information links, airport pickup advice and taxi booking.
Luton flight information →Open our Stansted guide for official flight information links, airport pickup advice and taxi booking.
Stansted flight information →Open our London City guide for official flight information links, airport pickup advice and taxi booking.
London City flight information →London’s airports are in different locations and use different terminal, rail and pickup arrangements. Start with the airport code on your ticket, then check your flight number, date and terminal. This guide brings the practical checks together for passengers travelling to or from Sussex.
Use this as a starting point rather than a fixed journey-time comparison. Road conditions, your Sussex address and your terminal affect the journey. On mobile, swipe the table sideways.
| Airport | What to check | Public transport point | Transfer planning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gatwick · LGW | North or South Terminal; confirm with your airline. | A free shuttle connects the terminals; the South Terminal is the rail-station side. | Confirm the terminal for your drop-off or arrival collection. |
| Heathrow · LHR | Terminal 2, 3, 4 or 5; use the terminal finder. | Check the transport and terminal-transfer instructions for your specific terminal. | Include the terminal as well as the flight number. Allow for the full route beyond Sussex. |
| Luton · LTN | Flight details and the airport collection instructions. | Luton DART links Luton Airport Parkway railway station with the terminal. | Airport Parkway station and the airport terminal are different pickup locations. |
| Stansted · STN | Your flight and the collection point supplied for your booking. | The airport rail station has connections to the terminal by lifts, escalators and ramps. | Plan the complete journey from Sussex, including traffic outside the local area. |
| London City · LCY | Flight date, status and airline instructions. | London City Airport is served by the Docklands Light Railway (DLR). | Check the road approach to east London as well as the Sussex part of the route. |
Gatwick has two terminals. Check the terminal for your actual flight rather than relying on a previous trip or an airline’s usual location. Gatwick’s airline and terminal directory is a useful starting point.
The free inter-terminal shuttle connects North and South. The shuttle station at the South Terminal is close to the railway station. If you are combining train and taxi travel, make sure your booking says whether you want the airport terminal or a railway-station pickup.
For a Sussex Airports Taxis arrival booking, provide the flight number and follow the meeting instructions on your confirmation. Our usual Gatwick meeting point is M&S in the relevant terminal.
Heathrow’s passenger terminals are 2, 3, 4 and 5. A booking that only says “Heathrow” leaves an important detail unresolved: check the flight and terminal before arranging your pickup or drop-off.
Connecting passengers should use Heathrow’s connection guidance. If you remain within the flight-connection process, follow the airport’s purple Flight Connections signs. If you have separate tickets or need to leave the airport, use the guidance for your specific situation; do not assume the same transfer process applies.
For a road transfer to Sussex, follow the driver meeting instructions supplied for your arrival terminal. Allow for passport checks, baggage reclaim and any assistance you have arranged.
Luton Airport Parkway railway station is separate from the airport terminal. The Luton DART connects them. Check the destination on your rail ticket and whether the DART part of the journey is included.
If booking a taxi after a rail journey, specify the railway station if that is where you want collection. If you are landing at Luton, book the airport pickup and add your flight number. Follow the meeting instructions for your booked transfer rather than heading to a rail station or car park without checking.
Stansted’s rail station connects with the airport terminal by lifts, escalators and ramps. Check the official transport page for the service that suits your journey, particularly for early departures or late arrivals.
From Sussex, plan beyond the local road network. A clear road near home does not tell you the condition of the motorway or the final airport approach. Give the taxi operator your flight time and check-in requirements when discussing a pickup.
London City Airport has a DLR connection to the wider Transport for London network. If using public transport, plan the complete journey and any interchanges, rather than just the last DLR section.
For a road transfer from Sussex, consider the approach to east London as well as your departure from home. Check the airline’s arrival guidance and your flight details. If an appointment or onward journey follows your arrival, leave time for baggage and the road journey.
There is no single pickup time that works for every airport, airline or Sussex address. Start with your airline’s check-in and bag-drop requirements, then add the road journey and a buffer for changing conditions.
The time a plane lands is different from the time a passenger is ready to meet a driver. Leaving the aircraft, border checks where applicable, baggage reclaim and finding the meeting point can all add time.
Keep your phone available, follow your booking’s meeting instructions and contact us if your baggage or assistance arrangements delay you. If the flight number, arrival date or airport changes, tell us directly so the road transfer can be reviewed.
Check the official flight board and agree a meeting plan with the passenger. Confirm the correct terminal and current airport collection rules before entering a pickup area. Do not treat the first arrival estimate as a guaranteed time to leave the airport.
Moving between terminals at one airport and travelling between two London airports are different journeys. If your itinerary changes airports, plan for the road or rail transfer as well as the flight connection.
Check the airline’s instructions for your itinerary. Your route through the airport can depend on whether your flights are on one booking, whether bags are checked through and whether you need to enter the UK. Use the airport’s official connection guidance for your circumstances.
Allow time to leave the first airport, collect bags where needed, travel to the second airport and complete its departure process. Confirm entry and travel-document requirements separately. A road transfer quote does not confirm that a flight connection is achievable.
Your airline sets its cabin and checked-bag allowance. Airport security guidance is a separate check. Liquid and screening arrangements can differ by airport and change over time, so check your departure airport and any connecting or return airports before packing.
Request assistance through your airline, travel agent or tour operator as early as possible. The UK Civil Aviation Authority recommends doing so when booking or, if possible, at least 48 hours before departure. Tell your transfer operator about relevant vehicle or timing needs separately.
Count pushchairs, travel cots, sports equipment and larger bags when requesting a vehicle. Sussex Airports Taxis does not provide child seats. Discuss bringing your own seat and the space needed before booking.
Drop-off, parking and pickup arrangements differ by airport and can change. Check the airport’s official guidance and your transfer quote. Additional stops, extra waiting or changes to the booked journey should be discussed with the operator.
No. It links to official airport flight information through our airport guides. Check current arrival and departure information with the airport and airline.
Compare the complete trip: the flight route and fare, airport access, check-in time, baggage and ground transport. Your Sussex pickup address and flight schedule matter more than a single general ranking.
No. Check the details for your actual flight and date. A previous booking or another route operated by the same airline is not a substitute for checking.
Arrange your transfer once you know the journey details, particularly for early flights, larger groups or unusual luggage. Availability is confirmed through the booking process.
Your flight number, arrival date, airport and terminal where relevant, destination address, mobile number, passengers and luggage. Mention any assistance needs that affect the vehicle or pickup time.
Use it for the Sussex coverage area. For airports beyond that view, check the complete route separately and allow for changing conditions.
Meet and greet is included with our airport pickups. Follow the instructions supplied for your specific booking and arrival terminal.
Contact us with the new flight, date or airport. Flight monitoring helps with arrival planning, but a diversion or changed itinerary may require a different road journey and a revised quote.
Use these sources for current airport arrangements. Published fees, schedules, entry conditions and airline requirements can change.
Guide reviewed: 1 November 2026. Published by Sussex Airports Taxis. Independent passenger guidance, not an official airport publication. Always confirm time-sensitive details with the relevant airport and airline.
Use the official airport link in the relevant guide. Search your flight number and check the travel date, status and terminal where shown.
Give us your pickup address, date, passengers and luggage. For airport arrivals, include the flight number so we can monitor your flight.
Check the Sussex part of your journey on our Sussex live traffic page. Allow time for the full route and follow your airline’s check-in guidance.
Get a quote for travel between Sussex and your London airport. Review your journey details before booking.
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