Airport codes

IATA: LTN, ICAO: EGGW

Local Time

GMT - BST = GMT+1
British Summer Time (BST) operates from the last Sunday in March until the last Sunday in October.

Address

Navigation House, Airport Way, Luton, Bedfordshire LU2 9LY, United Kingdom

Access

London Luton Airport is easily accessible from all over the country and located close to the M1 and M25, only 32 miles from Central London.

From the East take the A505 dual carriageway Hitchin. The airport lies just off the A505 and is clearly signposted.

From the M25 exit at Junction 21 for the access to the M1. From the M1 the airport is only 2 miles away. Exit and junction 10 and follow signs.

From the West, if approaching via Dunstable, follow the airport signs. Alternatively travel via the M40/ M25 to join the M1 and then exit via Junction 10.

If you plan on driving to or from Luton Airport you can search the AA Route Planner for tailored directions.

Airport Overview

London Luton Airport is an international airport located 1.5 NM (2.8 km; 1.7 mi) east of the town centre in the Borough of Luton in Bedfordshire, England and is 30.5 NM (56.5 km; 35.1 mi) north of Central London. The airport is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Junction 10a of the M1 motorway. It is the fourth largest airport serving the London area after Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted, and is one of London's five international airports along with London City Airport.

In 2008 over 10 million passengers passed through the airport in a single year for the first time, however passenger numbers declined to 8,738,717 in 2010, making it the fifth busiest airport in the UK. The airport serves as a base for EasyJet, Monarch Airlines, Thomson Airways, Ryanair and Wizz Air. The vast majority of the routes served are within Europe, although there are some charter and scheduled routes to destinations in Northern Africa and Asia.

Contacts

Phone (0)158 240 5100
Website www.london-luton.co.uk

Airport Information

There are electronic information booths in the airport. The Touch-screen booths give information on airport navigation, parking, flight information and onward transportation. Passenger service assistants are on hand to provide information and assistance.

Airlines

Azzurra Air, BA CitiExpress, British Airways, Easyjet, Monarch, Ryanair, Suckling

Airline Lounges

Any passengers wanting to sit back and relax before their flight in real comfort are able to use the Aviance Executive Lounge facilities at Luton Airport.

The Lounge offers passengers a variety of complimentary snacks and refreshments, including soft and alcoholic drinks. There are a selection of magazines and newspapers available to read and a television to keep up to date with current affairs. The Lounge also has business facilities including Internet access and a fax machine.
Internet usage is available and charged at £1.50 for 15 minutes.

Terminals

Number of terminals 1

Facilities

Restrooms / Toilets

Toilets are located in all areas of the airport

Disabled facilities / Medical Facilities

There is a designated accessible door for customers who cannot use the revolving doors. Accessible toilets are available. Wheelchairs are available, free of charge. Induction loops are fitted into the customer services and special assistance desks and there are lowered payphones fitted with induction loops and touch text facilities. Porters are available to assist via the Special Assistance telephones sited in and around the terminal building. Luton Airport Express shuttle bus is wheelchair accessible.

Business facilities

Aviance Executive Lounge is located in the Departures area shopping mall. Free Internet Access, pay telephone and fax facilities is available. Television, newspapers, drinks and snacks are provided.

Baggage

The Left Luggage facility is next to Outsize Luggage in the Check-in area. £4 to £6.60 is charged per item per day. For lost items contact Airport Lost Property (tel:(0)158 239 5219). Trolleys are available.

Shops and restaurants

Eating & Drinking

Eateries and bars include Sbarro Pizza, Bewleys Express, Bar des Voyageurs, Shakespeare Pub, Ritazza Coffee, KFC, Burger King, Upper Crust, Mezza Cafe and Bar, Milles Cookies and Deli Sandwich Bar.

Shopping

Boots the chemist, Impulse Music, Dixons, Sock Shop, Tie Rack, The Body Shop, Sunglass Hut, Cotton Traders, Claire's Accessories, Gifts4All, Whistlestop and Tax and Duty Free shopping, a wide range of goods to choose from. .

Other services

Money

ATMs and Bureaux de Change is available and located in the departures and arrivals.

Religion
The Airport Chapel is located across the road from the main terminal. Everyone is welcome to visit and spend some quiet time.

More Services
Telephones are located throughout the airport. Postal facilities is next to International Currency Exchange near the main entrance. Babycare rooms and a play area for children is available.