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Luton Airport - What You Need to Know about London Luton Airport

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Luton has become the base for many of the low-cost airlines that connect the UK with Europe and the rest of the world. easyJet, Ryanair, Wizz Air, Monarch Scheduled, Aer Arann and Silverjet, all have scheduled flights. Thomsonfly, First Choice, Thomas Cook and Monarch also use Luton as a charter base. Among the 85 destinations served is New York through Newark Airport.
Essential Information:
  • Luton Website
  • Distance to nearest major city center - 32 miles to London's West End
  • Handiest for - London, North of London, Milton Keynes
  • Airport Map
Transportation options:
  • Althouth there is no direct rail, shuttle services from Luton Airport Parkway Station and bus services from Milton Keynes Train Station are the rail connections.
  • Coach services - These are the best from London and include:
  • Car Rental - All the usual suspects have offices at the airport. Full list at the London Luton Website
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Shopping and Dining:
The selection of shops and restaurants is limited and includes typical airport gift shops and convenience stores.
Special Features:
All travel arrangements, from local transportation and car rentals to national rail journeys, can be arranged at a the Onward Travel Center in the terminal.
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