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💳 PLANNING FROM THE US, CANADA OR AUSTRALIA?

Cash, Card, or Both?
Here's What You Actually Need.

Landing at a London airport and not sure if you need British pounds in your pocket? Here's exactly how payment works, so you're not caught out at arrivals.

✓ Card or Cash — Your Choice ✓ Book Online in Advance ✓ No Currency Exchange Required
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Payment Guide

How to Pay for Your Airport Transfer

Two ways to pay — pick whichever's easier for your trip.

CARD

Pay Online at Booking

Through PayPal
No cash needed
Accepts major US, Canadian and Australian cards. Your fare is charged once, in GBP, at the fixed price shown when you book — no need to find a currency exchange counter.
CASH

Pay Your Driver Direct

In British Pounds
Exact fixed price
Prefer not to pay ahead? Cash is accepted too — just the exact GBP fare confirmed at booking, no rounding up, no extra charge for paying this way.

See exact fixed prices for every airport, converted to USD, CAD and AUD, on our airport taxi price guide.

The Verdict You don't need to arrive with British pounds in hand. Book by card in advance and you'll need nothing at all when you land — or bring cash and pay the driver the exact fixed amount. Either way, the price is set before you fly.
Why It Works

Built for International Visitors

No currency exchange counters, no guessing what a driver will accept.

International Cards Accepted

Book through PayPal with a US, Canadian or Australian card — no UK bank account needed.

Price Fixed Before You Fly

Whether you pay by card or cash, the fare is locked in at booking — no surge, no on-the-day markup.

No Currency Exchange Needed

Skip the airport bureau de change — book by card ahead of time and land with nothing left to arrange.

Licensed, Insured Drivers

Every driver is TfL-licensed (PCO No. 008740101), whichever way you choose to pay.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Payment & Cash 8 questions
Do I need cash for a London airport taxi?

No. You can book and pay entirely by card online through PayPal before you fly. Cash is accepted too, if you'd rather pay your driver directly — either way works.

Can I pay by card for my Heathrow transfer?

Yes. Payment is taken online through PayPal at the time of booking, and accepts major US, Canadian and Australian cards.

Do I need to exchange currency before I land?

Not for your transfer. Book and pay by card in advance and you won't need any British pounds in hand for the ride from the airport.

Is there an ATM at the airport if I need cash?

Yes, all major London airports have ATMs and currency exchange counters in the arrivals hall if you'd like GBP cash on hand — but it's not required for your transfer.

Does Express Airport Cars charge extra for card payments?

No. The price you see at booking is the price you pay, whether by card or cash — no surcharge either way.

Can I pay in USD, CAD or AUD directly?

The fare is charged in GBP, and your card provider converts it automatically. If paying cash to the driver, it needs to be in British pounds.

What happens if I don't have GBP cash when I land?

That's not a problem — simply book and pay online by card ahead of time, and there's nothing left to pay when your driver meets you at arrivals.

Is it safe to pay cash to a private hire driver?

Yes — every driver is TfL-licensed and insured (PCO No. 008740101), and the amount is the exact fixed price agreed at booking, so there's nothing to negotiate on the day.

Know Exactly How You'll Pay, Before You Fly

Card or cash. Fixed price either way.

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