Fixed prices for every London airport. No surge, no surprises.
A pre-booked fixed-price taxi from a London airport to central London typically costs £55-85 depending on the airport, compared to £100-150+ for Uber during surge periods, or £120-150+ for airport rank taxis.
| Airport | Fixed Price | USD | CAD | AUD | Journey Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| London City | £55 | $69 | $87 | $110 | 25-35 min |
| Heathrow | £60 | $75 | $95 | $120 | 45-70 min |
| Luton | £65 | $82 | $103 | $130 | 60-90 min |
| Gatwick | £70 | $88 | $110 | $140 | 55-80 min |
| Stansted | £75 | $94 | $118 | $150 | 60-90 min |
| Southend | £85 | $106 | $135 | $170 | 60-90 min |
Airport rank taxis and Uber use variable pricing that changes based on time, demand and traffic. A fixed-price service like Express Airport Cars locks in your fare at booking — the price never changes, regardless of delays or peak hours.
Saloon (1-3 passengers): Base price
Estate (extra luggage): +10%
Executive (premium vehicle): +25%
MPV/Minivan (5-8 passengers): +40%
Southend and Stansted are furthest from central London and cost more. London City is closest and cheapest.
If your journey passes through Central London during charging hours (Mon-Fri 7am-6pm, Sat-Sun 12pm-6pm), a £9 congestion charge per leg applies — clearly stated at booking, never hidden.
| Service | Typical Price (Heathrow) | Reliability |
|---|---|---|
| Airport rank taxi | £120-150 | Metered, unpredictable |
| Uber (surge periods) | £100-150 | Variable, driver may cancel |
| Uber (normal rate) | £55-70 | Comparable to fixed price, but not guaranteed |
| Express fixed-price | £60 | Guaranteed, locked at booking |
The real advantage of fixed-price isn't always being cheaper — Uber's normal rate can be similar. The advantage is certainty: no surge risk, no cancelled driver, no meter running in traffic.
If you're booking from abroad, here's what London airport transfers typically cost in your currency:
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Fixed prices are locked in at booking — no risk of last-minute surge.
Don't overpay for an MPV if a Saloon fits your group and luggage.
Metered fares from Heathrow rank taxis are consistently the most expensive option.
The real savings show up specifically when Uber is surging — early mornings, late nights, weekends, bad weather.
Fixed price. Any London airport. No surprises.
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