A fixed-fare taxi from Leicester starts at £45 for the short run to East Midlands Airport in a Standard Saloon. At the other end of the range, an Executive MPV to Gatwick is £385. The seven airports are not priced on a simple miles-per-pound formula, so the fare table below is the quickest way to see where your journey sits.
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These are Transito’s current published starting fares from Leicester city centre. Your exact price can vary by pickup postcode and the vehicle you choose.
| Airport | Approx. distance from Leicester | Standard Saloon from |
| East Midlands Airport (EMA) | ~20 miles | £48 |
| Birmingham Airport (BHX) | ~42 miles | £75 |
| London Luton Airport (LTN) | 69–75 miles | £125 |
| Manchester Airport (MAN) | 98–105 miles | £170 |
| London Heathrow Airport (LHR) | ~102 miles | £172 |
| London Stansted Airport (STN) | 115–125 miles | £170 |
| London Gatwick Airport (LGW) | 145–155 miles | £215 |
Current Transito fares by airport
East Midlands Airport (EMA)
Around 20 miles from Leicester; typically via the M1 to Junction 23A. See the full East Midlands Airport taxi guide for journey times, terminal info and FAQs.
| Vehicle | Published starting fare |
| Standard Saloon | £48 |
| Executive Saloon | £85 |
| Standard MPV | £65 |
| Executive MPV | £90 |
Birmingham Airport (BHX)
Around 42 miles from Leicester. See the full Birmingham Airport taxi guide for journey times, terminal info and FAQs.
| Vehicle | Published starting fare |
| Standard Saloon | £75 |
| Executive Saloon | £115 |
| Standard MPV | £95 |
| Executive MPV | £195 |
London Luton Airport (LTN)
Around 69–75 miles from Leicester; the published route is via the M1 southbound. See the full London Luton Airport taxi guide for journey times, terminal info and FAQs.
| Vehicle | Published starting fare |
| Standard Saloon | £125 |
| Executive Saloon | £165 |
| Standard MPV | £155 |
| Executive MPV | £215 |
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Around 98–105 miles from Leicester. See the full Manchester Airport taxi guide for journey times, terminal info and FAQs.
| Vehicle | Published starting fare |
| Standard Saloon | £170 |
| Executive Saloon | £230 |
| Standard MPV | £225 |
| Executive MPV | £340 |
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Around 102 miles from Leicester; via the M1 and M25. See the full London Heathrow Airport taxi guide for journey times, terminal info and FAQs.
| Vehicle | Published starting fare |
| Standard Saloon | £172 |
| Executive Saloon | £230 |
| Standard MPV | £225 |
| Executive MPV | £340 |
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Around 115–125 miles from Leicester. See the full London Stansted Airport taxi guide for journey times, terminal info and FAQs.
| Vehicle | Published starting fare |
| Standard Saloon | £170 |
| Executive Saloon | £230 |
| Standard MPV | £220 |
| Executive MPV | £340 |
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Around 145–155 miles from Leicester. See the full London Gatwick Airport taxi guide for journey times, terminal info and FAQs.
| Vehicle | Published starting fare |
| Standard Saloon | £215 |
| Executive Saloon | £260 |
| Standard MPV | £270 |
| Executive MPV | £395 |
Prices shown are starting fares from Leicester city centre. Your exact postcode may produce a different quote. The vehicle selected also affects the fare. Use the quote tool for the price for your own address and journey details.
Why don’t the prices simply follow the distance?
Distance is the biggest obvious difference between the routes, but the published fares do not work as a strict per-mile calculation. The airport, route, vehicle category and your pickup postcode all matter.
That is why several longer journeys can share the same Standard Saloon starting fare, while different vehicle categories on the same route can be priced quite differently.
The practical answer is simple: use the published figures above as a guide, then enter your own postcode in the quote tool for the fare that applies to your journey.
What actually changes your fare?
- Pickup postcode — the published starting prices are based on Leicester city-centre examples; journeys elsewhere in Leicestershire can vary.
- Vehicle — Standard Saloon, Executive Saloon, Standard MPV and Executive MPV have different starting fares.
- Airport and route — the seven airports are different distances and have different route characteristics.
- Journey details — the quote tool uses your actual pickup, destination and journey details to produce the applicable price.
Traffic can affect journey time, but a fixed fare is agreed before travel where that fare is offered. Do not confuse the fare with the time required to complete the journey.
Which airport is cheapest from Leicester?
East Midlands Airport is the lowest published starting fare in this guide at £45 for a Standard Saloon. Birmingham follows at £75, then Luton at £125. Manchester, Heathrow and Stansted all start at £170, while Gatwick starts at £210.
Those are starting fares, not a promise that every postcode or vehicle will receive the same price. If you already know your pickup postcode, the quickest next step is to get the exact quote.
Is an airport taxi worth it compared with the train or driving?
There is no single best option for every traveller. A train can make sense for a solo traveller with light luggage and a flexible schedule. Driving yourself can make sense if you want to keep your car at the destination. A pre-booked private transfer is most useful when you want a direct journey from your address and want the fare agreed before you travel.
| Option | Best suited to | Main trade-off |
| Train | Solo travellers, light luggage, flexible times | Connections and station-to-airport transfers may be required |
| Drive yourself | Travellers who want their own car at the destination | Fuel, parking and the return drive |
| Transito | Travellers who want a direct pre-booked airport transfer | Requires booking in advance |
The important comparison is not simply the headline taxi price. Consider the whole journey: getting to the station, carrying luggage, parking, transfers, and what you need to do when you return.
A quick look at all seven routes
East Midlands is the shortest and lowest-priced route in the current Transito list. Birmingham is the next closest major airport. Luton sits in the middle of the list. Manchester, Heathrow and Stansted are longer journeys but share the same £170 Standard Saloon starting fare. Gatwick is the longest route in this guide and starts at £210.
If you are comparing airports as well as transport options, the fare should be considered alongside flight availability, travel time and the practicalities of reaching each airport.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an airport taxi from Leicester cost in 2026?
Transito’s published Standard Saloon starting fares range from £48 to £215 across the seven airports in this guide. The lowest is East Midlands Airport at £48; the highest is Gatwick at £215. Your exact quote can vary by pickup postcode and vehicle.
What is the cheapest airport taxi from Leicester?
East Midlands Airport has the lowest published starting fare in this guide: £48 for a Standard Saloon.
How much is a Leicester to Birmingham Airport taxi?
Published starting fares are £75 for a Standard Saloon, £115 for an Executive Saloon, £95 for a Standard MPV and £195 for an Executive MPV.
How much is a Leicester to Luton Airport taxi?
Published starting fares are £125 for a Standard Saloon, £165 for an Executive Saloon, £155 for a Standard MPV and £215 for an Executive MPV.
Why can a longer airport journey have the same starting fare as a shorter one?
Transito’s fares are not calculated as a simple per-mile rate. Airport, route, vehicle category and pickup postcode all affect the quoted fare, so different routes can share the same starting price.
Get Your Exact Airport Taxi Fare
The prices in this guide are useful for comparing the seven routes. Your actual fare depends on the pickup postcode and vehicle you select.
If you know where you are leaving from, there is no need to estimate. Enter your journey details in the quote tool and see the fare for your own trip.