Saloon Car (1–4 People)
Best for:
Solo travellers
Couples
✔ Budget-friendly
✔ Suitable for light luggage
2 Carry-on bags + 2 medium cases
Estate Car (1–4 People + Extra Luggage)
Best for:
Small families
Extra luggage
✔ Larger boot space
3 Carry-on bags + 3 medium cases
4 Seat Minivan (1–4 People + Extra Luggage)
Best for:
Families travelling to the airport
✔ One of the most popular airport vehicles
✔ Ideal for lots of luggage
6 Carry-on bags + 6 medium cases
Choose the Right Vehicle for Your Journey
Choosing the correct taxi or minibus is essential for a comfortable and stress-free airport transfer.
This guide helps you quickly select the right vehicle based on your group size and luggage.
Important Things to Know
Every Passenger Needs a Seat
Each passenger must have their own seat, including children and babies.
UK Vehicles Are Smaller
Vehicles in the UK are often smaller than in countries like the USA or Australia, so always allow enough space for luggage.
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6 Seat Minivan (1–6 People)
Best for:
Groups without cases
⚠️ No luggage space when all seats are full
6 Seat Minibus (1–6 People + Extra Luggage)
Best for:
Groups with luggage
✔ Extra legroom
✔ Large boot capacity
8 Seat Minibus (1–8 People)
Best for:
Larger groups without cases
✔ Extra legroom
4 Carry-on bags + 4 medium cases
⚠️ Limited luggage space when all seats are full
8 Seat Minibus (1–8 People + Extra Luggage)
Best for:
Larger groups with cases
✔ Extra legroom
✔ The most popular airport vehicle
✔ Ideal for lots of luggage
8 Carry-on bags + 8 large cases
16 Seat Bus (1–16 People)
Best for:
Larger groups without cases
✔ Extra legroom
16 Carry-on bags only
⚠️ Limited luggage space when all seats are full
12 Seat Bus (1–12 People + Extra Luggage)
Larger groups with cases
✔ Extra legroom
✔ Ideal for lots of luggage
12 Carry-on bags + 12 medium cases
How to Choose the Right Taxi
To select the correct vehicle, consider:
Number of passengers
Amount of luggage
Comfort requirements
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