Flying in or out of London? If you are, then I hope you’ll find this guest post about London airports helpful.

Travelling to and from London has never been easier, with the city being served by five major airports nowadays. Whether you’re flying into our capital or heading abroad from one of its airports, London airport hotels from Travelodge give you added convenience and peace of mind, making sure that your trip is as stress-free as possible.
If you’re flying into the city, either for business or for pleasure, staying at one of the local airport hotels will place you within easy access of your flight home as well as just a short distance from the city centre and thus, all the major attractions. Staying at the airport hotel rather than locally will also provide you with an excellent value alternative to the city centre.

Is this summer the time for you to jetset abroad to appreciate the sun, sea and sand? Staying at an airport hotel the night before your flight helps to break up your journey and ensure you feel refreshed – just what you need prior to a long haul flight.

The five major airports that connect London to the rest of the world are the big guns, Gatwick and Heathrow, as well as Stansted, Luton and London City. While a lot of the choice is made for you when you book your package holiday, when you’re flying into the city, the ball falls in your court. Which one’s best for your requirements? Here’s a quick lowdown of where they all are, and what they have to offer.

Gatwick

Located almost 30 miles south of Central London, Gatwick airport is accessible via train from Victoria train station, with the Gatwick Express being a popular, speedy transport link. While it is the second busiest airport in the UK, it isn’t the most conveniently situated one if you’re hoping to visit London during your stay.
As holidaymakers, those living in the south of England, such as Hampshire and West Sussex, tend to use Gatwick for international flights to Europe and beyond.

Heathrow

Situated in Hillingdon, in West London, Heathrow is the busiest airport in the UK and with its five terminals and two parallel runways connects London to hundreds of destinations all over the world, including several cities in the USA, Europe, Australia and Asia.
You can reach Heathrow from London via the Piccadilly line of the Tube as well as express trains, making it an ideal place to stay if you want to head into London as well as seeing the outskirts, particularly theme parks in the area.

Luton

This airport can be found 35 miles from central London on the outskirts of its namesake. The majority of its routes connect passengers to Europe, although some flights head to North Africa and Asia.

Stansted

Thirty miles north east of London, Stansted is a base for many of the low-cost carriers, including budget provider, Ryanair. In 2012, it was the fourth busiest airport in the UK and links the city with a plethora of European destinations, including the Canaries, Balearics and the mainland.

London City

While this airport is predominantly used by businesspeople (due to its vicinity to Canary Wharf), more holidaymakers are choosing to head to this quieter airport rather than choosing one of the busier ones. Located in the Docklands, its airport hotel would be ideal if you’re planning a visit to the city because it’s only 7miles away from the centre.
When you’re looking at somewhere to stay, don’t rule out the reasonably priced airport hotels. You’ll be surprised at how affordable, and convenient, they can be.