Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Luton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Luton

With a population of 193,669, Luton is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Luton to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Luton

If you’re looking for affordable options, Carriages (136 Tennyson Road) and Red Lion Luton (Castle Street) are great picks.

When to visit Luton

Luton in March
Estimated hotel price
$164
1 night at 3-star hotel
Luton in March
Estimated hotel price
$164
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Luton in July, when the average temperature is 16 °C, and the highest can go up to 21 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 0 °C, with an average temperature of 3 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 60 mm. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Luton, with an average rainfall of 30 mm.

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How to Get to Luton

Plane

When flying to Luton, you’ll arrive at London Luton Airport (LTN), which is located 2 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Luton from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 27h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Luton is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 29 miles from Luton. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and U-Save, among others, in London.

Plane

When flying to Luton, you’ll arrive at London Luton Airport (LTN), which is located 2 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Luton from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 27h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Luton is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 29 miles from Luton. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and U-Save, among others, in London.

Airports near Luton

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Airlines serving Luton

Lufthansa
Good (8,066 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,530 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,054 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,406 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,410 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,971 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,237 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,607 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,848 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (936 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,592 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,828 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,200 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,200 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,411 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (412 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,453 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,380 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,281 reviews)
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Where to stay in Luton

Average rates range from around $140 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $2,398 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Icon and City Hotel Luton. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Luton, with prices from $14 to $2,398 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Luton are about 1% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Luton

Most booked hotels in Luton

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Holiday Inn Express London - Luton Airport By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$186+
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Holiday Inn London - Luton Airport By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$173+
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Thistle Express Luton
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$108+
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ibis London Luton Airport
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$138+
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City Hotel Luton
2 stars
Good (6.3, Good reviews)
$83+
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OYO The Luton Hotel
3 stars
Good (6.2, Good reviews)
$100+
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Hiring a car in Luton

Expect to pay $3.64 per litre in Luton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $43.59 and $58.12. The most frequently booked car type in Luton is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 65% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.64 per litre in Luton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $43.59 and $58.12. The most frequently booked car type in Luton is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 65% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in Luton

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