Airport Transfer vs Driving and Parking Which is Better?

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When planning your journey from Milton Keynes to the airport, one of the first decisions you face is whether to drive and park or book a transfer. Both have their pros and cons, but when you look closer, the benefits of a pre-booked taxi with A2B Airport Transfers often outweigh the hassle and hidden costs of driving yourself.

Driving and Parking at the Airport

Driving to the airport gives you flexibility, but parking fees can be surprisingly high.

Cost: Long-stay car parks at Heathrow, Luton, and Gatwick can cost £80–£150 for just one week.
Time: You still need to take a shuttle from the car park to the terminal, adding more stress to your journey.
Hassle: Fighting through traffic, finding a parking space, and carrying luggage across car parks is never a relaxing start to a holiday.

A pre-booked transfer offers peace of mind and convenience.

You know the cost upfront, with fares clearly set.

Your driver monitors your flight to ensure a timely pick-up.

If your flight is delayed, you are not charged extra.

No car parks, no shuttles, no stress — you go straight to your terminal.

Bring your own car seats, which we store and re-fit for your return journey.

Airport Transfers with A2B

How Does a Taxi Compare to Other Options?

For a family heading on holiday, the price of airport parking plus fuel often ends up higher than booking a fixed-fare taxi. Add the value of convenience, door-to-door service, and no waiting around, and airport transfers clearly come out on top.

If you value convenience, reliability, and cost certainty, airport transfers win every time. Driving may give you control, but the stress of parking and the extra costs mean it rarely works out cheaper or easier.