Choosing the right vehicle for an airport transfer depends on the number of passengers travelling and the total amount of luggage you plan to bring. While passenger numbers are simple to calculate, airport luggage often requires significantly more vehicle space than people expect, particularly for family holidays, sporting trips, or long journeys abroad. Choosing a suitable car before you travel helps ensure that everyone sits comfortably, with all bags safely stowed away in the boot rather than occupying passenger seating or footwells.
Saloon cars for smaller parties
A standard saloon is well suited to solo passengers, couples, or small groups travelling with a modest amount of baggage. Saloons and estates carry up to 4 passengers. For an early morning departure or a quick flight connection, a saloon provides a smooth, quiet, and comfortable journey.
Boot space in a standard saloon easily holds day-to-day baggage, but suitcases quickly fill up the available room. When several travellers each bring a large suitcase alongside hand luggage, laptop bags, or coats, a saloon boot may reach its limit. We ask passengers to tell us about their bags when booking so we can confirm whether a saloon will accommodate everything comfortably. If you are travelling towards London Gatwick, you can check our guide fares on our Brighton to Gatwick Airport taxi page to help plan your journey.
Estate cars for extra luggage depth
The extended roofline and deeper rear area allow cases to be placed side by side or stacked safely below the level of the rear window.
Estates are a sensible choice for small families or passengers who are taking extended holidays and travelling with bulkier bags. They are also helpful if you are transporting awkward items such as folding buggies or sporting gear. Because luggage shapes and dimensions vary considerably, do let us know how much luggage you have when booking your airport transfers brighton. This helps our team make certain that all your luggage sits safely behind the passenger seats.
Multi-seater vehicles for larger groups
If you are travelling as a larger party or heading out on an extended family holiday, booking a multi-seater vehicle prevents overcrowding. 6-seater and 7–8 seater vehicles are available for larger groups.
Selecting a multi-seater keeps your whole group together in a single vehicle, which simplifies arrival times at the terminal and avoids coordinating multiple cars. It also means you do not have to squeeze coats or carry-on rucksacks between passengers on the back seats. If you are heading towards London Heathrow, you can view our Brighton to Heathrow Airport taxi page for vehicle options and journey details.
Accessible travel and specialist vehicles
For passengers who need extra assistance or use mobility aids, specialist vehicles ensure a safe and smooth journey to the airport. Wheelchair-accessible vehicles are available. Our wheelchair-accessible vehicles have ramps, securing systems and companion seating.
Choosing a vehicle configured specifically for wheelchair access ensures that passengers can board securely and travel without transferring out of their chair if they prefer not to. There is also ample room remaining for accompanying family members and luggage. To review the features of our fleet or arrange accessible transport, visit our wheelchair accessible taxi brighton page.
Practical checklist before you make a reservation
To help us provide the right vehicle for your journey, take a few moments to review your travel party and your baggage before you book. Here are practical points to keep in mind:
- Count every passenger carefully, including babies and children, so that your booking complies with council licensing rules.
- Take note of all the bags and items you plan to bring, and tell us how much luggage you have when booking.
- Account for hand luggage, coats, and duty-free bags that might take up foot room if the boot is fully occupied.
- Consider personal comfort over motorway journeys, especially when adults share rear seats for longer stretches of travel.
- Tell us in advance if any passenger requires ramp access, extra legroom, or assistance boarding the vehicle.
Checking guide prices and securing your vehicle
Selecting the correct vehicle category ensures your transfer runs without delay on the day of travel.
Guide prices, Brighton to Gatwick Airport. The prices below are guide prices and may vary depending on your pickup address, destination, date, time and journey requirements. Please contact us to confirm your fare before booking. All prices shown are one-way.
- Saloon (up to 4 passengers): £80
- Estate: £85
- 6-seater: £115
- 7–8 seater: £150
More about Brighton to Gatwick Airport
The prices below are guide prices and may vary depending on your pickup address, destination, date, time and journey requirements. Please contact us to confirm your fare before booking. All prices shown are one-way. For a return trip, please call for a quote. Guide prices include the airport drop-off charge.
Western Cars Brighton is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Drivers are DBS-checked and licensed by Brighton & Hove City Council.
