Folkestone transfer guide
Folkestone's nearest small airport is Lydd, around 13–20 miles southwest, though it has very limited scheduled services. For a fuller flight schedule, London Gatwick (around 59–79 miles) is the most commonly used option. When arranging the journey, the most useful details are your exact pickup point, destination, date, time, passenger count and luggage needs. Giving those details clearly helps the booking process and reduces uncertainty on the day.
What to plan before travelling
- Confirm the exact pickup and destination.
- Allow sensible time for traffic, baggage and meeting points.
- Check passenger and luggage needs before selecting a vehicle.
- Use the related airport and station pages to plan onward travel.
Getting around Folkestone
The drive to Gatwick Airport from Folkestone typically takes around 1 hour 22 minutes via the M20 and M25. Folkestone is also home to the Eurotunnel terminal, so many transfers here connect the airport or station directly to the Channel Tunnel for cross-Channel travel.
Airport, station and hotel connections
UK journeys often involve more than one transport point. You may travel from an airport to a city centre, from a railway station to a hotel, or between towns and airports. The related pages on this site help you move between these journey stages.
Booking guidance
Use the online booking form for the exact route and available vehicle choices. If the journey involves multiple stops, unusual luggage, accessibility requirements or a tight connection, contact the team before travel so the requirements can be discussed.