What is the closest airport to Bicester Village?

London Oxford Airport is closest by distance at around 10 miles, but it is a small regional airport with very few scheduled flights. In practice, the closest major airport is Luton at around 47 miles, and Heathrow at around 53 miles is the international gateway most overseas visitors to Bicester Village fly into. Full comparison below.

Airports near Bicester Village

London Oxford (OXF)
~10 miles · ~20 min

Closest by distance, but a regional airport with very limited scheduled flights. Not an international gateway.

Luton (LTN)
~47 miles · ~60 min

Closest major airport for European budget flights. Wizz Air, easyJet, Ryanair.

Heathrow (LHR)
~53 miles · ~70 min

Main international gateway and the airport most overseas visitors to Bicester Village arrive through.

Birmingham (BHX)
~53 miles · ~70 min

Similar distance to Heathrow, useful from the Midlands and for some long-haul.

Gatwick (LGW)
~89 miles · ~110 min

Long-haul leisure and charter, further south.

Distances are driving distances by road via the M40 corridor. Last verified: 2026-06-21.

Frequently asked questions

What is the closest airport to Bicester Village? +
London Oxford Airport is the closest by distance at around 10 miles, but it is a small regional airport with very limited scheduled flights. The closest major airport is London Luton at around 47 miles, while London Heathrow at around 53 miles is the international gateway most overseas visitors to Bicester Village arrive through.
Which airport do most Bicester Village visitors fly into? +
Most international visitors arrive at London Heathrow, around 53 miles from Bicester Village, as it has the widest choice of long-haul and full-service airlines. From Heathrow, a direct taxi to Bicester Village takes around 70 minutes.
How far is Heathrow from Bicester Village? +
Heathrow is approximately 53 miles from Bicester Village, around 70 minutes by taxi via the M40. It is the most popular arrival airport for visitors heading to Bicester Village for shopping.
Is there a direct train from the airport to Bicester Village? +
There is no direct train from any London airport to Bicester Village. Rail journeys involve travelling into London first and then back out to Bicester Village station, which is slow with luggage and shopping bags. A direct taxi is far more practical, especially on the return with purchases.
How much is a taxi from Heathrow to Bicester Village? +
A fixed-price estate taxi from Heathrow to Bicester Village starts from around £80, covering approximately 53 miles in around 70 minutes via the M40. The fare is fixed and includes the airport drop-off or pick-up charge, with no meter and no surprises.
Can I get a taxi from Bicester Village back to the airport with my shopping? +
Yes. Our estate cars take up to 4 passengers with 2 large cases plus shopping bags, which suits a Bicester Village trip well. Book your return in advance and your driver meets you at an agreed point so you are not searching for a cab with full bags.

Taxi to and from Bicester Village

Fixed-price transfers between Bicester Village and Heathrow, Luton, Birmingham or Gatwick. Room for shopping bags as well as luggage, with the airport charge already included in the fare.