Airport Tips & Quick Reference Guide to London Luton Airport (LTN)

Luton Airport Services

Information compiled by David Enrich, aviation and airport guide expert since 1999.

London Luton Airport (LTN) – Services, Shops & Restaurants

London Luton Airport (LTN) offers a wide range of services designed to improve the passenger experience, including dining, shopping, family facilities and essential travel services. Despite being a compact airport, LTN provides all key amenities for both short and long journeys.

Passenger Tip: Luton Airport can get very busy at peak times, so plan extra time for food, shopping and security.

Airport Services & Facilities

  • Free Wi-Fi: Available throughout the terminal
  • ATMs & Currency Exchange: Located in Departures and Arrivals
  • Charging Stations: Available near gates and seating areas
  • Baby Care Rooms: Equipped with changing tables
  • Family Facilities: Family-friendly restrooms and seating areas
  • Smoking Areas: Located outside the terminal (no indoor smoking)
  • Medical Services: First aid assistance available
  • Lost & Found: Available via airport customer service
  • Special Assistance (PRM): Full accessibility services

Passenger Tip: Smoking is only allowed outside the terminal. Plan accordingly before security.

Shopping at Luton Airport

The airport offers a variety of shops across different categories, mainly located in the Departures area after security.

  • Duty Free: World Duty Free (perfumes, alcohol, cosmetics)
  • Fashion & Accessories: Accessorize, sunglasses stores
  • Convenience & Travel: WHSmith, Boots
  • Electronics: InMotion (gadgets, headphones)
  • Souvenirs: UK-themed gifts and travel items

Shopping Overview

Category Examples Location Best For
Duty Free World Duty Free After security Luxury shopping
Convenience WHSmith, Boots All areas Travel essentials
Electronics InMotion Departures Gadgets
Fashion Accessorize Departures Accessories

Restaurants, Cafés & Bars

Luton Airport has a good selection of restaurants and cafes, mostly located after security. Options range from fast food to sit-down dining.

  • Fast Food: McDonald’s, Burger King
  • Cafés: Starbucks, Costa Coffee
  • Restaurants: Frankie & Benny’s, The Smithfield Pub
  • Grab & Go: Pret A Manger

Passenger Tip: Restaurants after security are usually crowded. Eat before peak lunch/dinner hours.

Top Rated Restaurants at LTN

Restaurant Type Location Rating
Pret A Manger Healthy / Grab & Go Departures 4.4 / 5
Starbucks Coffee Departures 4.3 / 5
Frankie & Benny’s Italian-American Departures 4.2 / 5
The Smithfield Pub British Pub Departures 4.1 / 5

Dining Options Overview

Type Examples Opening Hours Best For
Coffee Shops Starbucks, Costa 04:00 – 22:00 Quick stop
Restaurants Frankie & Benny’s 06:00 – 21:00 Full meals
Fast Food McDonald’s 24h (some) Budget meals
Grab & Go Pret A Manger Early morning – evening Fast healthy food

Additional Services

  • Duty Free shopping area
  • Currency exchange offices
  • Pet relief areas
  • Information desks
  • Accessible facilities throughout the airport

Passenger Tip: The main shopping and dining area is after security. Plan your time accordingly.

Lounges

Aspire Lounge: Main Terminal within security. Daily from 04:00 am to 10:00 pm. Services: Wi-Fi, snacks, drinks, TV, telephones, newspapers, magazines, AC, conference rooms, showers, spa. 

Clubrooms:Services: food, snacks, drinks, Wi-Fi, TV, newspapers and magazines, among others. 

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