Arriving at the airport and finding your way out of arrivals
After landing, follow the signs for passport control, baggage reclaim and the public arrivals area. Keep your travel documents ready, and check the screens or airport information desk if your luggage is delayed or you need assistance. Once you have collected your bags, look for signs to ground transport, car hire and the meeting points for pre-booked pickups.
If someone is collecting you, agree a clear meeting point before you fly. Mobile coverage can be busy inside the building, so send your arrival details in advance and keep the pickup instructions accessible offline. For passengers with reduced mobility, families with bulky luggage or late arrivals, confirming assistance and meeting arrangements ahead of time can make the exit more straightforward.
Getting into town
A private transfer takes you directly to your Brighton address, which is useful when you have heavy bags, are travelling as a group or want a door-to-door journey. Confirm the pickup location, passenger details and luggage requirements before departure, then follow the agreed instructions after leaving arrivals.
A taxi offers a flexible road journey from the official rank. Ask about the destination and payment arrangements before setting off, particularly if you are travelling outside normal daytime hours. Public transport is often a practical choice for lighter luggage. Follow airport signs to the rail and coach connections, check the latest departures before travelling and allow time to change services if needed.
Hire cars suit visitors planning to explore Sussex beyond Brighton. Compare fuel, insurance, excess and collection arrangements carefully, then check the driving route before leaving. Brighton has busy streets and limited parking in some areas, so confirm where you can leave the car at your accommodation.
Popular transfers from the airport
Pre-booked transfers are commonly arranged for Brighton, Central London, St Pancras, Canary Wharf, Kensington, Haywards Heath, Preston, Hanover, Regency, Tottenham and Soho, London. Stratford and Stratford, London also appear among requested destinations. Give the booking form your exact address, flight details and luggage information so the driver can plan the collection correctly.
Flying home
For the return journey, leave Brighton with a generous buffer for traffic, roadworks, public transport changes and airport queues. Check your airline and the airport for current check-in guidance, baggage rules and departure information before setting out. A private pickup can reduce changes, while public transport may work well if you are travelling light and have checked the latest service information. Keep your passport, booking details and essential medicines in your hand luggage.