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East Midlands Airport Transportation

Private airport transportation from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Nottingham, Derby, Leicester, Loughborough and Donington Park, booked before you land.

  • Private, never shared
  • Priced per vehicle
  • Flight monitored
  • Free cancellation up to 24 h before pickup
Passengers
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Our services

From private sedans to group vans. One fixed price per vehicle, whatever your party size.

Private Sedan

1 to 4 passengers

Private, non-stop transfer. All taxes included.

Price for your route Exact price

Luxury SUV

Up to 6 passengers

Comfortable VIP SUV with premium features.

Price for your route Exact price

Private Van

Up to 8 passengers

Ideal for families and groups with luggage.

Price for your route Exact price

Group Van

Up to 16 passengers

Our largest vehicle. Room for up to 16 passengers and their luggage.

Price for your route Exact price

Airport Transportation in East Midlands

Pre-booked private transportation takes you directly from East Midlands Airport to your hotel, resort or vacation rental.

After immigration, baggage claim and customs, continue outside the terminal to the meeting area named in your confirmation. Your vehicle is reserved only for the passengers on your reservation: unlike a shared shuttle, it makes no extra hotel stops for other travelers, and the price is per vehicle, not per person.

Our airport transportation from East Midlands Airport, also known as Nottingham Airport, takes you to hotels and homes in Nottingham, Derby and Leicester, to Loughborough and its university, to Donington Park and Castle Donington, and to East Midlands Parkway station.

East Midlands Airport Transfers

East Midlands airport transfers start in the arrivals hall of the single terminal, where your driver waits with a name sign after baggage claim and customs. We track your flight, so the pickup follows your real landing time, and the price for the whole vehicle is agreed before you fly, from a sedan for two to a van for a family or group with luggage.

Each East Midlands airport transfer goes door to door to your hotel, home or vacation rental in Nottingham, Derby, Leicester or Loughborough, or to the circuit at Donington Park. Going on to the Peak District, Birmingham or Sheffield? Enter your address in the booking form to see whether a transfer is offered; if it is not, contact us before you fly.

East Midlands Airport Shuttle

Our East Midlands airport shuttle is a private van for your party only, not a bus that stops all along the way into Nottingham, Derby or Leicester. It leaves as soon as you have your bags, with room for holiday suitcases, strollers and golf clubs, and suits families and groups coming home from a vacation.

Landing at East Midlands Airport

East Midlands Airport (EMA) is at Castle Donington in north-west Leicestershire, beside the M1, and Manchester Airports Group runs it. All passenger flights use one terminal, with the coach station for the Skylink buses next to it.

International arrivals clear UK passport control first, where many visitors can use the eGates; flights from Ireland and Belfast are within the Common Travel Area. After baggage claim you pass through the green or red customs channel into the arrivals hall, where pre-booked drivers meet passengers.

The UK is on GMT in winter and BST (GMT+1) in summer, and it uses pounds sterling.

Terminal, immigration and customs details for East Midlands Airport →
Local notes

Entry to the UK

Unless you hold a British or Irish passport or a UK visa, you need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before you travel; that includes EU and US citizens. Apply online well ahead.

Nottingham Airport

Many people call East Midlands Airport Nottingham Airport. Airline flights to Nottingham land at East Midlands (EMA), not at the small airfield at Tollerton, so check the code on your ticket.

Drop-off charges

East Midlands charges cars that drop off outside the terminal, so your driver parks in the Short Stay parking lot and meets you in the arrivals hall.

Donington Park events

The circuit next to the airport hosts races and the Download Festival in June, when the roads around the airport get busy, so give us your exact address and event details.

Before you fly to East Midlands

UK ETAMost visa-exempt visitors, including EU and US citizens, need an Electronic Travel Authorisation before flying to the UK.
One terminalAll flights use one terminal, so every passenger exits into the same arrivals hall.
Official private hireArrow Cars is the airport's official private hire company, with its desk in the arrivals hall; check any other offer against your confirmation.
Pounds sterlingThe UK uses pounds sterling, and cash machines in the terminal also dispense euros and US dollars.
UK timeThe UK is on GMT in winter and BST (GMT+1) in summer.

How East Midlands Airport pickup works

  1. 1

    Clear arrivals

    Immigration, baggage claim, then customs. Representatives can't enter those areas.

  2. 2

    Meet your representative

    At the meeting point in your confirmation. Check the company name before getting in.

  3. 3

    Go straight there

    No other stops, no other passengers.

At EMA

Meet in the arrivals hall

East Midlands has one terminal, and pre-booked drivers usually meet passengers in its arrivals hall after baggage claim and customs, holding a name sign.

At EMA

Short Stay pickups

Cars collecting passengers park in the Short Stay parking lot, a short walk from the terminal; the Rapid Drop-Off lane outside the terminal is for drop-offs, not waiting.

Don't accept a ride from someone claiming to know your booking. Check the company name and reservation details before getting in.

Return trips and flight changes

One-way arrival EMA → Hotel From the airport to your hotel, resort or rental.
One-way departure Hotel → EMA From where you're staying back to East Midlands Airport.
Round trip EMA ⇄ Hotel Both journeys on one reservation. Give both flights, the return pickup address and the passengers for each. Staying at more than one hotel? Give the full itinerary.

Going back to the airport

Transportation can also be booked from your hotel, resort or vacation rental to East Midlands Airport. Your pickup time covers the drive plus check-in, security and border procedures, and your airline's instructions come first. Give the correct departure time and terminal when you book.

2 hbefore a domestic flight3 hbefore an international flight

If your flight changes

We monitor the arrival of the flight on your reservation, but can't find you on a different one. If any of these change, update them in Manage your booking:

Flight numberArrival dateAirlineMissed connectionCanceled flightArrival airportYou decide not to travelLong delay after customs

What's included

Included

  • A private vehicle for your party
  • Transportation between the confirmed locations
  • Direct service, no shared hotel stops
  • Airport meeting instructions
  • Flight-arrival monitoring
  • A professional driver
  • An air-conditioned vehicle
  • Room for your party and standard luggage
  • Customer-service support

Confirmed separately

  • Child seats
  • Additional stops
  • Extra waiting time
  • Oversized luggage or equipment
  • Special requests
LuggageAbout one checked suitcase and one carry-on each; the right vehicle depends on the total volume. Tell us about golf clubs, surfboards, bikes, strollers or extra bags.
Child seatsRequest them when booking, with the child's age and size. Availability and any fee are confirmed on your reservation.
AccessibilityGive the wheelchair's size, weight and whether it folds, so a suitable vehicle is assigned.
PetsAsk for authorization before booking and tell us about the animal and its carrier.

Airport Transportation happy customers

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“Absolutely fantastic service! My driver was early, courteous, and the car was immaculate.”
Sarah L.March 2026
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“Booking was simple and the price was clear. No surprises at the airport. Highly recommended.”
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Groups and events

Traveling with a large group, planning a destination wedding, or organizing transportation for a corporate retreat or conference? We offer larger vehicles and multi-vehicle coordination for groups of any size, including multiple pickup points and scheduled transfers timed around your event. Contact us with your group size and itinerary and we'll put together transportation that keeps everyone moving together.

  • Destination weddings
  • Conferences
  • Corporate retreats
  • Sports teams
  • Multi-vehicle arrivals
Request group transport

Booking, changes and cancellations

24 hFree cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup, with a full refund. Later cancellations aren't refundable.
ChangesContact us to change the flight, hotel or pickup time. Deadlines are in the reservation policies.
No-showsWaiting time, no-shows and extra stops follow the reservation policies you accept at checkout.

Book your transfer online in a few minutes using the form above. If your plans change, contact us as soon as possible to modify your pickup details or cancel your reservation, response times and any applicable fees depend on how close to your pickup date the change is requested.

Read the reservation policies →

East Midlands Airport Transportation FAQs

Where will my driver meet me at East Midlands Airport?

In the arrivals hall of the single terminal, holding a sign with your name, after baggage claim and customs.

How far is East Midlands Airport from Nottingham, Derby and Leicester?

The airport is at Castle Donington, about 14 miles (23 km) from Nottingham, 12.5 miles (20 km) from Derby and 20 miles (32 km) from Leicester. Loughborough is about 10 miles (16 km) away.

Can you take me to Nottingham city center?

Yes. We drive to hotels, apartments and homes across Nottingham, including the city center, the Lace Market and the University of Nottingham campuses.

Can you take me to Derby or Leicester?

Yes. We drive door to door to hotels and homes in Derby and Leicester and the towns around them.

Can you take me to Loughborough University?

Yes. We drive to Loughborough town center and to the university campus, including halls of residence. Give the full address and building when you book.

Can you take me to Donington Park?

Yes. Donington Park is right next to the airport. During races and the Download Festival, give us the exact gate, campsite or hotel address so the driver can reach the right entrance.

Can you take me to the Peak District, Birmingham or Sheffield?

Enter the address in the booking form to see whether a transfer is offered for that route. If it is not, contact us before you fly.

How many terminals does East Midlands Airport have?

One. Every airline uses the same terminal, so all arriving passengers exit into the same arrivals hall.

Do you drive to vacation rentals and private homes?

Yes. Give the full street address, postcode and any access details, such as a gate code or a farm track, so the driver can find the door.

Do you pick up from late-night and early-morning flights?

Yes. Add your flight number when you book; your driver is booked for your landing time, however early or late.

Should I take a ride from people offering transportation inside the terminal?

There is no need. Booking ahead gives you a confirmed vehicle and a meeting point before you land. If someone approaches you in arrivals, check the company name against your confirmation before getting in.

What happens if my flight is delayed or canceled?

We monitor the flight on your reservation, so your driver waits for the actual landing. If your flight number, date or airline changes, or your flight is canceled, update it in Manage your booking so the pickup can be moved.

Can I book a ride back to East Midlands Airport?

Yes. Book a one-way departure or a round trip from your hotel or home, and give your flight number and departure time, so the pickup leaves time for check-in and security.

Is Airport Transportation the same as East Midlands Airport?

No. Airport Transportation is a private transfer booking site for rides from EMA; we are not the airport or its operator. For terminals, airlines and other ways to get around, see our East Midlands airport page.

Why book with Airport Transportation?

We provide private transportation from any airport to any hotel at the best price, and we are licensed with complete insurance liability.

Is the transportation private or shared?

Airport Transportation provides private transportation only, in vans, luxury SUVs, or semi-buses.

Are prices per person or per vehicle?

Prices on our website are per vehicle, not per person, based on a range of passengers.

How many people can a van carry?

It depends on the vehicle. Each vehicle shows its maximum number of passengers and suitcases before you book, so you can choose one that fits your group.

How do I find you at the airport?

Walk all the way out of the airport. You'll see representatives holding boards. Look for the Airport Transportation logo or your name.

What kind of vehicles do you use?

Commonly Toyota Hiace, Volkswagen Transporter, Mercedes Sprinter, Volkswagen Crafter, Chevrolet Tahoe, and Chevrolet Suburban.

Do you have insurance?

Yes. We carry insurance with complete liability for all passengers while using our services.

Do you provide baby seats?

Baby seats are provided with prior notice, subject to availability, one seat maximum per vehicle.

How far in advance should I book?

You can book any time in advance; we suggest one week to one day ahead. Same-day reservations are available.

What payment methods are accepted?

You pay securely online when you book, by credit or debit card, Apple Pay or Google Pay. Payments are processed by Stripe.

Do vehicles have air conditioning?

Yes. For your comfort all our units have air conditioning.

What if my flight is delayed?

During booking we ask for your airline and flight number so we can track delays and wait for you.

Can I make stops during my ride?

Yes, you can add an extra stop to your service during the booking process.

Do children pay differently than adults?

No. Prices are set per passenger range or per vehicle, not per age.

Is my reservation refundable?

Yes. Cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before your pick-up and you are refunded in full. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before service are not refundable.

Do drivers speak English?

Yes. While their English may not be native-level, drivers have the skills to communicate with passengers.

Are tips mandatory?

Tips are not mandatory but are highly recommended; drivers earn them through service quality.

What currencies are accepted?

All prices are in USD. If your card is in another currency, your bank converts the charge at its own exchange rate.

Are pets allowed?

We can transport domestic pets kept in cages that fit in a normal vehicle.

Is there room for luggage?

Yes. There is plenty of room for one suitcase and one carry-on per person.

What is included in the price?

Every private transfer includes a professional, licensed driver; an insured, well-maintained vehicle; real-time flight monitoring; meet-and-greet service at arrivals; and door-to-door service with no hidden fees added after booking. Your fixed price covers the full route to your destination.

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