Iwade sits right beside the A249 at the mainland end of the Sheppey Crossing, so journeys get onto the main roads almost immediately. Here's how the six London airports compare from Iwade, measured by road.
The six airports from Iwade, closest first
- London City: about 44 miles, typically 50 – 1 hr 10
- London Gatwick: about 51 miles, typically 1 hr – 1 hr 20
- London Southend: about 56 miles, typically 1 hr 5 – 1 hr 25 (via the Dartford Crossing)
- London Stansted: about 70 miles, typically 1 hr 10 – 1 hr 40 (via the Dartford Crossing)
- London Heathrow: about 77 miles, typically 1 hr 25 – 1 hr 50
- London Luton: about 84 miles, typically 1 hr 30 – 2 hr (via the Dartford Crossing)
The easiest options
From Iwade, London City is the closest by road, and it doesn't need the Dartford Crossing. Gatwick comes next at about 51 miles.
Gatwick and Heathrow are reached south of the Thames, so their journey times are more predictable. Stansted, Luton and Southend all cross at Dartford, where queues can add time at busy periods.
Choosing between them
- Early flight? Choose an airport that avoids the Dartford Crossing if you can.
- Long-haul? Heathrow has the widest choice; Gatwick is quicker to reach.
- Cheapest fare? Compare the total trip, including getting to the airport.
See airport taxis from Iwade for journey times and pickup points, or call 01795 25 25 01.
