Rainham is on the eastern edge of Medway, close to junction 4 of the M2, and well placed for both the A2 into London and the A229 south to the M20. Here's how the six London airports compare from Rainham, measured by road.
The six airports from Rainham, closest first
- London City: about 38 miles, typically 45 – 1 hr 5
- London Gatwick: about 49 miles, typically 1 hr – 1 hr 20
- London Southend: about 51 miles, typically 1 hr – 1 hr 20 (via the Dartford Crossing)
- London Stansted: about 65 miles, typically 1 hr 5 – 1 hr 35 (via the Dartford Crossing)
- London Heathrow: about 75 miles, typically 1 hr 25 – 1 hr 50
- London Luton: about 78 miles, typically 1 hr 25 – 1 hr 55 (via the Dartford Crossing)
The easiest options
From Rainham, London City is the closest by road, and it doesn't need the Dartford Crossing. Gatwick comes next at about 49 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 Rainham for journey times and pickup points, or call 01795 25 25 01.
