Rochester sits on the A2 and M2, among the closest towns in Kent to London City Airport. Here's how the six London airports compare from Rochester, measured by road.
The six airports from Rochester, closest first
- London City: about 28 miles, typically 35 – 55 min
- London Southend: about 41 miles, typically 50 – 1 hr 10 (via the Dartford Crossing)
- London Gatwick: about 46 miles, typically 55 – 1 hr 15
- London Stansted: about 55 miles, typically 55 – 1 hr 25 (via the Dartford Crossing)
- London Luton: about 68 miles, typically 1 hr 15 – 1 hr 45 (via the Dartford Crossing)
- London Heathrow: about 71 miles, typically 1 hr 20 – 1 hr 45
The easiest options
From Rochester, London City is the closest by road, and it doesn't need the Dartford Crossing. Southend comes next at about 41 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 Rochester for journey times and pickup points, or call 01795 25 25 01.
