Matty here, from DM Airport Transfers. Booking a UK airport transfer while you’re still in the US is straightforward, and doing it ahead of time means one less thing to think about once you land. Here’s exactly how the process works, step by step.
Step 1: Reach out ahead of your flight
You can message us on WhatsApp or by email, whichever’s easier from the US given the time difference. There’s no need to create an account, install an app, or fill in a lengthy form.
Step 2: Share your travel details
We’ll need your flight number, arrival airport, arrival date and time, and where you’re heading to after landing, whether that’s a hotel, Airbnb, or another address entirely.
Step 3: Confirm your vehicle
Let us know how many passengers and how much luggage you’re bringing, and whether you need a child seat. We’ll recommend a standard saloon, from £60, or an MPV for larger groups or families, from £90.
Step 4: Get your fixed price
We’ll confirm the fare before you travel, so there’s no currency guesswork or surprise charges once you land, and nothing extra to pay on the day.
Step 5: Fly with confidence
Once booked, we track your flight automatically from departure. If your flight from the US is delayed for any reason, your driver already knows and adjusts pickup time accordingly, no messaging required on your part.
Step 6: Meet your driver
Your DBS-checked driver will be waiting in the arrivals hall with a name board once you land, so you can walk straight to the car.
Booking your return journey too
Plenty of visitors book both their arrival transfer and their departure transfer back to the airport at the same time, which means your whole trip’s transport is sorted before you even leave the US.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to pay a deposit from the US?
Get in touch and we’ll talk you through payment options for your booking.
Can I book for a date months in advance?
Yes, we’re happy to confirm bookings well ahead of your travel dates.
What time zone should I use when booking?
Just give us your flight’s local UK arrival time and we’ll handle the rest.
Book from anywhere in the US
Get in touch before you fly, and we’ll take care of the rest.
