Leicester to East Midlands Airport taxi — fixed fares from £40
If you are booking a Leicester to East Midlands Airport taxi, Aylestone Kings offers pre-booked saloon and MPV transfers with a fixed price before you travel. Drivers know the A46 and M1 approach into Castle Donington, and we coordinate simple return pickups after you land.
Airport postcode
Passenger terminal: DE74 2SA (Castle Donington). Use this for navigation; we fine-tune the kerb or pickup lobby when you return.
Typical times by area
- Oadby: ~25 minutes off-peak
- Wigston: ~28 minutes off-peak
- Leicester city centre: ~35–45 minutes (traffic dependent)
Distance
Roughly 22–24 miles from central Leicester to the terminal forecourt, depending on your start postcode.
Best route from Leicester: A46 via Copt Oak
Most Leicester to East Midlands Airport taxi journeys follow the A46 north-west from the city, join the M1 near Copt Oak (junction 21A/22 area), then use the A453 into Castle Donington. From the south and east we often use the A563 ring to reach the A46 faster at peak times.
That corridor is the quickest reliable link for Leicestershire passengers; we adjust if the M1 has closures or heavy queues.
EMA terminal layout and where we drop you off
East Midlands Airport uses one main passenger terminal with a single security hall after check-in. Airlines share the same building; Ryanair, Jet2, easyJet, and TUI desks are all inside that hall.
On departure, your driver sets down at the signed express / forecourt drop-off in front of the terminal, following airport marshals. We aim for the kerb closest to your carrier’s check-in zone to shorten the walk with heavy bags.
Short-stay and multi-storey car parks sit beside the terminal; if you ever need to swap a pickup plan, call us and we adapt within airport rules.
Return journeys from EMA — where to meet your driver
After you land, collect bags, and pass customs if needed, we normally meet in the main Pick Up area — often the multi-storey car park pickup lobby or the signed express pickup lane, depending on what the airport is operating that month.
When you book the inbound leg, give us your flight numberand UK mobile. We monitor arrival time, send the driver's name and registration by SMS, and adjust if baggage reclaim runs long.
If you cannot find the meeting point, call the driver or our office on 0116 2338888 — we talk you to the correct door.
Pricing
Every Leicester to East Midlands Airport taxi quote is built from your pickup postcode and vehicle choice — you see the price before you confirm online. The table below shows typical starting points from Leicester city centre.
| Vehicle Type | Capacity | Price |
|---|---|---|
Standard Saloon | 1-4 passengers | from £40 |
MPV / Minibus | 6-8 passengers | from £60 |
Prices shown are starting rates from Leicester city centre. Additional pickup locations may affect final price.
Why book with Aylestone Kings?
Early and late cover
We schedule 03:30–04:30 Leicester pickups for dawn flights and collect inbound aircraft after midnight when pre-booked.
Fixed prices
Agreed in advance for each leg — no meter anxiety on the day of travel.
Licensed & DBS-checked
Private-hire licensed drivers and insured vehicles for airport work.
Questions about EMA transfers
Straight answers before you book.
What is the postcode for East Midlands Airport passenger pickup?
The main airport site is Castle Donington, Derby DE74 2SA. Use this for sat-nav; your driver confirms the exact meeting pin for returns (pickup lobby or express area) on the day.
How long does it take from Oadby or Wigston to EMA by taxi?
From Oadby it is often about 25 minutes off-peak; from Wigston roughly 28 minutes, because both connect quickly to the A46 north. From Leicester city centre allow closer to 35–45 minutes depending on traffic and time of day.
Where does my driver drop me at East Midlands Airport?
For departures we use the signed forecourt express drop-off in front of the single EMA terminal, aligned with your airline’s check-in row. Airport staff direct short-stay traffic; we follow current airport rules for private hire set-down.
Where do I meet my driver when I fly back into EMA?
Usually in the main arrivals pickup area after baggage reclaim — often the multi-storey car park pickup lobby or the signed express pickup lane, depending on what the airport is operating. We text you the driver’s mobile and vehicle registration when your flight lands.
Is a return taxi cheaper than two one-way trips to East Midlands Airport?
We price each leg fairly; booking outbound and return together still saves you coordination hassle and locks both pickups in one plan. Ask when you book if a return package suits your dates.
Can I get a taxi for a 04:00 pickup in Leicester for an early flight?
Yes. We operate 24/7 and regularly cover first-wave departures. Pre-book so we can assign a driver and confirm your fixed fare before travel day.