What is a 7 seater taxi?
A pre-booked taxi with seven passenger seats plus the driver. It is a people carrier, an MPV, so a group of up to seven travels in one vehicle at one fixed fare, with one pickup and one drop-off.
Group travel · 7 seater taxi
7 seater taxi UK: seven passengers, one car, one fixed fare.
A 7 seater taxi is a pre-booked people carrier with seven passenger seats plus the driver. Your group travels together at a fixed fare, your driver tracks your flight and meets you at arrivals with a name board, 24 hours a day, at Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, London City, Southend, Manchester and airports in 81 countries. Seven people with a suitcase each? Use the planner below: that is a job for the 8 seater.
- 60 minutes’ free waiting after landing
- Meet and greet with a name board
- Free child seats, on request
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup
Waiting-time, child-seat and cancellation conditions are set out in our terms. Fares are starting prices from central London.
Seven passenger seats plus the driver
Quick answers
7 seater taxi: the short answers
What people ask before booking a 7 seater taxi, in a few lines each. The detail follows below.
How many passengers and bags fit in a 7 seater taxi?
Up to 7 passengers with cabin bags, or 6 passengers with 4 to 5 large suitcases. Seats and boot share the space, so the more seats you use, the less room there is for cases.
How much is a 7 seater taxi?
From £75 from central London to London City and £80 to Heathrow, up to £115 to Gatwick. These are starting fares; your exact fixed fare is shown before you pay.
Is one 7 seater cheaper than two taxis?
Yes, on our London fares. One 7 seater costs £5 to £45 less than two saloons to the same airport, and the whole group arrives together in one car.
7 seater taxi or 8 seater taxi: which do I book?
Seven people with a suitcase each need the 8 seater. Seven people with cabin bags fit the 7 seater, and up to six people with four or five large cases fit it too.
Is a Ford Galaxy a 7 seater taxi?
A seven-seat Galaxy or Sharan has seven seats including the driver, so it carries six passengers. That is our 6-seater MPV. Our 7 seater has seven passenger seats plus the driver.
Do child seats take up seats?
Yes, each child seat uses one seat, and every child counts as a passenger. Child seats are free on request, so give each child’s age when you book.
Which UK airports have a 7 seater taxi?
Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, London City, Southend and Manchester have their own pages, and you can enter any UK airport on the booking page.
At a glance
7 seater taxi at a glance
- 7 seatspassenger seats plus the driver, in three rows
- £45the largest saving against two saloons, to Gatwick
- 60 minof free waiting after landing for airport arrivals
- A 7 seater taxi is a pre-booked people carrier with seven passenger seats plus the driver, at a fixed fare.
- It carries up to 7 passengers with cabin bags, or 6 passengers with 4 to 5 large suitcases.
- Fares start at £75 from central London to London City and £80 to Heathrow.
- One 7 seater costs £5 to £45 less than two saloons to the same London airport, on our fares.
- Seven people with a large suitcase each need the 8 seater taxi instead.
- Each child seat uses one seat; child seats are free on request.
- Meet and greet at arrivals, flight tracking and up to 60 minutes of free waiting after landing are included for airport pickups.
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup.
- Available 24 hours a day at Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, London City, Southend and Manchester, and at airports in 81 countries.
Fares are starting prices for a pickup in central London, so a postcode further out costs more. Waiting time, child seats and cancellation are set out in our terms.
The basics
What is a 7 seater taxi? The seat count most pages do not explain
A 7 seater taxi carries a group of up to seven in one vehicle. Whether it carries your group depends on what “seven” counts.
Seven passengers, plus the driver
A 7 seater taxi is a pre-booked private hire car with seven passenger seats in three rows, and a driver in front. You book the whole vehicle at one fixed fare, so the group shares one fare, one pickup and one drop-off instead of splitting across two cars.
Why the number on the tin is not enough
When a car is called a “7 seater”, the seven usually includes the driver. A seven-seat Ford Galaxy or VW Sharan carries six passengers, not seven. Our 7 seater has seven passenger seats, so “seven” means seven people you can bring.
A taxi, not a minibus
The law that licenses private hire outside London defines a private hire vehicle as one that seats fewer than nine passengers (section 80 of the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976), so a taxi carries at most eight. Vehicles for nine or more are minibuses, which fall under different licensing rules. A 7 seater taxi is a people carrier, the kind of car you can book like any other taxi.
| Typical vehicle | Seats in the vehicle | Passengers carried | Our class |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Galaxy or VW Sharan, seven-seat version | 7 including the driver | 6 passengers | Our 6-seater MPV |
| Mercedes V-Class, eight-seat version | 8 including the driver | 7 passengers | Our 7-seater taxi |
| VW Transporter or Ford Tourneo, nine-seat version | 9 including the driver | 8 passengers | Our 8-seater taxi |
| Name | Where | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| 7 seater taxi, 7 seater cab, 7 seater MPV, seven seater taxi | Everyday UK wording | A taxi for up to seven passengers |
| People carrier, MPV | UK | A car with three rows of seats and a long boot |
| Minivan | United States, Canada | The same kind of vehicle |
| People mover | Australia, New Zealand | The same kind of vehicle |
| 7 seater minibus | Loose everyday wording | Not a true minibus: a minibus has nine or more passenger seats |
Seat counts differ by model and by version, so we state passenger seats and confirm the vehicle for your group when you book.
Seat and bag planner
Will your group and luggage fit? Plan seats and bags together
Most “7 seater” pages count seats and forget the boot. Enter your party and your bags, and see which of our people carriers holds them.
7-seater taxi. It is the smallest vehicle that holds your party and bags. See this vehicle
Seat plan of the 7 seater taxi: 5 of 7 passenger seats filled.
6-seater MPV
6 passenger seats
Tight. Very tight, ask us.
7-seater taxi
7 passenger seats
Fits. Little room to spare.
8-seater taxi
8 passenger seats
Fits. Room to spare.
The same rules, as a table
| Your party | Smallest vehicle that fits | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 6 passengers, 3 large suitcases, 3 cabin bags | 7-seater taxi | Fits |
| 6 passengers, 5 large suitcases | 7-seater taxi | Fits |
| 7 passengers, 7 cabin bags | 7-seater taxi | Fits |
| 7 passengers, 1 large suitcase, 4 cabin bags | 7-seater taxi | Fits |
| 7 passengers, 4 large suitcases | 8-seater taxi | Fits |
| 7 passengers, 7 large suitcases | More than one vehicle | Ask us for two vehicles |
| 5 passengers, 5 large suitcases, 2 cabin bags | 8-seater taxi | Fits |
| 4 passengers, 4 large suitcases, 4 cabin bags | 8-seater taxi | Fits |
| 5 passengers, 2 large suitcases, 2 cabin bags, a folded pushchair | 6-seater MPV | Fits |
| 4 passengers, 2 large suitcases, 2 golf bags | 7-seater taxi | Fits |
| 8 passengers, 4 large suitcases, 4 cabin bags | 8-seater taxi | Fits |
The sizes behind the planner
| Item | Size or rule |
|---|---|
| Large suitcase | Up to 75 × 50 × 38 cm and 23 kg (about 30 × 20 × 15 in and 50 lb) |
| Cabin bag | Up to 56 × 45 × 25 cm and 18 kg (about 22 × 18 × 10 in and 40 lb) |
| Folded pushchair | Counts as one large suitcase |
| Golf bag | Counts as one and a half large suitcases, and lies flat only when seats are free |
The planner uses our standard capacities: a 6-seater MPV takes up to 6 passengers with about 4 large suitcases, a 7 seater takes up to 6 passengers with 4 to 5 large suitcases or 7 passengers with cabin bags, and an 8 seater takes up to 8 passengers with about 6 large suitcases. It is a guide, and we confirm the vehicle for your bags when you book.
Compared
7 seater taxi, 6-seater, 8-seater or two taxis?
The 7 seater is the right answer for a narrow band of groups. Here is where it wins and where another vehicle does.
| Option | Passengers | Luggage | Best for | Fare tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-seater MPV | Up to 6 | About 4 large | Families of five or six, with luggage | About +£20 on a saloon |
| 7 seater taxi | Up to 7 | 4 to 5 large with 6 passengers; cabin bags with 7 | Groups of five to seven travelling fairly light | Priced above the MPV |
| 8 seater taxi | Up to 8 | About 6 large | Seven or eight people with a suitcase each | Priced above the 7 seater |
| Two saloons | 4 + 4 | 2 large + 2 cabin each | Two cars when the group will not share one | Two saloon fares |
| 16-seater minicoach | Up to 16 | About 14 bags | Nine to sixteen people | Quoted |
Prices and fares in this table are guides and can change. Check the current figure before you travel; the booking page shows your fixed fare before you pay.
Fare tiers are indicative and vary by route. See the whole fleet and the estate taxi for extra luggage with four people.
Prices
7 seater taxi prices from central London, and what you save
Starting fares to each of the six London airports. Your exact fixed fare depends on your postcode and is shown before you pay.
| Airport | 7 seater from | Saloon from | Saving against two saloons | Drop-off charge | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| London City Airport | £75 | £40 | £5 | £8 | Book a 7 seater taxi to or from London City Airport |
| Heathrow Airport | £80 | £45 | £10 | £7 | Book a 7 seater taxi to or from Heathrow Airport |
| Stansted Airport | £90 | £55 | £20 | £10 | Book a 7 seater taxi to or from Stansted Airport |
| Southend Airport | £95 | £60 | £25 | £8 | Book a 7 seater taxi to or from Southend Airport |
| Luton Airport | £110 | £75 | £40 | £7 | Book a 7 seater taxi to or from Luton Airport |
| Gatwick Airport | £115 | £80 | £45 | £10 | Book a 7 seater taxi to or from Gatwick Airport |
One car against two
A group of five, six or seven cannot share one saloon, so the real comparison is a 7 seater against two saloons. The saving column is two saloon fares minus one 7 seater fare to the same airport. Two saloons also split the group and the luggage, and each carries only two large suitcases.
What sets the price
Distance and the pickup postcode come first, then the vehicle and any road charges. Once you confirm, the fare stays put, whatever the traffic or the hour.
Fares are indicative starting prices for a whole vehicle carrying up to 7 passengers; the 7 seater column is the saloon starting fare plus a typical people-carrier step. The drop-off charge is the airport’s headline charge, from our London price guide reviewed 7 September 2026 (see the Heathrow charge). The booking summary states VAT and the charges included. Enter any address or postcode and choose Get Quote for your exact fare. See also the London airport transfer price guide.
Included
What a 7 seater taxi fare includes
A group booking has more moving parts than a solo one. Here is what is covered, line by line, and what the conditions say.
Your whole group, met together
The driver waits at the arrivals meeting point with one name board for the lead passenger, and the group walks out together to one car.
One flight number, followed
Give the lead passenger’s flight number and the pickup follows the real landing time. If your group lands on different flights, tell us and we plan the pickup.
An hour of free waiting
For airport arrivals the clock starts at touchdown, and the first 60 minutes cost nothing, enough for passport control and seven sets of bags (see your booking terms).
One fare for the whole car
The price covers the vehicle, not each passenger, with no meter and no surge. Your booking summary lists VAT and the airport and road charges that apply.
Child seats at no charge
Baby, toddler and booster seats on request. Each takes one seat, so count every child as a passenger when you book.
Licensed drivers
A licensed driver carries out every journey. In London that is a TfL-licensed driver with a PCO badge who has passed a DBS check.
Free cancellation
Cancel free until 24 hours before pickup. After that, and for no-shows, the terms decide what happens.
Someone to call, any hour
Phone, WhatsApp or email, from booking until everyone is home, with your driver’s details in the confirmation.
Where this page and your confirmation differ, the confirmation wins, including on the charges covered and the waiting allowance.
Who books one
Who books a 7 seater taxi, and what to watch for
The same car suits very different groups. Each of these has one thing that decides the booking.
Family holidays
Two parents, three children and a grandparent is six or seven seats before a single case is counted. Child seats use seats, and the planner shows when the cases push you to the 8 seater.
Golf trips
A golf bag is long and counts as one and a half large suitcases in the planner. Tell us how many bags you are bringing and we confirm the fit before you pay.
Stag and hen groups
Six or seven friends travel together, split one fare, and nobody is left at a rank at midnight. Tell us how much each person is carrying.
Corporate teams
Seven colleagues, one cost centre and one invoice. An invoice is emailed after you book, and a corporate account is available on request.
Cruise and long-haul
Cruise passengers pack heavily. Seven people with cruise cases are an 8 seater booking, and seven with cabin bags a 7 seater one.
Weddings and events
Wedding parties and event guests arrive together and on time, with the pickup tied to one flight or one address.
Group pickups
How to plan a group airport pickup with seven people
Four details decide whether seven people and their bags leave the airport smoothly. None of them costs anything.
Count seats, not heads
Count every passenger, children included, and every child seat. Seven passengers fill the 7 seater; eight need the 8 seater.
Declare every bag
State large suitcases, cabin bags, pushchairs and golf bags. A group that under-declares is the main reason a vehicle is changed on the day.
Name one lead passenger
Give one name, one mobile number and one flight number. Your driver and our team contact that person.
Tell us if you land apart
If the group arrives on different flights or terminals, say so in the booking notes so the pickup is planned, not improvised.
Every passenger counts, including babies in a carrier seat. Your confirmation states the vehicle, so check it matches your party.
The car
The vehicles behind a 7 seater taxi booking
What you are guaranteed when you book, and which models are typical.
You choose the class, not the badge
Every vehicle is listed as “or similar”. We guarantee the class, the seven passenger seats and the luggage standard on this page, and match you with the best available car for the day.
Inside the car
A 7 seater taxi has three rows of seats and a rear tailgate. Air conditioning is standard on most, and the third row sits behind the second, which is why boot space shrinks as more seats are used.
| Model | What to know |
|---|---|
| Mercedes V-Class | Premium MPV; available in a version with seven passenger seats |
| VW Caravelle | Van-based people carrier with a large cabin; seating varies by version |
| Mercedes Vito Tourer | Van-based people carrier, common in UK private hire |
| Ford Tourneo Custom | Used for seven and eight passengers depending on the version |
| Ford Galaxy and VW Sharan | Seven seats including the driver, so six passengers: our 6-seater MPV |
The models above are typical of UK private hire people carriers, not a list of the cars on the road on any given day.
UK airports
7 seater taxi Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted and every UK airport
Seven UK airports have their own page, and you can book a 7 seater to or from any other UK airport on the booking page.
7 seater taxi London City (LCY)From £75. Drive of 30–50 min, about 9 miles east. Single terminal.
7 seater taxi Heathrow (LHR)From £80. Drive of 45–75 min, about 15 miles west. Terminals 2, 3, 4 and 5.
7 seater taxi Stansted (STN)From £90. Drive of 60–90 min, about 38 miles north-east. Single terminal.
7 seater taxi Southend (SEN)From £95. Drive of 70–100 min, about 42 miles east. Single terminal.
7 seater taxi Luton (LTN)From £110. Drive of 50–80 min, about 32 miles north. Single terminal.
7 seater taxi Gatwick (LGW)From £115. Drive of 60–90 min, about 28 miles south. North and South terminals.
7 seater taxi Manchester (MAN)7 seater and standard taxis to and from Manchester.
Pickup facts for each London airport
| Airport | Terminals | Typical drive from central London | Drop-off charge |
|---|---|---|---|
| London City Airport | Single terminal | 30–50 min, about 9 miles east | £8 |
| Heathrow Airport | Terminals 2, 3, 4 and 5 | 45–75 min, about 15 miles west | £7 |
| Stansted Airport | Single terminal | 60–90 min, about 38 miles north-east | £10 |
| Southend Airport | Single terminal | 70–100 min, about 42 miles east | £8 |
| Luton Airport | Single terminal | 50–80 min, about 32 miles north | £7 |
| Gatwick Airport | North and South terminals | 60–90 min, about 28 miles south | £10 |
Prices and fares in this table are guides and can change. Check the current figure before you travel; the booking page shows your fixed fare before you pay.
Other UK airports you can enter on the booking page
England
- Birmingham (BHX)
- Bristol (BRS)
- Liverpool John Lennon (LPL)
- Newcastle (NCL)
- East Midlands (EMA)
- Leeds Bradford (LBA)
- Southampton (SOU)
- Exeter (EXT)
- Norwich (NWI)
- Bournemouth (BOH)
Scotland
- Edinburgh (EDI)
- Glasgow (GLA)
- Aberdeen (ABZ)
- Inverness (INV)
- Glasgow Prestwick (PIK)
Wales
- Cardiff (CWL)
Northern Ireland
- Belfast International (BFS)
- George Best Belfast City (BHD)
Drive times and distances are typical for a pickup in central London and change with traffic; the drop-off charge is the airport’s headline charge. Availability of a 7 seater varies by airport and by day, and the booking page shows the vehicles available for your route. Compare the London airports in our Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted guide.
Popular routes
7 seater taxi on popular UK routes: Brighton, Oxford, Bristol and more
Longer journeys are where seven people in one car pay off most. Each route has its own fixed fare.
Heathrow to central LondonFixed fare, up to 7 passengers
Heathrow to OxfordFixed fare, up to 7 passengers
Heathrow to Windsor CastleFixed fare, up to 7 passengers
Heathrow to BristolFixed fare, up to 7 passengers
Heathrow to BrightonFixed fare, up to 7 passengers
Gatwick to BrightonFixed fare, up to 7 passengers
Gatwick to LondonFixed fare, up to 7 passengers
Stansted to CambridgeFixed fare, up to 7 passengers
Luton to central LondonFixed fare, up to 7 passengers
London City to Canary WharfFixed fare, up to 7 passengers
Read our long-distance taxi price guide for how longer journeys are priced.
Worldwide
7 seater taxi worldwide: people carriers at airports in 81 countries
Fares for other countries are shown on the booking page in the local currency.
A minivan abroad
In the United States and Canada the same vehicle is a minivan, and in Australia and New Zealand a people mover. Seven passenger seats is the part that does not change; availability and models do.
Check your own airport
Enter any airport name, code or address on the booking page and it shows the vehicles available for your route, with the fixed fare before you pay. Where a 7 seater is not offered, the nearest class is usually the 8 seater.
7 seater taxi airport pages by region
Europe and the Middle East
United States
Fares for other countries are shown in the local currency where it applies.
Reviews
What travellers say about Global Airport Taxi
Ratings and reviews as shown by our review widget on 29 September 2026. They come from travellers at airports across our network, and we show a selection of passenger reviews about airport transfers. Every review stays on the platform where it was written.
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- Paul Phillips22 Sep 2026Google
Excellent service...arrived at terminal and driver was waiting...helped with luggage to the car...smooth drive...perfect overall
Very reliable and easy to get a hold of. I was very confused leaving the airport - user error haha - and they were super helpful. My flight was also delayed and the guy who picked me up was on top of it.
Super affordable and professional service! The pricing was very clear from the start, with no hidden charges, which I really appreciated. Everything went smoothly, and the professionalism of the global airport taxi service stood out. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a hassle-free and budget-friendly option.
- Christina Bundrick20 Sep 2026Google
Amazing taxi service to the airport! Our driver was friendly, on time, and made the whole trip so easy. The car was clean and comfortable, and we got to the airport right on time. Would definitely use this service again!
- AnonymouslyProvenExpertProvenExpert
Excellent service , driver waited for us as flight was delayed, clean car and smooth ride
I would totally recommend Global Airport Taxi to anyone needing a taxi service for their airport commute. I decided on way to the airport that I was flying out of that I will need a cab service at LHR. They were quick to respond to and accommodated some of my last minute schedule change requests after I had landed at LHR. Totally reliable and willing to be flexible. Outstanding customer support provided by Jennifer and Root. Keep it up guys !!
- Sarah Finch22 Sep 2026Google
This was a brilliant service our driver was excellent he was friendly and helpful. Used again for the return journey and driver was professional and ensured we made it to the airport on time with heavy traffic
The service was extremely reliable. My cab arrived exactly on time for my early morning flight, which was a huge relief. Everything went smoothly, and I felt confident choosing this service. Highly recommend global airport taxi for stress-free airport transfers!
Amazing customer service, on time driver helped with cases. A pleasant experience Thank you
- BarhamK11 Apr 2026Yell
Very clean car and on time very polite driver will use them again
The ratings cover every airport we serve, not only London. The widget is provided by Trustindex, and each review is shown as its author wrote it.
Trust
Who is behind your 7 seater taxi booking, and what do we promise?
Here is who arranges your booking, what we commit to and where the full wording lives.
Who you book with
Global Airport Taxi is a trading name of QMH Technologies Ltd (company number 13506378, VAT GB 469 6859 13), registered in England and Wales, at 10-16 Tiller Road, London E14 8PX. Write to bookings@globalairporttaxi.com or message us on WhatsApp.
Who drives the car
We are a booking platform and licensed drivers carry out the journey. London 7 seater taxis are driven by TfL-licensed private hire drivers with a PCO badge, DBS-checked, and your confirmation names the driver and the car.
How you pay
Pay by card, PayPal or Google Pay through secure, certified gateways. Personal data is handled under UK data protection law and the GDPR.
The promises, line by line
| Promise | What it means | Where to check |
|---|---|---|
| Fixed fare | The fare shown for the 7 seater before you pay is the fare you confirm. | Booking page |
| Seats and bags | Declare every passenger, child seat and bag, and we confirm the vehicle. | Booking notes |
| Flight monitoring | The pickup follows your flight number and actual landing. | Booking confirmation |
| Free waiting | Up to 60 minutes after landing for airport arrivals. | Your booking terms |
| Child seats | Free on request, with each child’s age in the booking notes. | Booking notes |
| Free cancellation | Up to 24 hours before pickup. | Terms, “Cancellations & refunds” |
| Late cancellations and no-shows | Not refundable unless the transport provider is at fault. | Terms, “Cancellations & refunds” |
| Accurate details | Flight, pickup and contact details must be correct; wrong details can mean extra charges. | Terms, “General booking terms” |
If your confirmation says something different from this page, follow the confirmation. The complete conditions are in our terms and privacy policy.
How to book
How to book a 7 seater taxi in four easy steps
It takes a few minutes. Here is what happens next.
Enter the journey
Add pickup, destination, date and flight number, and choose seven passengers.
Pick the 7 seater
Choose the 7 seater if it is offered, or let the planner above tell you which class holds your bags.
Pay and relax
Your fixed fare is shown before you pay, and your driver tracks your flight.
Meet and go
Your driver meets the group at arrivals with a name board, loads the boot and drives you door to door.
Questions
7 seater taxi FAQs: 33 answers on seats, bags, prices and airports
What is a 7 seater taxi?
A 7 seater taxi is a pre-booked people carrier with seven passenger seats plus the driver, booked like any taxi at a fixed fare. A group of up to seven travels in one car with one pickup and one drop-off.
How many passengers can a 7 seater taxi carry?
Up to seven passengers plus the driver. Every child counts as a passenger and every child seat takes one seat, so a family of seven with a baby seat and a booster is seven passengers.
How many suitcases fit in a 7 seater taxi?
Four to five large suitcases with six passengers, or cabin bags only with seven. Seats and boot share the space, so the planner above shows what fits for your exact party.
How much is a 7 seater taxi?
From £75 from central London to London City, £80 to Heathrow and £115 to Gatwick (indicative). Your exact fixed fare depends on your postcode and is shown before you pay.
Is a 7 seater taxi cheaper than two taxis?
On our London fares, yes. One 7 seater costs £5 to £45 less than two saloons to the same airport, and the group stays together instead of splitting into two cars.
How much is a 7 seater taxi to Heathrow?
From £80 from central London (indicative), against £45 for a saloon. Your exact fixed fare for your postcode is shown before you pay, with the Heathrow drop-off charge treated as stated in your booking summary.
How much is a 7 seater taxi to Gatwick?
From £115 from central London (indicative). Gatwick is the airport where a 7 seater saves most against two saloons, because the saloon fare is the highest of the six London airports.
Is a Ford Galaxy a 7 seater taxi?
A seven-seat Ford Galaxy or VW Sharan has seven seats including the driver, so it carries six passengers. That is our 6-seater MPV. Our 7 seater taxi has seven passenger seats, so it carries seven.
What is the difference between a 7 seater taxi and a people carrier?
Nothing: a 7 seater taxi is a people carrier used as a taxi. “MPV” and “people carrier” are the same kind of vehicle, and the 7 seater is the version with seven passenger seats.
Is a 7 seater taxi the same as a 7 seater minibus?
No. A minibus has nine or more passenger seats and falls under different licensing rules. A 7 seater taxi is a private hire people carrier, and the 8 seater taxi is the largest vehicle of that type.
Should I book a 7 seater or an 8 seater taxi?
Seven people with a large suitcase each need the 8 seater. Seven people with cabin bags, or up to six people with four or five large cases, fit the 7 seater, and it costs less.
Can seven adults fit in a 7 seater taxi with luggage?
Seven adults fit, with cabin bags only. With all seven seats in use the boot has room for cabin-size bags and at most one large suitcase. If everyone has a checked bag, book the 8 seater.
Do child seats take up seats in a 7 seater taxi?
Yes, each child seat uses one seat. Child seats are free on request, and every child counts as a passenger, so give each child’s age when you book and we confirm the vehicle.
Are child seats free in a 7 seater taxi?
They cost nothing. Note the seat you need and the child’s age in the booking. A baby seat, a toddler seat and a booster each take one seat, so a large family may need the 8 seater.
Can I take a pushchair or golf bags in a 7 seater taxi?
Yes, count them in your bags. A folded pushchair counts as one large suitcase and a golf bag as one and a half. Tell us how many you are bringing and we confirm the fit before you pay.
Which UK airports do you serve with a 7 seater taxi?
Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, London City, Southend and Manchester have their own pages. You can also enter any other UK airport on the booking page, and it shows the vehicles for your route.
Is a 7 seater taxi available in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland?
You can enter any UK airport, such as Edinburgh, Glasgow, Cardiff or Belfast, on the booking page. It shows the vehicles and the fixed fare available for your route, and a 7 seater is offered where it is available.
Do you offer 7 seater taxis outside the UK?
Yes, at airports in 81 countries. Availability depends on the airport and the day, and the booking page shows the vehicles for your route. Where a 7 seater is not offered, the nearest class is usually the 8 seater.
Is the 7 seater taxi fare fixed?
Yes. The fare is fixed when you book, with no meter and no surge pricing. Bags are not charged separately, and your booking summary states VAT and the airport and road charges that apply.
Does the driver track our flight?
We do it for you. Enter the lead passenger’s flight number and the pickup follows the real landing time. Up to 60 minutes of free waiting after landing apply to airport arrivals, per your booking terms.
What if our group lands on different flights?
Tell us in the booking notes. Give each flight number and terminal, and we plan the pickup rather than leave it to chance. If the flights land far apart, two separate pickups may suit you better.
Where do we meet the driver at the airport?
At the arrivals meeting point, with a name board. Your confirmation gives the exact spot for your airport and terminal. Keep the lead passenger’s phone charged in case the driver needs to reach you.
Can a 7 seater taxi do a return or round trip?
Yes. The booking form offers one way and round trip. Enter both dates and times, and the flight numbers, and the fixed fare for the return is shown before you pay.
How far ahead should I book a 7 seater taxi?
At least 24 to 48 hours ahead, and longer for school holidays, bank holidays, early-morning pickups and large groups, because people carriers are fewer than saloons and sell out first.
Can I book a 7 seater taxi for a wedding or a night out?
Yes. Wedding parties, stag and hen groups and event guests can book a 7 seater for the journey, with the pickup tied to one address or one flight. Give the times and the number of stops in the booking.
Can I get an invoice for a business booking?
Yes, by email after booking. If you need a second copy, ask support. A company that travels often can ask us about a corporate account with monthly invoicing.
Are 7 seater taxi drivers licensed?
Yes. A licensed driver does every journey. In London the driver holds a TfL licence and a PCO badge and has passed a DBS check. We are the booking platform, and your confirmation names the driver and car.
Can I choose the model of a 7 seater taxi?
You choose the class, not the badge. Every vehicle is listed as “or similar”. We guarantee the class, the seven passenger seats and the luggage standard, and note a model preference, but never promise it.
Is a wheelchair-accessible 7 seater available?
Wheelchair-accessible vehicles are available on request. Tell us the type of wheelchair and the number of passengers when you book so we can confirm availability for your route and date.
Can I cancel or change a 7 seater taxi booking?
Cancellation is free until 24 hours before pickup. After that, and for no-shows, the terms apply. To change the time, flight or address, contact our support team by phone, WhatsApp or email.
How do I pay for a 7 seater taxi?
At booking, by card, PayPal or Google Pay. Payment goes through secure gateways, and the fare you accept is locked in the moment you confirm.
Do children need a car seat in a 7 seater taxi in the UK?
A seat is safer, and it must be used if one is available. UK rules let a licensed taxi carry a child without one when none is available: under 3 only on a rear seat, aged 3 or over with an adult belt. We supply child seats free on request. See GOV.UK.
What if my group is bigger than seven?
Choose the 8 seater, or add a second vehicle. Nine to sixteen people suit a minicoach. Give the group size and luggage when you book, and we confirm the right combination before you pay.
A 7 seater taxi, a people carrier with seven passenger seats. Photo: Global Airport Taxi.
Seven people, one car. Plan it, then book it.
Check your seats and bags with the planner, see a fixed fare before you pay, and your driver tracks your flight and meets the whole group at arrivals with a name board. Ask for child seats at no extra cost, and cancel free up to 24 hours before pickup.
- Fixed price
- Free cancellation
- Free child seats
- Flight tracking