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Airports Near Cambridge

The closest airports to Cambridge, UK: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Cambridge, UK is Cambridge Airport (CBG), about 2 mi (4 km) away — roughly 8 min by road.

CodeAirportDistanceTransferType
CBGCambridge AirportCambridge, United Kingdom2 mi / 4 km8 minRegional
QFODuxford AirportDuxford, United Kingdom7 mi / 12 km25 minRegional
STNLondon Stansted AirportLondon, United Kingdom22 mi / 36 km43 minRegional
WXFWethersfield AirportWethersfield, United Kingdom23 mi / 37 km44 minRegional
LTNLondon Luton AirportLondon, United Kingdom30 mi / 49 km59 minRegional
LCYLondon City AirportLondon, United Kingdom48 mi / 77 km1 hr 26 minRegional
SENSouthend AirportSouthend, United Kingdom50 mi / 80 km1 hr 29 minRegional
LHBBruntingthorpe AirportBruntingthorpe, United Kingdom56 mi / 90 km1 hr 40 minRegional

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Cambridge Airport (CBG) is the most convenient at about 2 mi out. Larger airports a little farther out can offer more connections, so it's worth comparing fares before booking.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Cambridge. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with CBG.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near CBG saves a stressful morning transfer.

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Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Cambridge is Cambridge Airport (CBG), about 2 mi (4 km) away — roughly 8 min by road.

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