Luggage Size Guide
At Crown City Transfers, we want your journey to be as comfortable, stress-free, and seamless as possible, whether you’re booking London airport transfers, travelling to a seaport, or heading anywhere across the UK. Choosing the right vehicle based on both your luggage requirements and number of passengers ensures that everyone and every bag travels safely and comfortably on every trip.
Our luggage guide below will help you select the most suitable vehicle for your transfer, avoiding last-minute space issues and ensuring a smooth start to your journey.
Size S – Hand Luggage
At Crown City Transfers, Size S luggage refers to standard hand luggage (carry-on bags), ideal for short trips, weekend breaks, and business travel. With a typical weight range of 5–10 kg and a capacity of approximately 35–45 litres, this compact suitcase is designed to carry your essentials without the need for checked baggage.
The standard dimensions of 55 cm (height) × 40 cm (width) × 20 cm (depth) meet most airline cabin bag requirements, making it a convenient choice for passengers who prefer to keep their belongings with them during the flight.
For transfer bookings, we classify this as one piece of hand luggage per passenger. It’s perfect for travellers who are packing light and want a smooth, efficient airport journey. Many customers also travel with an additional small backpack or personal item for extra flexibility.
When booking your London airport transfer with Crown City Transfers, selecting the correct vehicle based on your total number of passengers and hand luggage pieces ensures a comfortable ride with sufficient space for everyone and their belongings.
Compact, practical, and efficient — Size S luggage is ideal for stress-free travel.
Size M – Medium Luggage
At Crown City Transfers, Size M refers to standard medium suitcases, one of the most popular choices for airport transfers. With an average weight range of 10–20 kg and a capacity of approximately 60–80 litres, this size is ideal for holidays lasting several days to a week.
The typical dimensions of 65 cm (height) × 45 cm (width) × 25 cm (depth) provide ample packing space for clothing, shoes, and travel essentials, while remaining practical for transport. Medium luggage is commonly used as checked baggage with most airlines.
For transfer bookings, we classify this as one medium suitcase per passenger. When travelling as a couple or family, it’s important to consider how many medium cases you are bringing to ensure the selected vehicle has adequate boot space.
Choosing the correct vehicle for your London airport transfer helps avoid overcrowding and guarantees a comfortable journey for both passengers and luggage.
Spacious yet manageable, Size M luggage offers the perfect balance between capacity and convenience.
Size L – Large Luggage
Size L at Crown City Transfers refers to large suitcases, designed for longer trips, family holidays, or travellers who require extra packing space. With a typical weight range of 20–23 kg and a capacity of approximately 90–120 litres, this size allows for substantial packing without exceeding most airline weight limits.
Standard dimensions of 75 cm (height) × 50 cm (width) × 30 cm (depth) make this suitcase suitable for checked baggage and ideal for extended travel.
For booking purposes, we count this as one large suitcase per passenger. When multiple large suitcases are involved, selecting the correct vehicle type is especially important to ensure there is sufficient luggage capacity.
Our team at Crown City Transfers always recommends reviewing your number of passengers and total luggage requirements before confirming your booking to guarantee a smooth, stress-free airport transfer.
Size L luggage is the perfect solution for travellers who need extra space without compromising on travel comfort
Vehicle Luggage Capacity Guide
Find the Right Vehicle for Your Passengers & Luggage
At Crown City Transfers, choosing the correct vehicle ensures a smooth, comfortable, and stress-free airport transfer. Below is a clear guide to help you match your passenger number and luggage requirements with the most suitable vehicle.
Saloon
Our Saloon is the ideal choice for solo travellers, couples, or small families seeking a reliable and cost-effective airport transfer in London. Designed for comfort and efficiency, it accommodates up to 3 passengers with 2 medium suitcases and 2 hand luggage.
Perfect for Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and London City Airport transfers, the Saloon offers a smooth, professional travel experience for everyday airport runs and business journeys.
Executive Saloon
For clients who value refinement and professionalism, the Saloon Executive delivers a superior standard of airport travel. Featuring premium interiors and enhanced comfort, it accommodates up to 2 passengers with 2 medium suitcases and 2 hand luggage.
An excellent choice for corporate airport transfers, business meetings, and VIP travel across London, combining style, discretion, and reliability.
MPV
The MPV is designed for families and small groups requiring additional luggage space without compromising on comfort. It accommodates up to 4 passengers with 4 medium suitcases and 4 hand luggage.
Ideal for family airport transfers and longer journeys, this vehicle ensures everyone travels together with generous space and convenience.
MPV5
Spacious and practical, the MPV5 offers enhanced seating capacity for growing families or small groups. It accommodates up to 5 passengers with 2 medium suitcases and 5 hand luggage.
A dependable solution for airport group transfers in London, providing comfort, flexibility, and excellent value.
8-Seater
Our 8-Seater is the ultimate solution for large families, group travel, and airport transfers with significant luggage requirements. It accommodates up to 8 passengers with 8 medium suitcases and 8 hand luggage.
Perfect for holiday travel, cruise port transfers, corporate groups, and long-distance journeys — ensuring everyone arrives together, comfortably and stress-free.
MPV Executive
Combining executive comfort with generous space, the MPV Executive is tailored for business teams, VIP clients, and premium group travel. It accommodates up to 6 passengers with 6 medium suitcases and 6 hand luggage.
An outstanding choice for high-end airport transfers in London, offering both practicality and sophistication in one refined vehicle.
Clean Comparison Table
Vehicle & Luggage Capacity Overview
Vehicle Type | Passengers | Medium Suitcases | Hand Luggage | Best For |
Saloon | Up to 3 | 2 | 2 | Couples & solo travel |
Executive | Up to 2 | 2 | 2 | Business travel |
MPV | Up to 4 | 4 | 4 | Families & small groups |
MPV5 | Up to 5 | 2 | 5 | Light group travel |
Executive MPV | Up to 6 | 6 | 6 | Corporate teams |
MPV8 | Up to 8 | 8 | 8 | Large groups |
Important Note
If you are travelling with:
- Large (Size L) suitcases
- Pushchairs or strollers
- Golf bags or sports equipment
- Oversized items
We strongly recommend contacting our team before booking to ensure the correct vehicle is allocated. For more details read our Terms and conditions section 1 and 20
Frequently Asked Questions
How many suitcases can your airport taxis carry?
Luggage capacity depends on the vehicle selected.
- Saloon vehicles accommodate up to 3 passengers with 2 medium suitcases and 2 hand luggage.
- Saloon Executive vehicles accommodate up to 3 passengers with 2 medium suitcases and 2 hand luggage.
- MPV vehicles carry up to 4 passengers with 4 medium suitcases and 4 hand luggage.
- MPV5 vehicles carry up to 5 passengers with 4 medium suitcases and 4 hand luggage.
- MPV Executive vehicles accommodate up to 5 passengers with 5 medium suitcases and 4 hand luggage.
- 8-Seater vehicles accommodate up to 8 passengers with up to 7–8 medium suitcases and 7–8 hand luggage.
We recommend selecting your vehicle carefully based on both passenger numbers and total luggage to ensure a smooth and comfortable airport transfer.
What happens if I book a vehicle that is too small?
Customers are responsible for booking the correct vehicle size. If the luggage presented at pickup exceeds the selected vehicle’s capacity:
- A larger vehicle may be required (subject to availability).
- Additional charges may apply.
- If no suitable vehicle is available, the booking may need to be cancelled.
To avoid disruption, please provide accurate luggage details when booking.
Can I travel with pushchairs, golf bags, or oversized items?
Yes, however all oversized or special items must be declared at the time of booking. This includes pushchairs, golf bags, sports equipment, musical instruments, large boxes, mobility aids, and other bulky items.
Failure to declare such items may result in insufficient vehicle space at pickup. A larger vehicle may be required (subject to availability), and additional charges may apply. If no suitable vehicle is available, the booking may need to be cancelled.
For safety reasons, the driver has the final decision regarding safe loading of luggage.
Do you offer large airport transfer vehicles in London?
Yes. Crown City Transfers provides MPV, MPV5, MPV Executive, and 8-Seater vehicles for larger families, group travel, and passengers with additional luggage requirements.
These vehicles are ideal for Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and London City Airport transfers