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Luton Airport's 'kiss and fly' charges cost more per minute than staying at The Ritz

Luton Airport's 'kiss and fly' charges cost more per minute than staying at The Ritz

In the past year, seven of the UK's 10 busiest airports have increased the cost of dropping off a loved one before travel - to the point that London Luton is now more expensive than a stay at the Ritz

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