Want to finally go abroad in 2022? Even now, we’re still having to buy LFT and PCR tests in order to travel – so it’s safe to assume we better get used to them, unfortunately. Luckily for you, I’ve researched the best LFT and PCR tests for travel abroad in order to help you save money!
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Cheapest LFT
| Euro Fins | £19.90 | There are multiple locations throughout the country to take your LFT with Euro Fins. This LFT is one to take abroad in order to do your ‘Fit to return’ to the UK test. It offers a fit to fly certificate and is valid for return to the UK. |
| Randox | £19.95 -£21.50 | This LFT is great if you want to take it at home in order to avoid any hassle. However, be aware that many countries, especially EU ones, only accept LFT performed by a professional. |
| Qured | £22 | Qured offer LFT with results and the document in under 2 hours. They also have very good customer service available and are very well rated on Trust Pilot. |
| Chronomics | £19 | This is an at-home LFT that provides a fit to fly certificate. As it is an at-home kit, it is advisable to order 5 days before departure, in order to make sure it arrives on time. |
Best Reviewed LFT
| Express Test | £25 – £35 | Express Test LFT are often found at most major UK airports. Therefore, they are very reliable and you can even book in advance. Like previously mentioned, it is best to check with your destination countries rules first. |
| Source BioScience | £19.50 | They scored 12/13 on the Which? mystery shop results and was branded very reliable by them also. They also have 3.5 stars on Trust Pilot, with reasonably good reviews. |
| Project Screen | £19 | Project Screen offers easy to follow, at home LFT kits with a fit to fly certificate, generated fast! They are rated 4.2 on Trust Pilot. |
| C19Testing | £22 | C19Testing is rated 4.8 on Trust Pilot, meaning they are very reliable and trustworthy. Many customers have said they are “smooth and efficient”. |
Cheapest PCR Tests
| Euro Fins | £39.90 – £44.90 | Euro Fins has some of the cheapest PCR tests for Day 2 testing. They offer both drive-through and sample site testing, however, the drive-through testing is in limited locations only. |
| Testing For All | £48 | They offer one of the best refund policies and customer service. They are also very cheap compared to other PCR tests. It is a not for profit company and has good reviews. It is a postal test, which means you will have to post it back. |
| Expert Medicals | £20 | Be aware that it is cheap for a reason. They are badly reviewed and have been removed from the Gov.UK approved list – however, their list is just a guidance list. Many customers have complained that they never got their results back |
| 001 Quick Tests | £33 | These PCR Tests are very cheap for home delivery. They offer a fast turnaround time, so you won’t be quarantining for long! |
Best Reviewed PCR Test
| Boots | £62 | There is a Boots in almost every town in the UK, therefore they are reliable. Turn around times are around 24- 48 hours, so you will be out of isolation very fast if you need to go somewhere important. They also offer free home delivery in case you prefer to not travel |
| Collinson | £110.40 | This is an at clinic test and is very costly because of this, however, there is a very fast turnaround time – within 48 hours. Therefore, this is a great PCR test if you want something reliable and fast. There are limited clinics around the country though and is mostly located in the East, so be sure to check if it’s suitable for you first. |
| Randox | £34 – £43 | Randox is rated 3.8 on Trustpilot, with over 14,000 reviews as of early 2022. They are said to have very fast turnaround result times and have a very good price range too! |
| Rainbow Labs | £15 – £49 | In their contract, they offer a refund if no results are issued within 48 hours. This will help put many people at ease, especially if you need to be somewhere on your day 3 return in the UK! |
If all the testing and ever-changing rules are putting you off travel for a few more months, why not travel the UK instead? Here are some of the best budget but boujee things to do in the UK. Or why not explore Oxford? I have a great guide on how to spend 1 day in Oxford!
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