London City Airport
General information
London City Airport is, in comparison to the other five London airports, very popular among business travellers because of its location. The business districts City of London and Canary Wharf are located in close proximity.
Location
Where is London City Airport situated?
London City Airport is located east of London city centre, close to the A13 road.
How many terminals does London City Airport have?
The airport consists of one small terminal with two floors.
Airport Map
Nearby airports
A good alternative for flying to or from London City Airport are the following airports, sorted by distance from the airport. You can also take a look at the complete list of airports in United Kingdom.
| Airport | Distance |
|---|---|
| London Heathrow Airport | 35km |
| London Gatwick Airport | 42km |
| London Stansted Airport | 44km |
| London Southend Airport | 45km |
| London Luton Airport | 50km |
| Southampton Airport | 116km |
| Birmingham Airport | 162km |
| East Midlands Airport | 175km |
| Bristol Airport | 192km |
| Ostend Bruges Airport (Belgium) | 199km |
Transportation
Car
The distance from London City Airport to the centre of London is 14 kilometres. By car, it takes 30 minutes to get to the centre of London.
From LCY Airport to London City centre by Car
Public transport
It is possible to travel to and from London City Airport by public transport. If you opt for public transport to and from London City Airport you can travel by train and tram. Visit the London City Airport transportation page for the possibilities.
Taxi transfer
A taxi is the quickest and most comfortable way to get to and from London City Airport. The price for a taxi ride from the airport to the centre of London is about £ 35.-. Book your taxi at London City Airport and discover the comfort of pre-booked taxis.
From LCY Airport to London City centre by Taxi
Car rental
At London City Airport you can rent a car from car rental companies Avis, Europcar, Budget, Hertz and local providers. It is most convenient to find and book a car well in advance. By doing so, you can save money and time at the airport.
Airport parking
London City Airport offers various official parking options, from premium to low cost. In addition, alternative parking options are available near the airport. If you want to park as cheaply as possible, it's wise to book online!
At the airport
Do you want more information about facilities, currency exchange, services, free Wi-Fi, lounges, etc. at London City Airport? Check our at the airport page for a complete overview of all facilities and services at London City Airport.
Flights
Departures and arrivals
Looking for departure times and/or arrival times? Find the latest flight status information for flights departing from and arriving at London City Airport.
Flight tickets
Looking for a cheap flight? Use our flight search engine to find and book cheap flights from and to the airport.
Which airlines fly from and to London City Airport?
We offer you a list of airlines at London City Airport. The main airlines at the airport are:
- British Airways (BA)
- Flybe (BE)
- Alitalia (AZ)
- KLM (KL)
- Swiss (LX)
Accommodations
Hotels near the airport
Looking for the best hotels near London City Airport? We have selected the best hotels near the airport in different price ranges. Take a look at our accommodations page for more information.
Hotels in London
Looking for the best hotels in London? We have selected the best hotels in the city in different price ranges. Take a look at our accommodations page for more information.
Things to do
It is possible to book tickets, activities and tours in the city and near London City Airport. You can avoid queues and save money by buying your tickets online. Planning a trip and wondering what to do, we give you some inspiration!
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