Need a taxi to London City Airport? Airports Taxi UK runs fixed-fare London City airport taxis 24/7, to and from Canary Wharf, the City, the West End, Essex, Kent and beyond. The price is agreed when you book, with ULEZ, the Congestion Charge and any airport drop-off charge already included. Enter your address in the booking form above for an instant London City airport taxi quote, or call +44 7575 470883.
London City Airport Taxi Fares: Quick Answer
One-way fares to London City Airport, taken from our live online booker on 9 October 2026. Your own quote depends on the exact pickup address.
| From | Saloon (up to 4) | MPV or 8-seater | Typical drive |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenwich | £38.59 | £50.66 | 12 min |
| Canary Wharf | £40.28 | £52.74 | 14 min |
| Ilford | £42.03 | £55.01 | 15 min |
| Stratford | £44.34 | £57.63 | 22 min |
| Liverpool Street | £49.04 | £63.53 | 28 min |
| Romford | £54.08 | £69.91 | 33 min |
| Bromley | £54.81 | £70.84 | 34 min |
| King’s Cross | £56.76 | £73.00 | 40 min |
| London Victoria | £58.72 | £75.40 | 43 min |
| Clapham | £65.19 | £83.37 | 53 min |
| Paddington | £65.70 | £83.96 | 55 min |
| Basildon | £68.75 | £89.08 | 39 min |
| Croydon | £69.23 | £88.66 | 55 min |
| Wimbledon | £80.52 | £102.24 | 1 hr 17 min |
| Chelmsford | £83.46 | £107.74 | 53 min |
Booking both ways? A return booked together is 5% cheaper. For more areas, see our London City Airport taxi prices guide.
What Every London City Taxi Fare Includes
- A fixed price, agreed when you book. No meter and no surge pricing.
- ULEZ, the Congestion Charge and any airport drop-off charge already in the quote, so nothing is added on the day.
- One hour of free waiting after your flight lands at London City, with flight tracking. Five minutes free at home pickups.
- Arrivals meeting. On pickups, your driver meets you inside the arrivals hall with a name board.
- Child seats at £10 each, booked in advance with the child’s age.
Taxi to London City Airport: Getting There
London City Airport sits in the Royal Docks in Newham, E16, about three miles east of Canary Wharf. It is the closest airport to central London and the City, and it has a single, compact terminal. That makes it popular for business trips, where a short journey and a quick walk from the car to check-in matter more than anything else.
Because the airport is small, getting from the drop-off point to the gate usually takes less time than at Heathrow or Gatwick. Still, always work to your airline’s check-in cut-off, not the airport’s reputation, and allow extra time on weekday mornings. From the City and Canary Wharf the drive is short, but the roads through east London can be slow at rush hour.
Taxi from London City Airport
When you book a taxi from London City Airport, the driver meets you inside arrivals with your name on a board and walks you to the car. We track your flight and the first hour after landing is free, so a delayed arrival is covered. For a premium car, see our London City chauffeur service.
Popular routes from the airport:
- London City Airport to Canary Wharf taxi: about 14 minutes
- London City Airport to Stratford taxi
- London City Airport to Greenwich taxi
- London City Airport to Wimbledon taxi
- London City Airport to Clapham taxi
London City Airport Taxi vs the DLR
The airport has its own DLR station, which links to Canary Wharf, Bank and Stratford. For one person with hand luggage going to the City, the DLR is cheap and quick. A taxi is the better choice if you have big cases, are travelling as a family or group, are heading somewhere that means changing trains, or are landing late. It is also the easier option for business travellers who want to work on the way or need to be dropped at an exact address.
| Pre-booked taxi | DLR | Taxi rank | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price known in advance | Yes, fixed | Yes | No, metered |
| Door to door | Yes | No | Yes |
| Waits for a late flight | 1 hour free after landing | No | N/A |
| Large luggage and groups | Choose the car size | Difficult at busy times | Depends on car |
Business Travel from London City
A lot of London City traffic is business travel: day trips to European offices, early flights back from meetings. We can book for colleagues and visitors, add a reference to each booking, and send an executive car or executive minivan. See business travel and corporate airport transfers.
Choose the Right Car
| Vehicle | Passengers | Suitcases | Good for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saloon | 4 | 2 | Solo travellers and couples |
| Estate | 4 | 4 | Extra luggage |
| Executive | 3 | 2 | Business travel |
| MPV | 6 | 4 | Families and small groups |
| 8-seater | 8 | 8 | Larger groups |
| Executive minivan | 8 | 8 | Corporate groups |
For a client pickup, the executive car is the usual choice. For families heading off on holiday with full-size cases, book an estate or MPV.
Taxi to London City Airport Near Me: Areas We Cover
We collect from anywhere in London, Essex and Kent, and further afield on request. Local route pages:
East London and Docklands
- Canary Wharf to London City Airport taxi
- Greenwich to London City Airport taxi
- Stratford to London City Airport taxi
South and West London
- Balham to London City Airport taxi
- Battersea to London City Airport taxi
- Clapham to London City Airport taxi
- Earlsfield to London City Airport taxi
- Fulham to London City Airport taxi
- Putney to London City Airport taxi
- Streatham to London City Airport taxi
- Tooting to London City Airport taxi
- Wandsworth to London City Airport taxi
- Wimbledon to London City Airport taxi
North London
Essex and further afield
- Basildon to London City Airport taxi
- Chelmsford to London City Airport taxi
- Aylesbury to London City Airport taxi
- Bath to London City Airport taxi
- Chichester to London City Airport taxi
Other airports
Not listed? Enter your postcode in the booking form. If it gives a price, we cover it.
London City Airport Transfers to Other Airports
- London City to Stansted: £75.39 in a saloon, about 43 minutes
- London City to Gatwick: £95.29 in a saloon, about 1 hour
- Heathrow to London City Airport taxi: £114.12 to Terminal 5 in a saloon, about 1 hr 18 min
Other airports: Gatwick airport taxi, Heathrow airport taxi, Stansted airport taxi, Luton airport taxi, Southend airport taxi, Southampton airport taxi, Birmingham airport taxi, Bristol airport taxi, Manchester airport taxi, Liverpool airport taxi, Edinburgh airport taxi, Glasgow airport taxi.
How to Book a Taxi to London City Airport
- Get your London City Airport taxi quote. Enter your address in the form at the top of the page. Every car type and price shows straight away.
- Choose a car by passengers and luggage. Add a return journey to save 5%.
- Add flight details, child seats and notes for the driver.
- Get confirmation by email, with your driver’s details before you travel.
Prefer to talk to someone? Call +44 7575 470883 or email info@airportstaxiuk.co.uk. Bookings are taken 24/7.
About Airports Taxi UK
Airports Taxi UK is run by Onward Travel Solutions Ltd (Company No. 17416613), registered at 124 City Road, London EC1V 2NX. For flight and terminal information, see the official London City Airport website.
London City to Other Airports
Changing airports? We run fixed-fare transfers from London City to Gatwick and Stansted, and from Gatwick to London City, with fares quoted from our booker on each page.
Meet and Greet at London City Airport
For every London City Airport pickup, your driver waits inside the single arrivals hall with your name on a board, and you get 60 minutes of free waiting from landing. Fares start from £39.90 to Canary Wharf. See London City Airport meet and greet for how it works and more fares.
London City Airport Taxi FAQs
How much is a taxi to London City Airport from Canary Wharf?
£40.28 in a saloon from our live booker, about 14 minutes.
How much is a taxi from London City Airport to central London?
To Liverpool Street it is £49.04 in a saloon, to King’s Cross £56.76 and to London Victoria £58.72.
Where will my driver meet me at London City Airport?
Inside the arrivals hall, holding a sign with your name.
How long will the driver wait if my flight is late?
We track your flight. You get one hour of free waiting from the time it actually lands.
Are ULEZ and the Congestion Charge included?
Yes. They are already in the fare.
Can I book an executive car to London City Airport?
Yes. Choose Executive or Executive minivan in the booking form.
Is a return cheaper?
Yes. Booking both legs together saves 5%.
Book Your London City Airport Taxi
Use the form at the top of the page for a fixed price in under a minute, or call +44 7575 470883.