London City Airport Transfers
London City Transfers, Minutes From the City
A London City Airport transfer with Barons costs from £75, the lowest of the six London airports. The fare is fixed before you travel.
London City sits about 6 miles from the Square Mile. The drive takes 15 to 25 minutes.
There is one terminal, and most flights are short haul with hand luggage. Reclaim is fast, so free waiting here is 30 minutes.
The short drive makes same day trips work. Fly in from Europe, meet in Canary Wharf and fly home that evening.
- IATA code
- LCY
- To the Square Mile
- 6 mi
- Minutes by road
- 15 to 25
- Fixed fare from
- £75
Every London City Transfer Includes
Meet and greet
30 minutes free waitingOne hall and a fast reclaim. Your chauffeur is in place before you clear it.Straight to the Wharf
About 6 milesThe shortest airport run in London, to Canary Wharf or the Square Mile.More on straight to the wharfTight departures
Timed to check inCheck in windows here are short. We plan the pick up rather than guess it.Same day returns
Both legs heldOut in the morning, back in the evening. We book the return car with the first.More on same day returns
What Matters on a Short Run
Waiting set to the airport
30 minutes, not 60. Reclaim here is quick, so a longer allowance would sit unused.The building, not the postcode
Most trips end at a Wharf tower or a City office. We use the right vehicle entrance.Already in place
On a 15 minute run, there is no time to make up a late start. The car is there before you land.Billed to your account
Most trips here are business, and many run on monthly billing instead of per trip.More on billed to your account
Teams In and Out in One Day
A full team
Up to 7 seatsA V-Class keeps the team together from the arrivals hall to the meeting.Visiting clients
Met at the terminalYour guests are flown in and driven straight to the meeting.Conference arrivals
Several carsDelegates landing across a morning, moved on one plan with one coordinator.Hand luggage only
A saloon is enoughMost passengers here carry hand luggage, so the boot rarely decides the car.
Where London City Runs To
The terminal
One arrivals hallNo shuttle and no terminal to confirm. Your chauffeur waits inside arrivals.- BA CityFlyer
- KLM
- Wizz Air
- Loganair
Canary Wharf and the City
15 to 25 minutesThe shortest airport run in London, and the reason most people fly into LCY.- Canary Wharf
- Square Mile
- Liverpool Street
- Bishopsgate
Central and west London
Still a short runLonger than the City run, but short by London airport standards.- Mayfair
- Westminster
- Knightsbridge
- Kensington
East and beyond
Along the A13Straight out east, without crossing the city at all.- Greenwich
- Stratford
- Essex
- Kent
Inside the Fixed Fare
- Meet and greet inside the arrivals hall
- Flight tracking from take off
- Free waiting counted from touchdown
- Terminal parking and drop off charges
- Congestion Charge and ULEZ where they apply
- Help with your luggage at both ends
- Child seats for any age
- Wi-Fi, bottled water and phone charging
Book in Four Steps
- 01
Add your flight number
We track your flight with it. If it lands early or late, the pick up moves to match. - 02
Give the full address
Hotels often use a side entrance. The full address puts the car at the right door. - 03
Count your cases
Luggage decides the car more often than people do. An honest count gets the right boot. - 04
Approve the fixed fare
Parking, road charges and waiting are inside it. Your confirmation arrives by email straight away.
For a group or a business account, call +44 (0) 208 997 7103.
What Our Passengers Say
"Exceptional service from start to finish. The driver was impeccably dressed, the car was spotless, and they arrived 10 minutes early. Barons has become my go-to for all executive travel."
"I use Barons for all our client transfers. The professionalism and attention to detail reflects perfectly on our company. Highly recommended for corporate travel."
"From airport pickups to day-long corporate events, Barons delivers consistently excellent service. The Range Rover for my team event was a particular highlight."
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a London City Airport transfer?
From £75, the lowest of the six London airports. The fare is fixed before you travel. Parking and road charges are included.
How long does London City to the Square Mile take?
15 to 25 minutes, over about 6 miles. It is the quickest airport run in London.
Why is free waiting 30 minutes at London City?
Because reclaim here is fast. Most flights are short haul with hand luggage, so you reach arrivals sooner.
How many terminals does London City have?
One, with a single arrivals hall. There is no shuttle and no walk between buildings.
Where will my chauffeur meet me?
Inside the arrivals hall. Your chauffeur holds a name board and is in place before you clear reclaim.
Is London City better than Heathrow for a City meeting?
Yes, on distance and time. London City is about 6 miles away at 15 to 25 minutes. Heathrow is 15 miles at 45 to 75, but has more routes.
Can you handle a same day return?
Yes, it is our most common booking here. We book both legs together, so the evening car is already set.
Which car do I need from London City?
Usually a saloon. Most passengers here carry hand luggage only, so the boot rarely decides.
Can you bill trips to a company account?
Yes. Many London City trips run on a business account with monthly billing.
In Summary
London City Airport transfers with Barons start at £75, fixed before you travel. Canary Wharf and the City are 15 to 25 minutes away.
We track your flight, wait 30 minutes free and include parking and road charges. Book online in about two minutes.