London City Airport Taxi – Fixed Price from £65, Book Online 24/7
A fixed fare per car to or from London City Airport, agreed when you book. TfL-licensed drivers, a name board in arrivals, and the same price at 4am as at 4pm.
Per car, not per person. No surge, no night surcharge. Free cancellation up to 24h before.
London City Airport taxi prices: fixed fares from the terminal
London City Airport transfers with Rushxo are a fixed fare per car, agreed when you book and unchanged by traffic, the time of day or how busy the apps are. The driver meets you in the arrivals hall with a name board, your flight is tracked, and 60 minutes of waiting after landing is included. The tables below are our published saloon fares from the airport; the same price applies in the other direction, and a return booked together is 10% off.
Every fare includes the driver, fuel, the airport charges, the Congestion Charge and ULEZ where they apply, and meet and greet. Executive cars, 6-seat MPVs and 8-seater minibuses are quoted the same way, per vehicle, not per person.
London City Airport to London boroughs
| London Borough | Distance | Duration | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newham | 2 mi | 10-20 min | from £65 |
| Tower Hamlets | 5 mi | 15-35 min | from £65 |
| Greenwich | 5 mi | 15-35 min | from £40 |
| Hackney | 7 mi | 20-45 min | from £45 |
| City of London | 7 mi | 20-45 min | from £65 |
| Islington | 9 mi | 25-50 min | from £45 |
| Westminster | 11 mi | 30-60 min | from £50 |
| Kensington and Chelsea | 14 mi | 40-75 min | from £60 |
London City Airport to central London and the Docklands
| London Area | Distance | Duration | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canary Wharf | 3 mi | 10-25 min | from £65 |
| Stratford | 5 mi | 15-35 min | from £40 |
| Shoreditch | 7 mi | 20-45 min | from £45 |
| Soho | 10 mi | 30-55 min | from £50 |
| Mayfair | 11 mi | 30-60 min | from £55 |
| Knightsbridge | 13 mi | 35-70 min | from £60 |
| Chelsea | 14 mi | 40-75 min | from £60 |
| Notting Hill | 15 mi | 40-80 min | from £65 |
London City Airport to the mainline stations
| Train Station | Distance | Duration | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liverpool Street Station | 7 mi | 20-45 min | from £45 |
| King's Cross Station | 10 mi | 30-55 min | from £50 |
| St Pancras International | 10 mi | 30-55 min | from £50 |
| Euston Station | 11 mi | 30-60 min | from £55 |
| Waterloo Station | 11 mi | 30-60 min | from £55 |
| Paddington Station | 14 mi | 40-75 min | from £60 |
About London City Airport: terminal, drop-off charge and how pickups work
London City is the small one: a single terminal on the Royal Docks, about three miles from Canary Wharf and seven from the City. It handles business traffic to Europe and a growing leisure schedule, and it is the fastest London airport to get through in both directions, which is exactly why a pre-booked car makes sense here. The terminal has one arrivals exit, so the meeting point is simple: your driver stands just past baggage reclaim with a name board.
Drop-off is a barrierless forecourt with a charge of £8 for up to five minutes, then £1.60 a minute (September 2026; the airport publishes changes on its own site). We build the charge into your fixed fare, so there is nothing to pay at the kerb. For pickups the driver uses the short-stay car park beside the terminal and walks over to arrivals. The DLR station is on the terminal doorstep, which is worth knowing if you are one person with a rucksack; for anyone with cases, a group, or a meeting to reach, the car wins on time and certainty.
| London City Airport at a glance | Detail |
|---|---|
| Terminals | One passenger terminal; one arrivals hall |
| Drop-off charge | £8 for 5 minutes, then £1.60 per minute, included in our fare |
| Pickup point | Short-stay car park, two minutes from arrivals; driver meets you inside |
| Distance to the City | About 7 miles, 20 to 45 minutes |
| Distance to Canary Wharf | About 3 miles, 10 to 25 minutes |
| Rail alternative | DLR from the terminal to Bank in about 22 minutes |
Meet and greet, flight tracking and 60 minutes of free waiting
Give us the flight number when you book and we monitor it from departure. If it lands early the driver is there early; if it is late the pickup moves with it and you are not charged for the change. From the moment the aircraft is on the ground you have 60 minutes of free waiting, which covers the walk, passport control and baggage at an airport where most people are through in 20. Domestic and Schengen arrivals are met at the same point.
The driver is named, with a photo and the vehicle registration, in your confirmation the day before. On arrival you also get their direct mobile number, and our dispatch desk answers 020 8888 9988 around the clock if anything changes on the day.
Vehicles for London City Airport transfers
| Vehicle | Passengers | Luggage | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saloon | Up to 4 | 2 large cases and hand luggage | Solo and couple transfers, the everyday choice |
| Executive | Up to 3 | 2 large cases | Client pickups, quiet business travel |
| MPV | 5 to 6 | Up to 6 cases | Families, small teams, extra luggage |
| 8-seater minibus | 7 to 8 | Up to 8 cases | Groups, crews, sports teams |
| Wheelchair-accessible | Varies | Ramp or lift, chair stays occupied | Booked in advance, no extra charge for the vehicle type |
Child seats are available on request at booking. For anything larger than eight passengers we send two vehicles or a 16-seater minibus, priced per vehicle in the same way.
How booking works
- Get the fare: enter pickup and drop-off on the booking page for an instant fixed quote, message +44 7466 237870 on WhatsApp, or call 020 8888 9988. The price you see is the price you pay.
- Confirm: pay online by card, PayPal, Apple Pay or Google Pay, or secure the car with a 30% deposit and pay the balance 24 hours before travel. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup.
- Relax: you receive the driver’s name, photo and registration the day before, a text when they are on the way, and the meeting point inside arrivals for airport pickups.
- Coming back: book the return in the same booking and it is 10% off. For a departure we recommend a pickup time based on your flight and the traffic that day.
Taxi, DLR, black cab or app: what works from London City
For one traveller with a cabin bag the DLR is cheap and usually quick: Bank in about 22 minutes, Canary Wharf in 15 with a change at Poplar or Canning Town, and then whatever the onward leg looks like with luggage. A black cab from the rank is metered, so the fare depends on the traffic that day. A ride-hailing app quotes a price that can be re-quoted at a busy moment, and drivers will not always accept an airport job at 6am.
A pre-booked fixed fare is the option that does not move. Two people to the West End, a family to Kent with cases, or a client who must be at a meeting in the City by nine: the car is confirmed the day before, the driver is inside the terminal, and the fare was settled when you booked.
| Option | Price behaviour | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Rushxo fixed fare | Agreed at booking, includes airport charges and waiting | Groups, luggage, early flights, meetings, anywhere outside Zone 1 |
| DLR | Cheapest; pay per person | One person, light bag, central destination on the line |
| Black cab rank | Metered; rises in traffic | Kerbside, short hop into the City or Docklands |
| Ride-hailing app | Dynamic; can re-quote before pickup | Off-peak, short distance, no deadline |
Why book London City Airport transfers with Rushxo
We are a TfL-licensed private hire operator (licence 11588) based in Dartford, on the Kent side of the Dartford Crossing, and London City is the nearest airport to our home patch. That matters for the journeys other operators quote badly: Bexley, Bromley, Greenwich, Dartford, Gravesend, Sevenoaks, Maidstone and the Medway towns are all local runs for our drivers, priced as fixed fares rather than metered guesses. We cover every London postcode, Kent and Essex 24 hours a day, and the fare is the same at 4am as at 4pm.
Drivers are TfL-licensed with enhanced DBS checks, vehicles are licensed and insured, and you can read what customers say before you book. If you land at London City on an early flight and want a car into central London, our early-arrival guide covers the roads and the timing.
Longer journeys from London City Airport
| UK City | Distance | Duration | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge | 60 mi | 75-115 min | from £135 |
| Oxford | 65 mi | 75-120 min | from £145 |
| Brighton | 60 mi | 80-130 min | from £150 |
| Bath | 115 mi | 130-185 min | from £230 |
| Birmingham | 125 mi | 140-200 min | from £240 |
| Manchester | 210 mi | 210-290 min | from £380 |
| Destination | Distance | Duration | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heathrow Airport | 30 mi | 50-100 min | from £85 |
| Gatwick Airport | 35 mi | 55-110 min | from £90 |
| Stansted Airport | 40 mi | 55-100 min | from £85 |
| Luton Airport | 40 mi | 60-105 min | from £95 |
| Southampton Cruise Terminal | 90 mi | 110-160 min | from £150 |
| Dover Cruise Terminal | 80 mi | 95-150 min | from £175 |
London City Airport transfers: questions
How much is a taxi from London City Airport to central London?
Our published saloon fares from the airport start from £65 for the nearest boroughs and Canary Wharf and rise with distance across London; the tables above show the figure for each destination and the same price applies in the other direction. The fare is per car for up to four passengers, includes the airport drop-off charge and any Congestion Charge, and is fixed when you book.
Where do I meet my driver at London City Airport?
Inside the single arrivals hall, just past the baggage reclaim exit, holding a name board with your name on it. The exact meeting point and the driver’s mobile number are in your confirmation.
Is there a drop-off charge at London City Airport?
Yes. The forecourt is barrierless and charges £8 for up to five minutes, then £1.60 a minute (September 2026). We include it in the fixed fare, so there is nothing to pay on the day. Pickups use the short-stay car park beside the terminal.
What happens if my flight is delayed?
We track the flight and move the pickup automatically. Free waiting is 60 minutes from the actual landing time, not the scheduled one, and the fare does not change for a delay.
Is the DLR cheaper than a taxi from London City?
For one person with a cabin bag, yes: the DLR runs from the terminal to Bank in about 22 minutes. For two or more people, anyone with cases, a destination off the DLR line, or an early or late flight, a fixed-fare car is usually the better value once the onward leg and the time are counted.
How far is London City Airport from Canary Wharf and from Heathrow?
Canary Wharf is about three miles, 10 to 25 minutes by car. Heathrow is about 30 miles across London, 50 to 100 minutes depending on traffic, and we run it as a fixed fare shown in the airports table above.
Do you charge extra for luggage or waiting time?
No. Luggage is included within the vehicle’s capacity, and airport pickups include 60 minutes of free waiting. If you need more space we suggest an MPV or 8-seater at booking rather than adding charges later.
Can I book a return transfer in advance?
Yes. Book both legs together and the return is 10% off. For the departure leg we agree a pickup time based on your flight and the traffic that day, and the driver waits at the address if you are running behind.
Can I cancel or change a London City Airport booking?
Yes. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the pickup, and changes to the time or address are made by phone or WhatsApp at no cost. Payment is by card, PayPal, Apple Pay or Google Pay online, or a 30% deposit with the balance due 24 hours before travel.
Long-distance fixed fares, both ways
Long-distance journeys at a fixed fare per car, both directions and the return on one page: cities and towns to London, the airports and the stations (20 to 150 miles), every London borough to cities, airports and event venues (20 to 200 miles) and stadiums, racecourses, circuits, arenas and festivals from London, the airports and cities. No surge, driver named the day before, 24/7.
Searching for London City taxi? Rushxo covers it with a pre-booked, fixed-fare car, live flight and train tracking, and 24/7 availability.
London City Airport taxi routes A to Z (205 pickup areas)
Every area we collect from for London City Airport, each with its own fixed fare and journey planner.
A (4)
Acton, Aldgate, Angel, Archway
B (22)
Balham, Bank, Barbican, Barking and Dagenham, Barnet, Battersea, Bayswater, Beckenham, Belgravia, Bermondsey, Bexley, Bexleyheath, Biggin Hill, Blackfriars Station, Bloomsbury, Borough, Brent Cross, Brent, Brentford Community Stadium, Brentford, Brixton, Bromley
C (17)
Camberwell, Camden, Camden Town, Canary Wharf and the City, Cannon Street Station, Catford, Charing Cross Station, Chelsea, Chiswick, City of London, Clapham, Clerkenwell, Covent Garden, Cranford, Craven Cottage, Cricklewood, Croydon
D (3)
Dalston, Dartford, Dover Cruise Terminal
E (11)
Ealing, East Dulwich, East Midlands, Ebbsfleet International, Edgware, Edmonton, Eltham, Emirates Stadium, Enfield, Euston, Excel London
F (8)
Farnborough, Farringdon, Feltham, Fenchurch Street Station, Finchley, Finsbury Park, Fitzrovia, Fulham
G (6)
Getting, Golders Green, Gravesend, Greenford, Greenwich Ship Tier, Greenwich
H (19)
Hackney, Hammersmith and Fulham, Hammersmith, Hampstead, Haringey, Harlow, Harrow, Harwich International Port, Hatton Garden, Havering, Hayes, Hendon, Heston, Highgate, Hillingdon, Holborn, Hornchurch, Hounslow, Humberside
I (3)
Ilford, Islington, Iver
K (8)
Kensington and Chelsea, Kensington, Kia Oval, Kilburn, Kings Cross, Kingston, Kingston upon Thames, Knightsbridge
L (15)
Lambeth, Lewisham, Liverpool Street, London Bridge Station, London Brixton, London Canary Wharf, London Fulham, London International Cruise Terminal Tilbury, London Islington, London Stadium, London Waterloo, London Wembley, London Woolwich, Longfield, Lords Cricket Ground
M (6)
Marylebone, Mayfair, Merton, Mitcham, Moorgate Station, Morden
N (4)
Neasden, Newham, Northolt, Notting Hill
O (2)
Orpington, Ovo Arena Wembley
P (7)
Paddington, Park Royal, Pimlico, Pinner, Portsmouth International Port, Purley, Putney
R (7)
Redbridge, Richmond, Richmond upon Thames, Riverside Stadium, Romford, Ruislip, Rushxo Central London
S (32)
Selhurst Park, Sevenoaks, Shepherds Bush, Shoreditch, Sidcup, Slough, Soho, South Kensington, Southall, Southampton Central, Southampton City Cruise Terminal, Southampton Cruise Port, Southampton Cruise Terminal, Southampton Horizon Terminal, Southampton Mayflower Terminal, Southampton Ocean Terminal, Southampton, Southwark, Spitalfields, St Jamess, St Pancras International, Staines, Stamford Bridge, Stanmore, Stoke Newington, Strand, Stratford, Streatham, Surbiton, Sutton, Swanley, Sydenham
T (13)
Temple, Thamesmead, The City, The Arena, The Valley, Tilbury Cruise Terminal, Tonbridge, Tooting, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Tottenham, Tower Hamlets, Twickenham Stadium, Twickenham
U (1)
Uxbridge
V (2)
Vauxhall, Victoria
W (15)
Waltham Forest, Walthamstow, Wandsworth, Waterloo, Watford, Wembley Park, Wembley Stadium, Wembley, West Drayton, Westminster, Whitehall, Willesden, Wimbledon, Wood Green, Woolwich
London City Airport: questions first-time visitors ask
What is the best way to get from London City Airport to central London?
The DLR stops right at the London City Airport terminal, with direct trains towards Bank in the City. That works well if you are travelling light and staying near Bank. With suitcases, children or a hotel away from the station, a pre-booked Rushxo car takes you door to door from £65 fixed.
Should I pre-book a London City Airport taxi or use the taxi rank?
A rank taxi runs on the meter, so the fare depends on traffic and the queue depends on how many flights have just landed. A pre-booked Rushxo fare is fixed before you fly; your driver meets you in arrivals with a name board and we track your flight, so a delay does not change the booking or the price.
How far in advance should I book a London City Airport transfer?
Book as soon as your flight times are confirmed so the right vehicle is reserved, especially if you need an MPV, an 8-seater or a very early pickup. Pickups run 24/7.
Can I book a London City Airport transfer for a family of four with two young children?
Yes. For four people with luggage an MPV is the comfortable choice. Child seats are available: add each child's age when you book. Under UK rules, if a suitable child seat is not available in a licensed taxi or private hire car, children under 3 may travel in the rear without one and children aged 3 or over must wear an adult seat belt in the rear, so asking for seats when you book is the safer choice.
London City Airport: events, venues, airports & the wider network
Rushxo runs fixed-price transfers from London City Airport to events and venues, every major airport and cruise terminal, and towns and cities right across London and the South East. Every journey is a fixed price agreed before you book.
Event & venue transfers
O2 Arena · Wembley Stadium · Twickenham Stadium · Emirates Stadium · Ascot Racecourse · Epsom Derby · Download Festival · Brands Hatch
Airports & cruise terminals
Gatwick Airport · Heathrow Airport · Stansted Airport · Luton Airport · Southend Airport · Cruise transfers
Popular towns & cities
London · Brighton · Canterbury · Chelmsford · Cambridge · Oxford · Guildford
Explore the network
Airport transfers · Events & venues · Event airport transfers
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