London City Airport Transfers · Business Travel Specialists
London City Airport Taxi to & from London
Fast, pre-booked taxis between London City Airport and Soho, the City, Canary Wharf and anywhere in London. Built for business travellers on tight schedules, with a TfL-licensed driver, flight monitoring on arrivals and a fixed fare agreed before you travel.
- Around 30 to 50 minutes from the West End
- Flight monitoring and free waiting on arrivals
- Executive Mercedes and luxury cars for business travel
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London City Airport Taxis
London City Airport Transfers From Soho and Across London
London City Airport is the closest airport to central London, set in the Royal Docks in east London, around 7 miles from the City and roughly 10 miles from Soho. Its short runway means smaller aircraft and a mainly business and short-haul schedule, with flights to European business hubs and UK cities. Passengers choose it because it is quick: a compact terminal, short walks and a fast journey into town, which a pre-booked car makes even quicker.
Soho Cars has run London City Airport transfers from our base on Old Bond Street in the West End, since 1993. It is a favourite with our corporate customers heading to and from offices in the West End, the City and Canary Wharf. Every booking comes with a TfL-licensed driver, a fixed fare and flight monitoring on arrivals, and you can choose an executive Mercedes for client meetings. Flying from elsewhere? See our Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted and Luton pages.
London City at a glance
Know before you go
- Around 7 miles from the City of London
- Typically 30 to 50 minutes from the West End
- One compact terminal in the Royal Docks
- Main routes: A13, the Highway and A1020
Journey Times
How Long Is a Taxi From London City Airport to Central London?
Because it is so close to central London, most journeys from London City Airport take 30 to 50 minutes to the West End and 20 to 35 minutes to the City. Canary Wharf is often just 10 to 20 minutes away, which is why so many business travellers use it.
The times shown are typical door-to-door journeys outside the worst of rush hour. Your driver picks the quickest route on the day using live traffic, and your fare stays the same whichever way they go.
Driver tip
The A13 and the Highway into the City are busiest on weekday mornings, when most flights land. If you have a meeting straight after landing, allow a little extra time.
| Travelling from | Usual route | Typical journey |
|---|---|---|
| Soho, West End & Mayfair | A13 / the Highway / Embankment | 30 to 50 mins |
| City of London | A13 / the Highway | 20 to 35 mins |
| Canary Wharf & Docklands | A1020 / A1261 | 10 to 20 mins |
| Stratford & east London | A13 / A12 | 15 to 25 mins |
| Camden, Islington & Hampstead | A13 / A501 | 35 to 55 mins |
| Kensington, Chelsea & Fulham | Embankment / A4 | 45 to 65 mins |
| Greenwich & south-east London | Blackwall or Silvertown Tunnel | 20 to 40 mins |
| Heathrow Airport | A13 / A406 / M4 | 60 to 90 mins |
Airport Guide
London City Airport: Arrivals, Departures and Connections
London City is small and efficient, which makes timing easy to get right. Here is how your journey works.
Terminal
One compact terminal
All flights use a single terminal with short walking distances, so you move from the car to check-in, and from arrivals to the car, in minutes.
Flights
Business-focused schedule
Mainly short-haul business routes to European financial centres and UK cities, with busy early-morning and early-evening peaks on weekdays.
Location
In the Royal Docks
The airport sits in east London near ExCeL, Canary Wharf and the O2, so it is ideal for conferences, exhibitions and meetings in Docklands.
Arrivals
Meeting your driver
Give us your flight number when you book. Your driver monitors your flight, meets you in arrivals and helps with your luggage to the car.
Departures
Dropping you off
Your driver takes you to the terminal drop-off area. Tell us your flight time and we will plan a pick-up that gets you there with time to spare.
Business travel
Corporate journeys
For regular business travel, ask us about corporate accounts, so your team can book London City runs without paying journey by journey.
Need a car to or from another airport? We cover Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Southend. See our London airport transfers page.
Taxi, DLR or Elizabeth Line?
What Is the Best Way From London City Airport to London?
London City is well connected by rail, so the best option depends on where you are going, your luggage and how much time you have.
Door to door
Pre-booked taxi
Best for: business travellers with meetings to reach, families, heavy luggage and anyone not staying on the DLR. Your driver meets you and the fare is fixed.
Bear in mind: weekday rush hour can slow the run into the City and West End.
Rail from the terminal
DLR
Best for: travellers with light bags heading to Canary Wharf, Bank or Stratford, with a station right by the terminal.
Bear in mind: you will usually need to change for the West End, and trains are busy at peak times.
Fast cross-London rail
Elizabeth line
Best for: reaching Liverpool Street, Tottenham Court Road and Paddington after a short connection at Custom House.
Bear in mind: the connection adds a walk or a change, which is harder with suitcases.
For client meetings
Executive car
Best for: arriving at meetings composed and on time in a quiet Mercedes E-Class or S-Class, where you can take calls on the way.
Bear in mind: book in advance during busy business weeks.
No booking needed
Black cab rank
Best for: a last-minute ride when nothing is booked. A rank operates outside the terminal.
Bear in mind: fares are metered and rise with traffic.
On demand
App ride-hailing
Best for: short-notice trips when you are happy to wait for a car to arrive.
Bear in mind: prices can surge at busy times, especially on weekday evenings.
Choose Your Car for London City Airport
Most London City travellers fly light, so a Passat or an executive Mercedes E-Class is usually ideal. For senior executives and VIP guests, the S-Class, Range Rover or Rolls-Royce Phantom make the right impression, and the Sharan or 8-seat Vito suit teams heading to conferences at ExCeL.
Economy
VW Passat
Up to 4 passengers · 2 suitcases
Ideal for: Everyday journeys, station runs and nights out.
Economy Estate
VW Passat Estate
Up to 4 passengers · 3 suitcases
Ideal for: Airport runs with extra luggage.
People Carrier
VW Sharan
Up to 6 passengers · 3 suitcases
Ideal for: Families and small groups.
Minibus
Mercedes Vito
Up to 8 passengers · 6 suitcases
Ideal for: Groups, events and airport transfers with lots of luggage.
Executive
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Up to 4 passengers · 2 suitcases
Ideal for: Business travel and client pickups.
First Class
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Up to 3 passengers · 2 suitcases
Ideal for: VIP guests, roadshows and special occasions.
Luxury SUV
Range Rover Vogue LWB 2026
Up to 4 passengers · 3 suitcases
Ideal for: VIP airport pickups and discreet executive travel.
Ultra Luxury
Rolls-Royce Phantom
Up to 3 passengers · 2 suitcases
Ideal for: Weddings, red-carpet events and anniversaries.
Need something different? We can arrange any vehicle on request, and extra vehicles for group travel. Call 020 4625 5555.
Plan Your Transfer
London City Airport Tips From Our Drivers
The questions London City travellers ask us most often.
01
How early should I leave for London City Airport?
London City is known for quick check-in and security, but check your airline’s check-in deadline, which can be earlier than at larger airports. From the West End, allow 30 to 50 minutes plus a buffer.
02
Morning business flights
Weekday flights between 6am and 9am are the busiest. Book the night before at the latest so a driver is confirmed for your time.
03
What if my flight is early or delayed?
We monitor your flight and adjust to your actual landing time. Collections include 40 minutes of free waiting for European flights and one hour for international flights.
04
Going straight to a meeting?
Tell us the meeting address and we will take you there directly. If you have luggage, we can drop it at your hotel afterwards, or you can keep the car with our hourly hire.
05
Corporate accounts
For teams that fly through London City often, ask us about a corporate account so bookings are simple and journeys are not paid one by one.
06
Payment and cancellations
Pay in cash or by any major card. Cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before pickup; later cancellations may be charged in full. See our terms and conditions.
London City Airport Taxis From Every Part of London
We collect from and drop off at any address in Greater London, from Soho and the West End to the City, Canary Wharf and east, north, south and west London, with London City Airport transfers running around the clock.
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North & East London
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FAQs
London City Airport Taxi Questions
Can’t find your answer? Call us any time, day or night, for a London City Airport quote.
How far is London City Airport from central London?
London City Airport is around 7 miles from the City of London and roughly 10 miles from Soho and the West End, in the Royal Docks in east London.
How long does a taxi from London City Airport take?
Typically 30 to 50 minutes to the West End, 20 to 35 minutes to the City and 10 to 20 minutes to Canary Wharf, depending on traffic.
Where will my driver meet me at London City Airport?
Your driver meets you in arrivals after you have collected your bags, then walks with you to the car.
What happens if my flight is delayed?
We monitor your flight and adjust your pickup to the actual landing time, with 40 minutes of free waiting for European flights and one hour for international flights.
Can I book an executive car to London City Airport?
Yes. Choose a Mercedes-Benz E-Class or S-Class, or for VIP guests the Range Rover Vogue LWB 2026 or Rolls-Royce Phantom.
Do you take teams to ExCeL or Canary Wharf?
Yes. We run transfers from London City Airport to ExCeL, Canary Wharf, the O2 and offices across London, with people carriers for groups.