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Can I get a taxi at London City airport?

Catch a ride just outside our terminal There is a cab rank with licensed London Black Taxis outside the terminal building, many with built-in wheelchair access. Fares can vary according to time of day and traffic conditions – ask your driver for details.



Yes, you can easily get a taxi at London City Airport (LCY), and it is often the most convenient "gold standard" for travelers heading to Canary Wharf or the City of London. There is a dedicated taxi rank located directly outside the terminal building where licensed London "Black Cabs" are available 24/7. These drivers are famous for passing "The Knowledge," meaning they can navigate the city's complex streets without a GPS. Unlike private hire vehicles, Black Cabs are metered, and the price is regulated by Transport for London (TfL). Alternatively, you can book an Uber or another rideshare service, but you will typically need to meet the driver in the designated "Pick Up" area in the airport car park, which is a short walk from the arrivals hall. London City Airport is uniquely positioned close to the heart of the city, making the taxi ride relatively short—often under 15–20 minutes to the financial district. For those seeking the most efficient door-to-door service after a short-haul flight, the airport's taxi rank remains the most reliable and professional option available.

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London's official taxis, black cabs can be hailed in the street or at designated ranks located in prominent places, including many train, Tube and bus stations.

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Bus from London City Airport The bus is definitely the cheapest option, but might not be the most convenient from London City Airport depending on your destination. Cost: A ticket costs £1.50. Journeys cannot be paid in cash, you must have a contactless card or an Oyster card.

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London City Airport (LCY) is the closest airport to central London, and it's easily accessible by Tube, bus or taxi. Because it's a smaller airport, arrivals and departures at LCY can be much quicker and easier than larger airports in London.

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you could get there 30-40 mins before departure and get through easily with time to spare. Security is always v quick helped by the fact everything can stay in your bag and then larger liquid allowance. It's a very small airport so departure gates not a long trek.

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Paying for your journey For some reason, many visitors tend to believe black cabs only accept cash. This isn't true – it's the 2020s, after all! All black cab drivers will take contactless credit and/ or debit card payments via a card payment device.

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All taxi drivers must accept card and contactless payments via the approved TfL fixed card payment device located in the passenger compartment and provide printed receipts for those payments upon request. Handheld payment devices do not meet the licensing requirements and are regarded as unapproved devices.

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As was perhaps to be expected, London City Airport, the closest airport to the City, is also the most expensive.

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Booking your Airport Taxi is easy-peasy!
  1. Enter your pick up, drop off, flight details and no. of passengers.
  2. Hit 'search'
  3. Pick your perfect airport taxi.
  4. Choose from cars, MPVs, executive cars, and minibuses.


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Because of space limitations and just one, very short runway, large aircraft is not permitted to use the airport, which limits long-haul flight availability. The lack of space also means that London City Airport operates out of a relatively small terminal building.

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The size and layout of the airport and overall complexity caused by the lack of taxiways mean that the airport gets very busy during peak hours.

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From the London railway stations, the airport is easily accessible by the London underground. The nearest underground station to the airport is Canning Town. Canning Town is on the Jubilee Line, and DLR services are available between the airport and this station.

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Travel Hacks: 8 Ways To Avoid The UK Air Passenger Duty (Airport Departure Tax)
  1. 1). Depart from Belfast, Northern Ireland (BFS)
  2. 2). Depart from the Scottish Highlands and Islands.
  3. 3). Take a ferry.
  4. 4). Take a bus.
  5. 5). Share a ride.
  6. 6). Take a train.
  7. 7). Transit for less than 24 hours.
  8. 8). Don't go.


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