Minutes to the City
The closest airport to Canary Wharf and the Square Mile — ideal between meetings.
London City · LCY
London City
transfers.
Steps from the terminal to a waiting car. A discreet, fixed-price transfer from London City — ideal for the business traveller.
Distance7 miles to the City
Journey20–40 minutes
TerminalSingle terminal
Meet pointArrivals, name board
24/7Reservations & support
5.0★Average client rating
60 minFree wait on arrivals
FixedTransparent pricing
How it works
Met, tracked, and fixed in price.
Your driver meets you in the arrivals hall with a name board; the exact pickup point is confirmed with your booking.
Met in arrivals
A name board and a swift, discreet departure.
Fixed on booking
Agreed in advance; corporate invoicing available.
Flight tracked
Real-time monitoring with delays handled for you.
The fleet
London City from £45.
Six classes, one standard of care. The price you agree at booking is the price you pay — no meter, no surge, no surprises.
| Class | Example | Seats | Luggage | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saloon | Toyota Prius · VW Passat | 4 | 2 | £45 |
| Executive | Mercedes E-Class · BMW 5 Series | 3 | 3 | £70 |
| First Class | Mercedes S-Class · BMW 7 Series | 3 | 3 | £115 |
| Estate | Mercedes E-Class Estate | 4 | 4 | £65 |
| Executive MPV | Mercedes V-Class · Vito | 7 | 7 | £90 |
| Minibus | Mercedes Sprinter (up to 16) | 16 | 16 | £140 |
Always included
One price,
everything in it.
- A chauffeur waiting in arrivals with your name — met in person, never a text to come outside
- 60 minutes of complimentary wait on airport pickups
- Live flight tracking — early or late, the pickup moves to match, at no extra cost
- Every toll, the Congestion Charge and ULEZ already inside the fare
- Free child and booster seats on request
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup
How to book
Four steps
to a waiting car.
01
Tell us your journey
Your flight number, pickup time and destination. Online in a minute, or one call to the office.
02
Choose your vehicle
From a saloon to an executive MPV or minibus — with a fixed or fully-quoted price shown before you commit.
03
Add any extras
Child seats, extra luggage, a courtesy stop — tell us and it is arranged in advance.
04
Confirm and relax
You receive your driver's name, photo and number, plus live updates on the day.
The alternatives
Getting from London City.
How a private chauffeur compares with the train, a taxi and a rideshare from London City.
| How you travel | Time | Cost | The catch |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train / coach | Varies · often with changes | Cheapest | Fine unladen; a trial with bags and a tight connection |
| Metered taxi | 20–40 minutes | Metered — unpredictable | No fixed price, and the rank isn’t always stocked |
| Rideshare app | 20–40 minutes | Surge pricing | A stranger, a surge, and a wait at the pickup zone |
| P5 Chauffeur Recommended | 20–40 minutes | Fixed from £45 | Booked ahead, tracked in, luggage handled |
Good to know
Good to know about London City.
Finding your car
Your driver waits in the arrivals hall at London City with a name board and helps with your luggage — no rank, no queue, no app to open.
Payment & accounts
Pay by card online, cash to your driver, or on a corporate account with consolidated invoicing. The price you agree is complete — tipping is appreciated, never expected.
Traffic & timing
Expect 20–40 minutes to the City. Your driver plans around live traffic and your real arrival time, not the scheduled one.
Tolls & charges included
Your fixed price already includes every road toll, the Congestion Charge and the ULEZ charge. There is nothing to add at the kerb and nothing to reclaim later.
For departures
Flying out of London City? We time the pickup to your check-in cut-off rather than the take-off, so you arrive with room to spare and the bags carried to the desk.
A single terminal
London City works from one terminal — a single arrivals hall, one clear meeting point, and no walking between buildings with a trolley.
London City Airport (IATA: LCY) is located just 6 miles from Central London in the Royal Docks area of Newham, making it the most centrally located of all London's airports. It primarily serves business travellers with quick access to the City, Canary Wharf, and the financial district.
P5 Chauffeurs offers fast, fixed-price transfers to and from London City Airport around the clock. With its proximity to the centre, transfer times are the shortest of any London airport — ideal for time-sensitive business travel.
Fixed Prices from London City Airport
All prices are fixed and confirmed at the time of booking. No surge pricing. No hidden fees.
* Prices shown are from Central London. Final price confirmed at booking based on exact pickup and drop-off points.
Booking Your London City Transfer
Enter your pickup, destination, date and time to receive an instant fixed price.
Confirm Your Booking
We Track Your Flight
We monitor your arrival in real time. Delays are handled automatically — no extra charge.
Meet Your Driver
Your driver meets you in arrivals with a name board. Help with luggage included.
The Smarter Way to Travel to London City
Fixed Price Guarantee
The price quoted is the price you pay. No surge pricing, no hidden extras, no surprises at the end of your journey.
24/7 Availability
We operate every hour of every day — including bank holidays and Christmas. Early morning departures and late night arrivals covered.
Real-Time Flight Tracking
We monitor your flight from the moment it takes off. If it's delayed, your driver adjusts automatically — at no extra charge.
TfL Licensed & Insured
All P5 Chauffeurs drivers are licensed by Transport for London (TfL), DBS checked, and carry full private hire insurance.
Meet & Greet Service
Your driver meets you in the arrivals hall with a name board and assists with your luggage to the vehicle.
Flexible Payment Options
Pay by cash to your driver, or arrange corporate invoicing. Online card payment is on the way — call us to discuss your options.
Popular routes
From London City to…
Fixed prices to the destinations our clients ask for most. Anywhere else — just ask.
| Destination | Journey | From |
|---|---|---|
| Canary Wharf | 15–30 min | £45 |
| The City | 15–30 min | £45 |
| ExCeL London | 10–20 min | £40 |
| Stratford | 15–25 min | £45 |
| Mayfair | 30–45 min | £55 |
| Westminster | 30–45 min | £55 |
| Greenwich | 15–25 min | £40 |
| Shoreditch | 20–35 min | £45 |
| Kensington | 40–60 min | £65 |
| Heathrow Airport | 60–90 min | £90 |
| Gatwick Airport | 60–90 min | £90 |
Airport details
London City at a glance.
- IATA code
- LCY
- Region
- London & South East
- Nearest city
- the City
- Distance
- 7 miles to the City
- Typical journey
- 20–40 minutes
- Terminals
- Single terminal
- Meet point
- Arrivals hall, name board
- Country
- United Kingdom
Where do I meet my driver at London City Airport?
Your driver will be in the arrivals area with a name board. Full instructions are sent with your booking confirmation.
How close is London City Airport to the City?
London City Airport is just 6 miles from the City of London, typically 15–25 minutes by car off-peak — the shortest airport transfer in London.
Is London City Airport good for Canary Wharf?
Yes — it's the closest airport to Canary Wharf, often just 10–15 minutes by car. Ideal for business travellers.
Can I get a transfer at short notice from London City?
We operate 24/7 and can often arrange same-day transfers. Advance booking is recommended for guaranteed availability.
How close is London City to Canary Wharf?
Very — around 20–40 minutes depending on traffic, making it the natural choice for Docklands and the City.
Can I put a transfer on a corporate account?
Yes. We offer corporate accounts and invoicing — ask us to set one up.
“Professional, reliable, and always on time. P5 Chauffeurs never lets you down.”
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