Lancashire · FY1 · LCY

Blackpool to London City.

254.0 miles from Blackpool to a single terminal — about 4 hr 51 min off-peak, a planning allowance of 6 hr 40 min in the weekday rush. A fixed price from £423, agreed before you travel.

Distance
254.0 mi
Off-peak
4 hr 51 min
Traffic allowance
about 6 hr 40 min
Saloon
£423
Back home
£428

Instant fixed price

Blackpool, LancashireLondon City Airport

  • SaloonToyota Prius or similar · 4 seats · 2 cases
    £423 Book
  • EstateSkoda Octavia or similar · 4 seats · 4 cases
    £480 Book
  • ExecutiveMercedes E-Class · BMW 5 Series · 3 seats · 3 cases
    £607 Book
  • MPVVW Sharan or similar · 5 seats · 5 cases
    £528 Book
  • VanMercedes Vito or similar · 8 seats · 8 cases
    £584 Book
  • Executive VanMercedes V-Class or similar · 7 seats · 8 cases
    £782 Book

Off-peak weekday prices, all-in. Pick your date and time for the exact fare — it is fixed once booked.

BlackpoolLondon City Airport
254.0 miles · about 4 hr 51 min off-peak; traffic varies · journey schematic, not a navigation map

Flight planner

When to leave Blackpool.

Planning examples for London City, using assumed airport arrival allowances of 2 hours for short-haul or 3 hours for long-haul, the estimated drive and 15 additional minutes. Your airline may require earlier arrival. Times marked • use a traffic allowance; congestion can exceed it.

Flight departsShort-haul: example pickupLong-haul: example pickup
06:0022:54 (night before)21:54 (night before)
08:3001:2400:24
11:0002:05 •01:05 •
14:0005:05 •04:05 •
17:3010:2407:35 •
20:3011:35 •10:35 •

Coming home

Landing at London City.

These examples assume 45 minutes for airport formalities and baggage, then 4 hr 48 min on the road (longer in the rush). Actual clearance and baggage times vary. Keep the team informed of delays and confirm your collection arrangement.

Flight landsHome in Blackpool around
07:3014:50 •
12:0019:20 •
17:0000:20 (next day) •
22:3004:03 (next day)

Pickup in Blackpool

Planning your collection.

Your address

Anywhere in Blackpool

Door to door from any home or office in FY1 and around. Give us the address when you book; confirm where the vehicle can stop and discuss any assistance you need.

Stations

Stations in our directory

  • Blackpool North0.4 mi
  • Blackpool South1.4 mi
  • Layton1.5 mi

Hotels

Hotel pickups

  • New OsterleyFY1 4LA
  • Arncliffe HotelFY1 4LA
  • OYO Gresham HotelFY1 4LE
  • The OrbistonFY1 4LA

London City Airport

At the airport.

Flying out

Drop-off

You are set down at the terminal entrance; London City is small and quick to get through.

Flying home

Meeting your driver

Your chauffeur waits in the arrivals area with a name board. Confirm the meeting location with your driver after airport formalities and baggage collection. Up to 60 minutes of waiting after landing is free.

Good to know

A single terminal

Check your airline's check-in and bag-drop deadlines and allow time for security; do not plan from the driving time alone.

Everything about London City Airport transfers →

Planning your London City pickup

Follow the airport’s Pick-Up signs for the designated collection area. The exact meeting arrangement should be confirmed with your driver; landing time is not the same as being ready outside.

For P5 meet-and-greet bookings, check your confirmation for the meeting point and contact details. Keep your phone available after landing, and contact the team if baggage, immigration or assistance takes longer than expected. Do not move to a different terminal or car park without agreeing it with your driver.

Official London City collection information. Airport guidance checked 21 October 2026; check the airport website for changes before travel.

Passenger help · Changing airports between flights · Choose a vehicle for your passengers and luggage

Compare

Every London airport from Blackpool.

Choosing between flights? Here is how far each airport is by road and what a Saloon costs, off-peak.

AirportDistanceOff-peakSaloon
Luton 214.0 mi4 hr 4 min£381
Heathrow 237.8 mi4 hr 24 min£408
Stansted 248.7 mi4 hr 49 min£428
London City (this page) 254.0 mi4 hr 51 min£423
Gatwick 275.4 mi5 hr 5 min£453

Good to know

Blackpool to London City
questions.

How far is Blackpool from London City Airport?

About 254.0 miles by road. Off-peak the drive takes around 4 hr 51 min; the estimated weekday traffic allowance is 6 hr 40 min. Luton has a shorter estimated drive from Blackpool (4 hr 4 min), but London City is 4 hr 51 min away.

How much is a taxi from Blackpool to London City?

A fixed-price Saloon is £423 all-in for an off-peak weekday, and £428 for the journey back from the airport. The airport charge, flight tracking and waiting time on arrival are included. Pick your date and time on this page for the exact fare.

What time should I leave Blackpool for a morning flight from London City?

For an 08:30 short-haul departure, leave Blackpool by about 01:24; for a long-haul flight at the same time, about 00:24. These are planning examples, not latest safe departure times. Follow your airline’s check-in advice and allow extra time for disruption.

Where will my driver meet me at London City?

Your chauffeur waits in the arrivals area with a name board. Confirm the meeting location with your driver after airport formalities and baggage collection. Check your confirmation for the included waiting allowance and contact the team if baggage or assistance delays you.

Can you pick up from a station or hotel in Blackpool?

Yes — any address, station or hotel, including Blackpool North and Blackpool South stations. Give us the exact address and entrance so your quote reflects the actual journey.

Is it cheaper to book a return?

Booking the return with the outward journey takes 5% off the return leg, and the driver tracks your flight home so the pickup moves with the landing time.

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