Gloucestershire · GL7 · LCY

Lechlade to London City.

97.0 miles from Lechlade to a single terminal — about 2 hr 21 min off-peak, a planning allowance of 3 hr 20 min in the weekday rush. A fixed price from £226, agreed before you travel.

Distance
97.0 mi
Off-peak
2 hr 21 min
Traffic allowance
about 3 hr 20 min
Saloon
£226
Back home
£227

Instant fixed price

Lechlade, GloucestershireLondon City Airport

  • SaloonToyota Prius or similar · 4 seats · 2 cases
    £226 Book
  • EstateSkoda Octavia or similar · 4 seats · 4 cases
    £257 Book
  • ExecutiveMercedes E-Class · BMW 5 Series · 3 seats · 3 cases
    £377 Book
  • MPVVW Sharan or similar · 5 seats · 5 cases
    £286 Book
  • VanMercedes Vito or similar · 8 seats · 8 cases
    £322 Book
  • Executive VanMercedes V-Class or similar · 7 seats · 8 cases
    £464 Book

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

LechladeLondon City Airport
97.0 miles · about 2 hr 21 min off-peak; traffic varies · journey schematic, not a navigation map

Flight planner

When to leave Lechlade.

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
06:0001:2400:24
08:3003:5402:54
11:0005:25 •04:25 •
14:0008:25 •07:25 •
17:3012:5411:54
20:3014:55 •13:55 •

Coming home

Landing at London City.

These examples assume 45 minutes for airport formalities and baggage, then 2 hr 20 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 Lechlade around
07:3011:30 •
12:0015:05
17:0021:00 •
22:3001:35 (next day)

Pickup in Lechlade

Planning your collection.

Your address

Anywhere in Lechlade

Door to door from any home or office in GL7 and around. Give us the address when you book; confirm where the vehicle can stop and discuss any assistance you need.

Stations

Station collection

A nearby station is not listed in this directory. Enter the station name and collection entrance in your enquiry so we can confirm the journey.

Hotels

Hotel pickups

  • Vera's Kitchen and B&BGL7 3AP
  • The New Inn HotelGL7 3AB

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 Lechlade.

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

AirportDistanceOff-peakSaloon
Heathrow 69.1 mi1 hr 31 min£182
Luton 88.3 mi1 hr 57 min£215
Gatwick 106.2 mi2 hr 8 min£245
London City (this page) 97.0 mi2 hr 21 min£226
Stansted 118.4 mi2 hr 36 min£261

Good to know

Lechlade to London City
questions.

How far is Lechlade from London City Airport?

About 97.0 miles by road. Off-peak the drive takes around 2 hr 21 min; the estimated weekday traffic allowance is 3 hr 20 min. Heathrow has a shorter estimated drive from Lechlade (1 hr 31 min), but London City is 2 hr 21 min away.

How much is a taxi from Lechlade to London City?

A fixed-price Saloon is £226 all-in for an off-peak weekday, and £227 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 Lechlade for a morning flight from London City?

For an 08:30 short-haul departure, leave Lechlade by about 03:54; for a long-haul flight at the same time, about 02:54. 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 Lechlade?

Yes — any address, station or hotel. 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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