Staffordshire · WS13 · LCY

Lichfield to London City.

137.8 miles from Lichfield to a single terminal — about 2 hr 45 min off-peak, a planning allowance of 3 hr 50 min in the weekday rush. A fixed price from £276, agreed before you travel.

Distance
137.8 mi
Off-peak
2 hr 45 min
Traffic allowance
about 3 hr 50 min
Saloon
£276
Back home
£282

Instant fixed price

Lichfield, StaffordshireLondon City Airport

  • SaloonToyota Prius or similar · 4 seats · 2 cases
    £276 Book
  • EstateSkoda Octavia or similar · 4 seats · 4 cases
    £312 Book
  • ExecutiveMercedes E-Class · BMW 5 Series · 3 seats · 3 cases
    £427 Book
  • MPVVW Sharan or similar · 5 seats · 5 cases
    £345 Book
  • VanMercedes Vito or similar · 8 seats · 8 cases
    £386 Book
  • Executive VanMercedes V-Class or similar · 7 seats · 8 cases
    £537 Book

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

LichfieldLondon City Airport
137.8 miles · about 2 hr 45 min off-peak; traffic varies · journey schematic, not a navigation map

Flight planner

When to leave Lichfield.

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
06:0001:0000:00
08:3003:3002:30
11:0004:55 •03:55 •
14:0007:55 •06:55 •
17:3012:3011:30
20:3014:25 •13:25 •

Coming home

Landing at London City.

These examples assume 45 minutes for airport formalities and baggage, then 2 hr 43 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 Lichfield around
07:3012:05 •
12:0015:28
17:0021:35 •
22:3001:58 (next day)

Pickup in Lichfield

Planning your collection.

Your address

Anywhere in Lichfield

Door to door from any home or office in WS13 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

  • Lichfield City0.3 mi
  • Lichfield Trent Valley1.2 mi

Hotels

Hotel pickups

  • George HotelWS13 6PR
  • Premier InnWS13 6QZ
  • Cathedral Lodge Hotel0.4 mi
  • The MaplesWS14 9SP

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 Lichfield.

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

AirportDistanceOff-peakSaloon
Luton 97.9 mi1 hr 58 min£230
Heathrow 121.6 mi2 hr 18 min£260
Stansted 132.6 mi2 hr 43 min£280
London City (this page) 137.8 mi2 hr 45 min£276
Gatwick 159.2 mi2 hr 59 min£303

Good to know

Lichfield to London City
questions.

How far is Lichfield from London City Airport?

About 137.8 miles by road. Off-peak the drive takes around 2 hr 45 min; the estimated weekday traffic allowance is 3 hr 50 min. Luton has a shorter estimated drive from Lichfield (1 hr 58 min), but London City is 2 hr 45 min away.

How much is a taxi from Lichfield to London City?

A fixed-price Saloon is £276 all-in for an off-peak weekday, and £282 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 Lichfield for a morning flight from London City?

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

Yes — any address, station or hotel, including Lichfield City and Lichfield Trent Valley 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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