Northamptonshire · NN1 · LCY
Northampton to London City.
81.5 miles from Northampton to a single terminal — about 1 hr 44 min off-peak, a planning allowance of 2 hr 30 min in the weekday rush. A fixed price from £196, agreed before you travel.
- Distance
- 81.5 mi
- Off-peak
- 1 hr 44 min
- Traffic allowance
- about 2 hr 30 min
- Saloon
- £196
- Back home
- £204
Instant fixed price
Northampton, NorthamptonshireLondon City Airport
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SaloonToyota Prius or similar · 4 seats · 2 cases£196 Book
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EstateSkoda Octavia or similar · 4 seats · 4 cases£221 Book
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ExecutiveMercedes E-Class · BMW 5 Series · 3 seats · 3 cases£318 Book
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MPVVW Sharan or similar · 5 seats · 5 cases£246 Book
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VanMercedes Vito or similar · 8 seats · 8 cases£277 Book
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Executive VanMercedes V-Class or similar · 7 seats · 8 cases£394 Book
Off-peak weekday prices, all-in. Pick your date and time for the exact fare — it is fixed once booked.
Flight planner
When to leave Northampton.
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 departs | Short-haul: example pickup | Long-haul: example pickup |
|---|---|---|
| 06:00 | 02:01 | 01:01 |
| 08:30 | 04:31 | 03:31 |
| 11:00 | 06:15 • | 05:15 • |
| 14:00 | 10:01 | 08:15 • |
| 17:30 | 13:31 | 12:31 |
| 20:30 | 15:45 • | 14:45 • |
Coming home
Landing at London City.
These examples assume 45 minutes for airport formalities and baggage, then 1 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 lands | Home in Northampton around |
|---|---|
| 07:30 | 10:40 • |
| 12:00 | 14:28 |
| 17:00 | 20:10 • |
| 22:30 | 00:58 (next day) |
Pickup in Northampton
Collected from the door.
Your address
Anywhere in Northampton
Door to door from any home or office in NN1 and around. Give us the address when you book; the driver comes to the door and loads the luggage.
Stations
Stations in our directory
- Northampton0.5 mi
- Boughton3.2 mi
Hotels
Hotel pickups
- Travelodge Northampton CentralNN1 1RA
- MercureNN1 2TA
- Premier Inn Northampton Town CentreNN1 1FA
- IbisNN1 1SR
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.
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.
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Good to know
Northampton to London City
questions.
How far is Northampton from London City Airport?
About 81.5 miles by road. Off-peak the drive takes around 1 hr 44 min; the estimated weekday traffic allowance is 2 hr 30 min. Luton is closer to Northampton (56 min), but London City is 1 hr 44 min away.
How much is a taxi from Northampton to London City?
A fixed-price Saloon is £196 all-in for an off-peak weekday, and £204 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 Northampton for a morning flight from London City?
For an 08:30 short-haul departure, leave Northampton by about 04:31; for a long-haul flight at the same time, about 03:31. 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. Up to 60 minutes of waiting after landing is free.
Can you pick up from a station or hotel in Northampton?
Yes — any address, station or hotel, including Northampton and Boughton 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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