Lincolnshire · PE9 · LCY

Stamford to London City.

99.8 miles from Stamford to a single terminal — about 1 hr 56 min off-peak, a planning allowance of 2 hr 45 min in the weekday rush. A fixed price from £224, agreed before you travel.

Distance
99.8 mi
Off-peak
1 hr 56 min
Traffic allowance
about 2 hr 45 min
Saloon
£224
Back home
£226

Instant fixed price

Stamford, LincolnshireLondon City Airport

  • SaloonToyota Prius or similar · 4 seats · 2 cases
    £224 Book
  • EstateSkoda Octavia or similar · 4 seats · 4 cases
    £254 Book
  • ExecutiveMercedes E-Class · BMW 5 Series · 3 seats · 3 cases
    £336 Book
  • MPVVW Sharan or similar · 5 seats · 5 cases
    £281 Book
  • VanMercedes Vito or similar · 8 seats · 8 cases
    £312 Book
  • Executive VanMercedes V-Class or similar · 7 seats · 8 cases
    £426 Book

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

StamfordLondon City Airport
99.8 miles · about 1 hr 56 min off-peak; traffic varies · journey schematic, not a navigation map

Flight planner

When to leave Stamford.

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
06:0001:4900:49
08:3004:1903:19
11:0006:00 •05:00 •
14:0009:00 •08:00 •
17:3013:1912:19
20:3015:30 •14:30 •

Coming home

Landing at London City.

These examples assume 45 minutes for airport formalities and baggage, then 1 hr 56 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 Stamford around
07:3011:00 •
12:0014:41
17:0020:30 •
22:3001:11 (next day)

Pickup in Stamford

Planning your collection.

Your address

Anywhere in Stamford

Door to door from any home or office in PE9 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

  • Crown HotelPE9 2AG
  • CandlesticksPE9 2JU
  • Garden House Hotel0.4 mi
  • The William Cecil HotelPE9 2LJ

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 Stamford.

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

AirportDistanceOff-peakSaloon
Luton 68.6 mi1 hr 28 min£183
Stansted 75.8 mi1 hr 39 min£199
London City (this page) 99.8 mi1 hr 56 min£224
Heathrow 102.0 mi2 hr£226
Gatwick 139.2 mi2 hr 36 min£287

Good to know

Stamford to London City
questions.

How far is Stamford from London City Airport?

About 99.8 miles by road. Off-peak the drive takes around 1 hr 56 min; the estimated weekday traffic allowance is 2 hr 45 min. Luton has a shorter estimated drive from Stamford (1 hr 28 min), but London City is 1 hr 56 min away.

How much is a taxi from Stamford to London City?

A fixed-price Saloon is £224 all-in for an off-peak weekday, and £226 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 Stamford for a morning flight from London City?

For an 08:30 short-haul departure, leave Stamford by about 04:19; for a long-haul flight at the same time, about 03:19. 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 Stamford?

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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