Greater London · LCY
Sydenham to London City.
11.9 miles from Sydenham to a single terminal — about 34 min off-peak, a planning allowance of 55 min in the weekday rush. A fixed price from £55, agreed before you travel.
- Distance
- 11.9 mi
- Off-peak
- 34 min
- Traffic allowance
- about 55 min
- Saloon
- £55
- Back home
- £57
Instant fixed price
Sydenham, Greater LondonLondon City Airport
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SaloonToyota Prius or similar · 4 seats · 2 cases£55 Book
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EstateSkoda Octavia or similar · 4 seats · 4 cases£62 Book
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ExecutiveMercedes E-Class · BMW 5 Series · 3 seats · 3 cases£106 Book
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MPVVW Sharan or similar · 5 seats · 5 cases£70 Book
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VanMercedes Vito or similar · 8 seats · 8 cases£81 Book
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Executive VanMercedes V-Class or similar · 7 seats · 8 cases£137 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 Sydenham.
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 | 03:11 | 02:11 |
| 08:30 | 05:41 | 04:41 |
| 11:00 | 07:50 • | 06:50 • |
| 14:00 | 11:11 | 10:11 |
| 17:30 | 14:41 | 13:41 |
| 20:30 | 17:20 • | 16:20 • |
Coming home
Landing at London City.
These examples assume 45 minutes for airport formalities and baggage, then 33 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 Sydenham around |
|---|---|
| 07:30 | 09:05 • |
| 12:00 | 13:18 |
| 17:00 | 18:35 • |
| 22:30 | 23:48 |
Pickup in Sydenham
Planning your collection.
Your address
Anywhere in Sydenham
Door to door from any home or office. Give us the address when you book; confirm where the vehicle can stop and discuss any assistance you need.
Stations
Stations in our directory
- Sydenham0.1 mi
- Penge East0.5 mi
- Penge West0.7 mi
Hotels
Hotel pickups
- Miriam Lodge0.5 mi
- Travelodge London Crystal PalaceSE20 7TS
- Fox Hill Bed and BreakfastSE19 2XE
- TravelodgeBR3 1AN
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
Sydenham to London City
questions.
How far is Sydenham from London City Airport?
About 11.9 miles by road. Off-peak the drive takes around 34 min; the estimated weekday traffic allowance is 55 min. London City has the shortest estimated drive of the five covered London airports to Sydenham by road.
How much is a taxi from Sydenham to London City?
A fixed-price Saloon is £55 all-in for an off-peak weekday, and £57 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 Sydenham for a morning flight from London City?
For an 08:30 short-haul departure, leave Sydenham by about 05:41; for a long-haul flight at the same time, about 04:41. 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 Sydenham?
Yes — any address, station or hotel, including Sydenham and Penge East 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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