Pickup at London City Airport
Supply the correct arrival flight number and choose the time you expect to be ready for collection after baggage and formalities. Read the airport meeting-point guidance below.
LONDON CITY · LCY · ROYAL DOCKS
London City Airport taxi transfers, from the Royal Docks to your destination.
Book a London City Airport taxi with Catch a Minicab for Canary Wharf, Royal Docks, central London and beyond. Arrange private arrivals, departures and returns.
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PLAN YOUR JOURNEY
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PLAN YOUR LONDON CITY TRANSFER
What to check before your London City journey
London City Airport has one passenger terminal in the Royal Docks. Its location is convenient for Canary Wharf and East London, but the time needed for any transfer still depends on traffic and your address.
A London City Airport transfer can connect your flight with a hotel, an office, a meeting venue or a home address.
Use the quotation form to compare vehicles for the number of passengers and the luggage you are bringing. Check the complete pickup address and the time shown before confirming your booking.
Airport code: LCYRoyal DocksFlight monitoringUK private transfers
THREE WAYS TO TRAVEL
01 / ARRIVALS
02 / DEPARTURES
03 / RETURN TRAVEL
London City arrivals, departures and return journeys
Book the journey you need, with pickup instructions and timings that match each leg.
Taxi to London City Airport
Select your home, hotel or other pickup address. Allow enough time for the road journey and the airport arrival time recommended by your airline.
City Airport return journeys
Reserve outward and return journeys with their own dates, pickup times and flight details where relevant. Check both legs before you confirm.
WHERE YOUR DRIVER WILL MEET YOU
Current London City Airport arrival meeting point
The details below come from our central airport meeting-point records. They may include photographs, arrival-specific instructions and directions. Check your driver messages for your own booking.
LCY · ARRIVALS
London City Main Terminal
Meeting point: WH Smith
After collecting your luggage, exit into the Arrivals Hall. Your driver will meet you near WHSmith, holding a name sign.
You can also open the complete airport meeting-points guide for collection advice across all six London airports.
BEFORE YOUR JOURNEY
FLIGHT INFORMATION
WAITING ALLOWANCE
TRAVEL TIME
Helpful details for a smoother London City transfer
Provide the right flight number
Flight monitoring helps us track arrival changes. Contact us if a flight is cancelled, diverted or replaced by a different flight number.
Know what is included
The first 30 minutes of waiting at an airport pickup are included, including the initial parking allowance. Additional waiting or parking charges may apply.
Leave a realistic allowance
Allow for London traffic around the Royal Docks and your destination, particularly when travelling to a timed meeting or flight.
LONDON CITY CONNECTIONS
Explore journeys to and from London City Airport
Browse example destinations, then request an exact quote using your own addresses and travel date.
Airport routeCanary Wharf ↔ London CityPrivate transfers between Canary Wharf and London City Airport.Airport routeCity of London ↔ London CityPre-booked journeys between the City of London and LCY.Airport routeBritish Museum ↔ London CityPrivate airport transfers between central London and LCY.Airport routeOxford ↔ London CityLong-distance private transfers between Oxford and London City Airport.Airport routeEton College ↔ London CityPre-booked London City Airport journeys for Eton College.Airport routeBath ↔ London CityLong-distance private transfers between Bath and London City Airport.
Check other destinations or request a quotation.
LONDON CITY TRAVEL QUESTIONS
Questions about London City Airport taxis
Answers about pickup timing, flight details, meeting your driver and choosing a suitable journey.
Can I book a London City Airport transfer to an office or hotel?
Yes. Enter your precise hotel, office or residential address when requesting a quote. The vehicle options depend on the route and passenger details.
How should I plan an LCY pickup for a business appointment?
Select a realistic airport pickup time that allows for leaving the aircraft and any luggage collection. Add travel time for London traffic before a scheduled meeting.
Where do I meet the driver at London City Airport?
Use the current London City Airport meeting-point details shown on this page and check for messages from the assigned driver. Contact the driver if the agreed location is unclear.
Will my driver know if my flight into LCY is delayed?
We monitor arriving flights when valid flight details are supplied. Tell us if you switch flight numbers or your plans change materially.
Can I reserve a journey to Canary Wharf and back?
Yes. You can arrange separate outward and return legs. Check each pickup address and time carefully when confirming the booking.
What happens if I am held up inside the terminal?
Keep your phone reachable and tell the driver if baggage collection or other formalities delay you. The first 30 minutes of airport pickup waiting are included, including initial parking, with further charges possible.
For more help, browse general booking FAQs or contact us.
OUR SERVICES
Airport Taxi Transfers & Long-Distance Private Hire
Pre-book airport taxi transfers to and from London's six major airports, or arrange comfortable long-distance journeys between UK towns and cities. Catch a Minicab offers upfront fares, a choice of vehicles and convenient online booking for one-way and return journeys.
AIRPORT TRAVEL
London Airport Taxi Transfers & Minicabs
Book private airport taxi transfers to and from Heathrow, Gatwick, Luton, Stansted, London City and Southend airports. Whether you need an early-morning airport drop-off or a pre-booked pickup after landing, choose a suitable vehicle and receive an upfront quotation. Airport pickups include flight monitoring when a valid flight number is provided.
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LONG-DISTANCE PRIVATE HIRE
Long-Distance Taxi Transfers Across the UK
Arrange pre-booked long-distance taxi and private hire transfers between UK towns and cities. Travel directly between homes, hotels, universities, business addresses and airports without changing vehicles along the way. Choose from our available vehicle categories and get an upfront quotation for your one-way or return journey.
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Simple online booking
Your journey, booked in three steps
Whether you're travelling to an airport or arranging a longer journey across the UK, booking your private transfer is straightforward.
Plan your journey
Enter your route
Tell us where you're travelling from and to, then choose your pickup date and time.
Find your vehicle
Choose your car
Compare the available vehicle options and select the one that suits your passengers, luggage and budget.
Complete your booking
Confirm your transfer
Review your journey details, provide your passenger information and confirm your booking.
Our vehicle options
Room for everyone. Space for everything.
Travelling alone, with family or as part of a larger group? Explore our vehicle categories and choose the space and comfort that suits your journey.
Saloon
A comfortable, practical choice for individual travellers, couples and small families.
4 passengers
2 suitcases
2 cabin bags
Estate
Ideal when you need extra luggage space without moving up to a larger passenger vehicle.
4 passengers
4 suitcases
MPV
Flexible seating and luggage arrangements make the MPV a useful option for families and small groups.
6 passengers with lighter luggage
4 passengers with more luggage
Available seating depends on the amount of luggage.
Executive
An upgraded vehicle option for business trips, airport transfers and longer journeys where comfort matters.
4 passengers
2 suitcases
2 cabin bags
Luxury
For travellers who prefer a more refined vehicle for important occasions, airport collections or comfortable long-distance travel.
4 passengers
2 suitcases
2 cabin bags
Minibus
A practical choice for larger families and groups travelling together with their luggage.
8 passengers
8 suitcases
Vehicle photographs are representative of the category. The vehicle supplied may be a similar model. Please select a suitable vehicle for your passengers and luggage when making your booking.
Your journeys in one place
A simpler way to manage your travel
Keep track of your upcoming transfers, check your journey details and manage eligible bookings through your Catch a Minicab customer account.
Whether you're arranging one airport transfer or planning several journeys, your account keeps the important details together.
All your bookings together
View upcoming and previous journeys from your customer dashboard.
Make changes online
Edit, postpone or cancel eligible bookings through your account, subject to the applicable booking conditions.
Find your driver details
Access your assigned driver's information when it becomes available for your journey.
Keep future travel organised
Your account gives you a convenient place to manage journeys whenever you book with us again.
LONDON AIRPORT COVERAGE
Airport Transfers To and From London's Six Major Airports
Pre-book private transfers to and from Heathrow, Gatwick, Luton, Stansted, London City and Southend airports. Whether you're travelling to catch a flight or arriving in the UK, Catch a Minicab offers comfortable, door-to-door journeys between London's airports and destinations across the UK.
LHR
Heathrow Airport
Heathrow pickups, departures and onward journeys.
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LGW
Gatwick Airport
North and South Terminal private airport transfers.
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LTN
Luton Airport
Pre-booked Luton Airport travel.
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STN
Stansted Airport
Stansted arrival and departure transfers.
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LCY
London City Airport
London City Airport private transfers.
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SEN
Southend Airport
Southend Airport door-to-door transport.
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YOUR JOURNEY, EXPLAINED
What Happens After You Book?
From your booking confirmation to meeting your driver, here's what to expect when you arrange your airport transfer with Catch a Minicab.
Booking Confirmation
Once your booking is confirmed, you'll receive an email containing your journey details, including your pickup location, destination, date and time.
Your Driver Details
When a driver has been assigned to your journey, we'll send you their details before your scheduled pickup.
Flight Monitoring
For airport pickups, we monitor your flight when a valid flight number is provided. This helps us coordinate your collection if your flight arrives early or is delayed.
Meet Your Driver
Meet your driver at the agreed pickup location and follow any instructions provided for your journey. For airport collections, see our Airport Meeting Points Guide.