The airport closest to central London and strongly associated with business travel. Located in the Royal Docks, near Canary Wharf.
Role
London City is the most centrally located London airport, focused on short-haul business and European routes. See Airlines and routes and History.
Location
East London, close to Canary Wharf, the City of London, and the Docklands business district.
Codes
- IATA: LCY
- ICAO: EGLC
Ground transport
The DLR puts London City directly inside the TfL network, with taxis and road access useful for nearby business districts. See Getting there.
Compact layout
London City has a single compact terminal. Its small footprint is part of the airport's appeal: walking distances are generally short, but the airport also has less spare capacity than the larger London airports.
Best for
- Canary Wharf and City of London access
- Short European business trips
- Fast airport-to-desk journeys
- Travellers prioritising convenience over route choice
Watch-outs
Flights can be more limited and sometimes more expensive than at larger airports. Weather and runway constraints can occasionally affect operations.