London City Airport Guide

Airport Location

London City Airport is sited 11 km east of the city in the London Borough of Newham in east London.

Address

Hartmann Road, East Ham, Royal Dock, London E16 2PX, United Kingdom

Telephone

+44 (0)20 7646 0088

Website

http://www.londoncityairport.com/

Airport Facts

Establishment: 1986
Owner: GIP (75%) and Highstar Capital (25%)
Operator: London City Airport Ltd
Terminals: 1
Runways: 1

London City Airport is London’s smallest airport and the fifth busiest airport in London.

Terminals

London City Airport operates a single runway and is base for smaller planes that need shorter take offs and landing.

City Airport Airlines and Destinations

London City Airport serves 11 Airlines operating fleets to different destinations.

Airport Parking

City Airport offers different car parking options.

Short Stay Parking

The short stay parking area is located next to the terminal building. Free parking options are available under the DLR viaduct for motorbikes and bicycles.

Long Stay Parking

The long stay parking area is located at walking distance from the terminal.

Valet Parking

You can drop off your car at the valet parking zone and pick it up in front of the terminal.

Hotels

London City Airport has many hotels within its close proximity. Holiday Inn, Ramada Hotel, Hilton London Canary Wharf, Radisson Edwardian New Providence Wharf, Marriott London County Hall and London Royal Docks/Docklands are some of the best hotel choices.

Shops and Restaurants

London City Airport has a variety of shops including beauty and perfume, books and magazines, food and wine, technology and entertainment, duty free, fashion and accessories, bureaux de change, children and travel essentials and souvenirs. Travelex, WHSmith and World Duty Free Arrivals Store are some of the best shops located in the airport.

The airport has some food outlets offering healthier eating, budget foods, coffee to relax with some snacks, family favourites and pubs and bars to dine in style. Pret, Panopolis, rhubarb, Cafe Nerro and The City bar are some of the best choices.

Business Services

The Meridian Business Centre has all facilities for holding business meetings. Priority Pass is available for business travellers.

Information Desks and Help

The information desk is located on the left when entering the Terminal.

Facilities for the Disabled

Wheelchair ramps, restrooms and telephones are available in the airport for the disabled. Special seating are also arranged separately.

Transportation

By Bus and Coach

London Buses 473 and 474 serve local East London destinations.

Train

London City Airport DLR station is situated close to the terminal building offering interchanges with London Underground, London Overground and Southeastern trains. Canary Wharf, financial district of City of London and Stratford International station are served.

Taxi

Black cabs and taxis take off from taxi ranks from the airport to different destinations in London. Private hire companies have their booking counters at the airport and professional chauffeur services are provided by many private transportation companies to and from all destinations in London.

Spending Time at the Airport

Airport views and shopping in different shops and stores at the airport gives great experience and time for passengers at London City Airport.

Nearby Attractions

Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, The Natural History Museum