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London City Airport

IATA LCY ICAO EGLC Medium Airport Scheduled Service

Location

Airport Information

City

London

Continent

EU

Coordinates

51,5053, 0,0553

Elevation

19 ft (6 m)

Runways

Ident Length Width Surface Lighted
09/27 4 948 ft (1 508 m) 98 ft CON Yes

Aviation Terms

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get from London City Airport to central London?
The DLR (Docklands Light Railway) runs from the London City Airport station directly to Bank station in the City of London in about 22 minutes for GBP 3-5 (Oyster/contactless). This makes LCY one of the most accessible airports to central London. The Jubilee and Elizabeth lines are accessible via Canning Town DLR interchange. Taxis to the City cost GBP 20-30.
How many terminals does London City Airport have?
LCY has one compact terminal building. The airport is small by design, located in London's Royal Docks area just 11 km from the City of London. The terminal was expanded in 2022 with a new digital air traffic control tower (the UK's first remote tower) and improved passenger facilities.
What makes London City Airport unique?
LCY has the steepest approach angle (5.5 degrees vs the standard 3 degrees) of any commercial airport in the world, requiring specially certified pilots and aircraft. The short runway (1,508 meters) is surrounded by water and buildings in London's Docklands. The airport specializes in business travel, with a check-in-to-gate time of just 20 minutes. Only certain aircraft types (like the Embraer E190 and Airbus A220) are certified to operate there.
Is there free Wi-Fi at London City Airport?
Yes, LCY provides free unlimited Wi-Fi throughout the terminal. The compact terminal has been modernized with a focus on business travelers, featuring premium lounges, good dining options, and efficient security processing.
Which airlines operate from London City Airport?
British Airways has the largest presence at LCY, operating domestic UK and short-haul European routes using its BA CityFlyer subsidiary. KLM provides connections to Amsterdam Schiphol hub. Swiss connects to Zurich. The airport focuses on business routes to European financial centers. LCY does not handle any low-cost carrier operations.