About London City Airport
London City Airport (LCY) is the closest airport to the Square Mile and Canary Wharf, designed for business travellers with fast check-in and short runways accommodating smaller aircraft.
Opened in 1987 on former dockland, it transformed business travel to European financial centres.
Airport facts
- IATA / ICAO
- LCY / EGLC
- Location
- London, Greater London, E16 2PX
- Annual passengers
- 3.5 million (2024)
- Runways
- Short runway with steep approach; specialised aircraft for business destinations.
Terminals
Single Terminal
Compact terminal aimed at business travellers.
Airlines & destinations
British Airways CityFlyer, KLM, Lufthansa, Swiss, Loganair, and European business routes.
Getting to and from the airport
Located in the Royal Docks, East London — DLR stations Royal Victoria and Pontoon Dock, plus road access via A1020 and A13.
Short-stay pickup directly outside the terminal — ideal for quick City and Canary Wharf transfers.
Facilities
Compact lounges, business facilities, and fast security. Limited leisure retail compared to larger hubs.