London City Airport to Heathrow Taxi transfers run both ways, every day, for passengers who want a direct route without changing trains or tubes. Whether you need a taxi from London City Airport to Heathrow, an LCY to LHR taxi for an early flight, or the return Heathrow to London City Airport taxi journey, our local minicabs cover it with a fixed price quote agreed before you travel. As a trusted London City Airport Heathrow minicab company, we run this airport transfer with the same fixed price and punctual pickup every single day.
Book your London City Airport to Heathrow taxi online, through the app, or by phone. We're a local taxi company offering:
If you're searching for a cheap, reliable airport taxi near you that actually knows this route, this is what we do every day.
London City Airport has a taxi rank outside the terminal, fine if you're happy to queue. If you've pre-booked a private-hire minicab with us, your driver follows the pickup instructions sent with your confirmation — this pre-booked meeting point isn't automatically the same as the public taxi rank, so check your booking details rather than assuming.
Keep your phone switched on after landing, and share your flight number at booking so we can monitor it and adjust for early or delayed arrivals.
Heathrow currently has four working terminals — Terminal 2, 3, 4, and 5. Terminal 1 closed some years ago, so confirm which terminal your airline uses before booking, since the wrong terminal can mean a longer walk or a missed check-in window.
Terminal 2 has its own forecourt drop-off zone. Confirm "Terminal 2" when booking so your driver takes the right approach road.
Terminal 3 has a separate forecourt from Terminal 2, despite sharing nearby access roads. Double-check your terminal on your airline confirmation, as the two are easy to mix up.
Terminal 4 sits apart from the main cluster, with its own forecourt. Confirming this terminal at booking means your driver heads straight there.
Terminal 5 has the largest forecourt of the four. Once confirmed on your booking, your driver takes you directly there, with no need to navigate the airport yourself.
For the return leg — Heathrow to London City Airport — your pre-booked taxi follows the collection instructions given at booking, which vary by arrival terminal (2, 3, 4, or 5). Provide your flight number so we can track it and adjust pickup if you're delayed.
Once you've collected luggage, contact your driver or booking team using the number on your confirmation. Heathrow private-hire pickups follow the airport's own rules, so stick to your taxi company's collection instructions rather than expecting a car simply waiting kerbside.
The road distance between London City Airport and Heathrow is approximately 25–26 miles (around 41–42km), though the exact figure varies slightly by route and mapping tool. It's a genuine cross-London run, from the Docklands in the east to west London.
Depending on traffic and pickup point, your driver might use the A13 and A406 towards the M4, or head through the Blackwall Tunnel and central London before joining the A4 or M4. Routes vary — traffic, roadworks, and congestion zones all affect which is fastest on the day.
Allow around 55–75 minutes for a London City Airport to Heathrow taxi in normal traffic. This is a guide, not a guarantee — traffic, time of day, roadworks, and terminal access can all add time, especially at rush hour or on a Friday afternoon.
Build in extra time for check-in, baggage drop, and security on top of the driving time.
Your London City Airport to Heathrow taxi fare depends on a few practical factors:
We recommend a fixed price quote over a metered fare, so you know the cost before travelling — no surprises if the A406 is busier than expected. Airport charges may be quoted separately unless confirmed as included in your fixed price, so check this at booking.
Heathrow applies a Terminal Drop-Off Charge to every vehicle entering a terminal forecourt, including taxis and private-hire cars — currently £7 per visit, with a 10-minute maximum stay, enforced by number plate cameras rather than barriers. This charge can change, so confirm the current rate with Heathrow or your taxi company before travelling.
Ask whether your fixed price quote already includes this drop-off charge — some companies build it in, others itemise it separately.
We run a mixed fleet, so there's a suitable car for most trips:
Passenger capacity doesn't automatically mean enough boot space — four passengers with several large suitcases usually need a bigger vehicle than four with cabin bags only, so give accurate luggage details when booking.
Where meet and greet is booked, your driver waits at the agreed point with your name displayed, ready to help with luggage. We monitor your flight where this service is offered, so minor delays are handled automatically. For a serious delay, contact us on the number in your booking so we can adjust pickup.
Travelling with children? Child seats may be available on request — mention ages and how many you need at booking. Families with pushchairs and multiple suitcases often need a larger vehicle than the passenger count suggests, so accurate details help us send the right car.
For business passengers, a direct airport-to-airport taxi beats changing trains with a laptop bag and case in tow. We offer executive cars, professional drivers, and a fixed price agreed in advance, making expense claims simpler. Book online or by phone, whichever suits your schedule.
Flights don't stick to office hours, and neither do we. Whether it's an early departure, a late-night arrival, or a weekend transfer, 24/7 booking is available. For very early or late journeys, book well in advance to guarantee your preferred vehicle.
Ready to book? Here's how it works:
Book your London City Airport to Heathrow taxi in advance to lock in your fixed price and guarantee your preferred vehicle.
Cost depends on your vehicle, pickup time, and luggage — always ask for a fixed price quote so you know the total before travelling.
Around 55–75 minutes in normal traffic, though this can vary with congestion, roadworks, or time of day.
Roughly 25–26 miles by road (around 41–42km), though the exact figure depends on the route taken.
A direct pre-booked taxi is usually the most straightforward option, avoiding train changes across central London.
At the pre-booked meeting point given with your confirmation, which may differ from the public taxi rank outside the terminal.
Each terminal has its own dedicated forecourt drop-off area, so confirm your exact terminal when booking.
Yes, Heathrow currently charges £7 per vehicle entering a terminal forecourt, with a 10-minute limit — check whether this is included in your quoted fare.