Stansted to London City Airport Transfersand London City Airport to Stansted
Stansted to London City Airport and the Docklands at a fixed fare: down the M11, door to door.
- Distance
- About 35 miles
- Typical journey
- Usually 50–80 minutes
- Fixed fare
- From £85 in a Saloon
- Free waiting
- 60 minutes from when your flight lands
Stansted to London City Airport: what to know
Stansted and London City are closer than most people expect: the M11 runs almost straight down to east London, and the airport is a few miles beyond its end.
By public transport the journey goes through Tottenham Hale or Liverpool Street and onto the DLR, with changes either way. By car it is one journey, usually about an hour.
The usual route is the M11 south, then the North Circular and the A13.
City's check-in is firm
London City's deadlines are strict. Give us your flight time and we will tell you when to leave Stansted.
Canary Wharf on the way
The same fare covers Canary Wharf, ExCeL and the Royal Docks. Give us the exact address if you are not flying.
One terminal at Stansted
Stansted has a single terminal, so the pickup point is the same whichever airline you arrive on.
Stansted to London City Airport: car or public transport
An honest comparison. The cheapest option is not always the one that gets you there on time with your luggage.
| Option | How it works | Your luggage | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private car | Door to door, leaving when you are ready. Fixed fare from £85 for the whole car. | In the boot, carried for you | Families, groups, heavy luggage, tight connections |
| Train | Stansted Express to Tottenham Hale or Liverpool Street, then the Underground and DLR | With you through two or more changes | Light travellers |
Stansted to London City Airport fares, in every vehicle
One way, in either direction, for the vehicle rather than per passenger. A return booked at the same time takes 10% off with our introductory offer until 31 December 2026, in place of the usual 5%.
| Vehicle | Passengers | Luggage | One way |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saloon | Up to 4 | 2 suitcases, 2 cabin bags | £85 |
| Executive Saloon | Up to 4 | 2 suitcases, 2 cabin bags | £119 |
| Luxury Saloon | Up to 2 | 2 suitcases, 2 cabin bags | £170 |
| MPV 7 Seater | Up to 6 | 3 suitcases, 3 cabin bags | £101 |
| V-Class | Up to 5 | 5 suitcases, 5 cabin bags | £128 |
| V-Class 8 Seater | Up to 7 | 5 suitcases, 5 cabin bags | £170 |
| Vito 9 Seater | Up to 8 | 8 suitcases, 5 cabin bags | £115 |
Stansted to London City Airport: common questions
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