London City Airport to Gatwick Airport Taxi
Book a fixed-price private transfer from London City Airport directly to Gatwick Airport. A single vehicle across London and out to the south, rather than a rail journey via central London with a change partway through.
From £140
60–90 min
Cross-London
Door to terminal
100% Free Cancellation
Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice 2026London City Airport to Gatwick in one direct journey
London City and Gatwick are roughly 30 miles apart by road, on opposite sides of London. Allow around 60 to 90 minutes depending on the route and traffic, with a wider margin recommended if you’re connecting onto another flight.
There’s no direct rail line between the two airports. The realistic public transport route means DLR or Underground into central London, then a further change onto Southern or Thameslink services down to Gatwick, typically 75 to 90 minutes or more with luggage.
From £140
One vehicle across London, not a cross-city rail connection with changes
Airport-to-airport transfers are exactly where a direct taxi earns its price. Moving between two of London’s busiest airports by rail means at least one change in central London, each one an opportunity to miss a connection with luggage.
A pre-booked car takes you straight from London City’s terminal to your Gatwick terminal kerb, with your flight numbers on both ends factored into the timing. You have one vehicle for the whole crossing, not a sequence of trains to coordinate.
Connecting between flights?
Give us both flight numbers so we can build in a realistic buffer for London traffic.
Travelling with checked luggage?
A direct vehicle avoids changing trains twice with heavy cases.
Need North or South Terminal?
Tell us which one when booking so your driver takes you to the correct forecourt, Gatwick's two terminals aren't linked airside.
Nervous about tight timing?
Book with extra buffer built in rather than the shortest possible connection window.
London City Airport to Gatwick taxi prices
Choose the vehicle according to the size of your group and the amount of luggage you are carrying.
| Vehicle | Passengers | Luggage | Single Trip | Return Trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Saloon | Up to 4 | Up to 2 large | £140 | £280 |
| Executive Car | Up to 4 | Up to 2 large | £173 | £346 |
| MPV | Up to 5 | Up to 3 large | £173 | £346 |
| Minibus (8) | Up to 8 | Up to 4 large | £208 | £416 |
| Minibus (16) | Up to 16 | Up to 10 large | £416 | £832 |
Confirm the current live fare, vehicle availability and luggage capacity through the booking system before publication.
Taxi, rail or self-drive between London City and Gatwick?
There’s no direct rail line between London’s airports. A private transfer removes the changes and luggage handling the public transport route otherwise requires.
| Option | Journey | Cost | Best suited to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private taxi | About 60–90 min by road | From £140 per vehicle | Airport-to-airport connections, luggage, and minimising the risk of a missed change. |
| DLR/Tube plus Southern or Thameslink, with a change | Around 75–90+ min | Per passenger | Light travellers with a generous connection window and no heavy luggage. |
| Self-drive | About 60–90 min | Variable, plus parking at either end | Travellers with their own vehicle and a place to leave it. |
Cross-London traffic is genuinely variable. Build in extra time on top of any estimate here, particularly if you’re connecting onto another flight at Gatwick.
From London City Airport arrivals to Gatwick
Give us the information we need when you book and your transfer can be organised around your flight.
01 — BOOK
Add your flight and destination
Enter your flight number, passenger count, luggage requirements and whether you’re travelling to Gatwick or another address.
02 — ARRIVE
Meet your driver
Your booking contains your arrival information. Your driver waits inside London City’s single terminal building, not at the public taxi rank outside.
03 — TRAVEL
Go directly to Heathrow
Your journey continues by private vehicle directly to your Gatwick terminal, without a change of train in central London.
Picking You Up at London City Airport
London City has a single, compact terminal in the Royal Docks, one of the fastest airports in London to clear after landing. That doesn’t remove the need for clear pickup arrangements, it just means getting them right matters even more on a short connection.
Fast turnaround by design
Not the same as the taxi rank
Baggage-hall exit meeting point
DLR station attached to the terminal
Built around the journey you actually need
The useful part of a route transfer is knowing what is included before you arrive at London City Airport.
Fixed-price booking
The applicable fare is confirmed before travel, not metered on the day.
Flight monitoring
Provide your flight number so your arrival information is attached to the booking.
Meet & Greet
Your driver waits inside the terminal building holding a name board.
Address, station or terminal
Your destination is the specific Gatwick terminal, North or South, you confirm at booking.
Vehicle selection
Choose according to passenger numbers and luggage.
Child seats on request
Request the appropriate seat when making your booking, free of charge.
What You Get With Your London City Airport to Gatwick Airport Transfer
Your booking is built around this specific route, from London City’s single terminal to your specific Gatwick terminal, North or South.
Fixed saloon fare from £140
A clear starting price for the standard vehicle, with the applicable fare confirmed at booking.
Both flight numbers recorded
Include your London City arrival and onward Gatwick departure so timing accounts for both.
Single London City terminal, one pickup point
London City’s single terminal means there’s no terminal confusion at this end.
Correct Gatwick terminal on arrival
Tell us T2, T3, T4 or T5 so your driver takes you to the right forecourt.
Vehicle choice based on your group
Select a saloon, executive car, MPV or larger vehicle according to passenger and luggage requirements.
Meet & Greet available
Your driver waits inside the London City terminal building holding a name board.
Confirm your Gatwick terminal before you travel
Gatwick operates two terminals, North and South, which sit apart from each other and aren’t connected without leaving through security. Confirm which one your onward flight uses on your booking confirmation or airline app before travelling.
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Before you book
How much is a taxi from London City Airport to Gatwick?
The standard saloon fare for this route is shown from £140 in the current page pricing supplied for this service. The applicable fare should be confirmed through the live booking system before travel.
How long does London City Airport to Gatwick take by taxi?
Allow around 60 to 90 minutes by road, crossing London from the east side to the south. Build in extra time if you’re connecting onto another flight.
Is there a direct train between London City and Gatwick?
No. There’s no single-seat rail journey between London’s airports. The realistic public transport route involves the DLR or Underground into central London, then a change onto Southern or Thameslink services, typically 75 to 90 minutes or more.
Which Gatwick terminal will my driver take me to?
Whichever one you confirm at booking, North or South. The two terminals aren’t linked airside, so it’s worth checking your terminal on your onward booking confirmation before travelling.
How much buffer time should I allow for a connecting flight?
We recommend building in extra time beyond the typical 60 to 90 minute road journey, particularly during peak traffic hours, since this is a genuine cross-London journey.
Where will my driver meet me at London City Airport?
Inside the terminal building, near the baggage-hall exit, holding a name board with your details.
Can I book a return journey from Gatwick to London City Airport?
Yes. You can arrange the return airport transfer as part of your travel plans and provide your outbound flight details for the London City journey.
Can I request a child seat?
Child seats can be requested when booking. Provide the children’s ages so the appropriate requirement can be considered.
Ready to arrange your Gatwick transfer?
Check your applicable fixed fare, choose the vehicle that fits your passengers and luggage, and arrange your London City pickup before you travel.