London City Airport to Stansted Airport Taxi
Book a fixed-price private transfer from London City Airport directly to Stansted Airport. One vehicle out to the north east of London, rather than a rail journey into central London followed by the Stansted Express.
From £100
50-75 min
Cross-London
Door to terminal
100% Free Cancellation
Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice 2026London City Airport to Stansted in one direct journey
London City Airport and Stansted Airport are roughly 33 to 35 miles apart by road. Allow around 50 to 75 minutes depending on North Circular, A12 and M11 traffic, and up to 90 minutes at peak times. Leave a wider margin if you’re connecting onto another flight.
The public transport alternative is the DLR or Underground to Liverpool Street, then the Stansted Express for the final leg, typically 70 to 90 minutes including the change. A private transfer removes that change and the walk between platforms with your luggage.
From £100
One vehicle for the whole crossing, not a change at Liverpool Street
Reaching Stansted by rail from London City isn’t unreasonable, since the Stansted Express itself is a fast, direct service, but it still means a full change of station and mode partway through your journey.
A pre-booked car takes you straight from London City’s terminal to Stansted’s terminal kerb, with your flight numbers on both ends factored into the timing. You have one vehicle for the whole crossing, not a train followed by another train.
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 the platform change at Liverpool Street with heavy cases.
Prefer not to manage a rail change?
A direct taxi is a straightforward alternative if you'd rather not coordinate two separate train journeys.
Nervous about tight timing?
Book with extra buffer built in rather than the shortest possible connection window.
London City Airport to Stansted 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 | £100 | £200 |
| Executive Car | Up to 4 | Up to 2 large | £125 | £250 |
| MPV | Up to 5 | Up to 3 large | £125 | £250 |
| Minibus (8) | Up to 8 | Up to 4 large | £153 | £306 |
| Minibus (16) | Up to 16 | Up to 10 large | £306 | £612 |
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 Stansted?
The Stansted Express itself is fast, but reaching it from London City still means changing at Liverpool Street. A private transfer removes that change entirely.
| Option | Journey | Cost | Best suited to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private taxi | About 50-75 min by road | From £100 per vehicle | Airport-to-airport connections, luggage, and avoiding a change of station. |
| DLR/Tube to Liverpool Street, then Stansted Express | Around 70–90 min including the change | Per passenger | Light travellers comfortable managing one change with a generous connection window. |
| Self-drive | About 50-75 min | Variable, plus parking at either end | Travellers with their own vehicle and a place to leave it. |
Cross-London traffic and rail connection times are genuinely variable. Build in extra time on top of any estimate here, particularly if you’re connecting onto another flight at Stansted.
From London City Airport arrivals to Stansted
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 Stansted 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 Stansted’s terminal, without a change of station 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 Stansted Airport Transfer
Your booking is built around this specific route, from London City’s single terminal to Stansted’s single passenger terminal.
Fixed saloon fare from £100
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 terminal at both ends
Neither London City nor Stansted requires terminal-matching, both are single-terminal airports.
Direct to the forecourt
Your driver takes you straight to Stansted’s terminal, not a station a further leg away.
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.
Two single-terminal airports, one direct journey
Both London City and Stansted operate a single passenger terminal each, which at least removes one layer of complexity from this cross-London route compared with a transfer to Heathrow or Gatwick.
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Before you book
How much is a taxi from London City Airport to Stansted?
The standard saloon fare for this route is shown from £100 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 Stansted take by taxi?
Allow around 50 to 75 minutes by road, depending on North Circular, A12 and M11 traffic. During peak hours it can take up to 90 minutes, so build in extra time if you’re connecting onto another flight.
Wouldn't the Stansted Express be quicker?
The Stansted Express itself is a fast, direct service once you’re on it, but reaching it from London City means a DLR or Underground journey to Liverpool Street first and a change of station. A taxi removes that change entirely.
Do both airports have just one terminal?
Yes. London City and Stansted are both single-terminal airports, which simplifies this route compared with a transfer involving Heathrow or Gatwick.
How much buffer time should I allow for a connecting flight?
We recommend building in extra time beyond the typical 50 to 75 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 Stansted 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 Stansted transfer?
Check your applicable fixed fare, choose the vehicle that fits your passengers and luggage, and arrange your London City pickup before you travel.