Fixed Price £365
No hidden charges
Manchester to London City Airport Taxi from £365
Flying from the North West to a meeting in the City or Canary Wharf?
JourneyManchester to London City
Typical drive3 Hours, 45 Minutes
Fixed, all-in fare£365
Get Instant QuoteAvailable 24/7, 365 days a year. See every London City fare.
Looking for a dependable Manchester to London City Airport taxi?
Why Choose Our Manchester to London City Taxi Service
Professional fixed-fare transfers connecting Manchester and the wider North West to London City's single terminal — with TfL-licensed drivers, real-time flight tracking, and complimentary meet & greet on arrival.
Direct M1 Route
3 Hours, 45 Minutes
24/7 Available
365 days a year
Meet & Greet
Inside arrivals hall
Licensed Drivers
DBS checked & insured
Manchester to London City: Distance, Drive Time & M1 Route
Manchester sits at the top of the country’s main motorway spine, and that is the corridor almost every London City transfer follows.
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Travel Time~3 Hours, 45 Minutes via M1
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Main RouteM6 → M1 → A406 → A13 → London City
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Pick-up AreasAll M postcodes covered
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AirportLondon London City (LCY)
Why choose our Manchester to London City taxi:
- check_circleDirect M1 route—faster than trains with changes
- check_circleDoor-to-door from any Manchester address
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- check_circleNo luggage limits or station connections
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- • Manchester City Centre
- • Northern Quarter
- • Deansgate
- • Ancoats
- • Castlefield
- • Piccadilly Station
Manchester to London City Taxi Prices by Vehicle
Fixed Manchester to London City fares — no hidden charges, no surge pricing. Every price is door-to-door with meet & greet, flight monitoring and 60 minutes’ free waiting, and the London City airport drop off charges are handled for you.
| Vehicle Type | Passengers | Luggage | Price |
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| Saloon Car Toyota Prius, VW Passat | 1–3 | 2 large bags | £365 |
| Estate Car VW Passat Estate, Skoda Superb | 1–4 | 4 large bags | £410 |
| Executive Mercedes E-Class, BMW 5 Series | 1–4 | 2 large bags | £498 |
| MPV 5 Seater Vauxhall Zafira or similar | 5 | 3 large bags | £454 |
| MPV 6 Seater Ford Galaxy or similar | 5 | 4 large bags | £512 |
| MPV 7 Seater Mercedes Vito or similar | 6 | 5 large bags | £542 |
| Executive MPV 7 Mercedes V-Class or similar | 7 | 7 large bags | £712 |
| MPV 8 Seater Mercedes Sprinter or similar | 8 | 7 large bags | £579 |
info Every fare here is fixed in advance with no hidden fees, no meter, and no surge — compare taxi to London City Airport prices across every vehicle before you book.
Need an onward ride once you reach the capital? Check current black cab rates in London or estimate the trip with our London taxi fare calculator.
Prices may vary for late-night pickups (23:00–06:00) or bank holidays.
London City Airport Taxi Routes Across the North West
Popular nearby London City routes: Liverpool to London City taxi, Leeds to London City taxi, Sheffield to London City cab.
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Choose Your Vehicle for the Manchester to London City Run
Pick the vehicle that fits your group and luggage. Every car is air-conditioned and driven by a licensed driver.
Saloon
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From £365
Estate
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From £410
Executive
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From £498
MPV 5 Seater
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From £454
Need a larger vehicle? We also offer 8-seater minibuses. Child seats available free.
View Full Fleet arrow_forwardManchester to London City: Taxi vs Train vs Coach
How does a private Manchester to London City taxi stack up against the train and coach? On luggage, early flights and a guaranteed price, it comes out ahead.
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Train
By train: Manchester Piccadilly to London Euston on Avanti West Coast, then the Elizabeth line or Underground across town and the DLR out to London City Airport. Two changes with luggage across London — over four hours door to door, £70-160pp depending on how far ahead you book.
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Coach
On the coach: National Express from Manchester Coach Station to London Victoria, then the Tube and DLR to the Royal Docks, eight hours or more with a change in central London, at £30-45pp.
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Private Taxi
Door-to-door in 3 Hours, 45 Minutes, no changes, no luggage hassle, 24/7, fixed from £365.
Manchester Pickup & Drop-off Areas We Cover
Door-to-door across Manchester and Greater Manchester for London City transfers.
•Manchester City Centre
•Northern Quarter
•Deansgate
•Ancoats
•Castlefield
•Piccadilly Station
Wider Manchester Area Coverage:
We also cover every M postcode across Greater Manchester and the surrounding area, with door-to-door pickups from Salford (M5-M7), Stockport (SK1-SK8), Trafford & Old Trafford, and the region’s business parks.
London City Airport Transfers
We run transfers to and from London City's main terminal, with a dedicated pickup zone right by arrivals. Your driver meets you inside with a name board and gives you a hand with the luggage.
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Manchester to London City Transfers for Every Kind of Trip
Business & Corporate Travel
London City exists for exactly this traveller, and Manchester sends plenty of them to the City and Canary Wharf.
Conferences & Events at ExCeL
London City sits right beside the ExCeL centre in the Royal Docks, which makes it the natural airport for exhibitions and trade shows.
How to Book Your Manchester to London City Taxi
Booking takes about 60 seconds through our online booking system — enter your pickup, choose a vehicle, and get an instant fixed-fare quote, 24/7. Our London City airport taxi booking guide walks you through it.
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Enter Your Manchester Pickup Address
Any address, hotel, station, or business in Manchester and surrounding areas.
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Choose Your Vehicle Type
Saloon, Estate, Executive, MPV, or 8-Seater Minibus.
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Add Extras & Flight Details
Child seats, special requests, flight number for tracking.
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Pay Securely & Receive Confirmation
Card, PayPal, or cash to driver. Instant email/SMS confirmation.
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24/7 Customer Support
Need assistance? Visit our contact page or WhatsApp us for booking help or last-minute changes.
Quick Quote
Get an instant fixed-fare quote for your Manchester to London City Airport transfer.
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Starting From
£365 (Fixed Fare)
Manchester to London City Airport Taxi – Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Manchester to London City taxis. More on our FAQ page.
How much does a taxi from Manchester to London City Airport cost?
Your fare is fixed and shown in the price table above, starting with the saloon and rising by vehicle size. It is an all-in figure with no surge pricing on this long southbound route, so the price shown above is exactly what you pay whatever the traffic on the M6, M1 or the North Circular on the day.
How long does the Manchester to London City Airport journey take?
Allow roughly the drive time shown above. Almost the whole run is motorway down the M6 and M1, so the middle section is dependable; your driver builds in a sensible cushion for getting out of Greater Manchester at the start and for the A406 and A13 approach into the Royal Docks at the finish.
What is the best route from Manchester to London City?
The standard run drops south onto the M6, holds it to the Catthorpe interchange where it becomes the M1, then swings east onto the A406 North Circular and the A13 into the Royal Docks. An experienced driver watches the London approaches and adjusts the arrival window when the North Circular or A13 is heavy rather than trusting a flat average.
Is a taxi worth it when Manchester Airport is closer than London City?
Manchester has its own major airport, so nobody flies from London City for a holiday. People make this trip because London City is a compact business airport minutes from Canary Wharf and the City, ideal for short-haul European and domestic flights.
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Book Your Manchester to London City Taxi Today
Ready for a stress-free airport transfer? Book your Manchester to London City taxi today with London Airport Taxi — fixed fares from £365, professional drivers, and comfortable door-to-door service every step of the way.
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