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  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "United Kingdom",
    "addressLocality": "London"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Regional carriers"
  ],
  "amenityFeature": [
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "45 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    }
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  "city": "London",
  "code": "LCY",
  "connection_tips": "Connecting through London City Airport (LCY) is an exceptionally fast and efficient experience due to its compact, single-terminal design and focus on business travel. You will usually pass through immigration, collect your bags (if not checked through), clear customs, and then head to the first-floor departure area to re-clear security. Use a contactless credit card or Oyster card for the best fares. You must monitor the flight information screens constantly; gates are typically announced only 20 minutes before departure.\n\nFor international-to-international or international-to-domestic transfers, a connection time of 45 to 60 minutes is typically sufficient\u2014the fastest among London\u2019s hubs. Thanks to advanced CT scanners, security wait times are often under ten minutes, and you generally do not need to remove liquids or electronics from your bag. \n\nGround transportation to central London is dominated by the Docklands Light Railway (DLR), which is integrated into the terminal. Official taxis are available curbside, with a ride to the City typically costing \u00a330 to \u00a340. Due to the short 1,508-meter runway and steep 5.5-degree approach over the Thames, LCY is served only by specialized STOL-capable aircraft like the Embraer E190 and Airbus A220-100.\n\nHowever, because the terminal is small, there is no dedicated airside transit corridor for many flights. Trains depart every 7 to 10 minutes, reaching Canary Wharf in 15 minutes and the City (Bank Station) in 22 minutes. A critical tip for LCY: the airport operates a 'Silent Airport' policy, meaning there are no overhead announcements for boarding or gate changes. Arriving at the airport 60 to 90 minutes before your flight is standard, but check-in for those with hand luggage only can often be done as late as 20 to 30 minutes before departure.",
  "country": "United Kingdom",
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  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=GBP",
  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "London City Airport in London, United Kingdom, has a single compact terminal with limited food and.",
    "Frequent flyers recommend arranging transport and meals in advance to keep connections stress-free.",
    "Check your flight status before leaving for the airport.",
    "Allow extra time during peak travel periods at this airport.",
    "Keep important documents easily accessible at this airport."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=London+City+Airport",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
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    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
  },
  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=GBP",
  "iataCode": "LCY",
  "icao": "EGLC",
  "international": true,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": 51.5052986145,
  "layover_planner_info": "Limited amenities; prepare necessities in advance.",
  "longitude": 0.0552779995,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 45,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 90,
  "mct_interline": 120,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 90,
  "mct_international_to_international": 120,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact airline desks for rebooking assistance.",
  "name": "London City Airport",
  "region": "Europe",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "LHR",
      "name": "London Heathrow Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "BQH",
      "name": "London Biggin Hill Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "SEN",
      "name": "London Southend Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "London City Airport (LCY) operates through a single modern terminal building strategically located in the Royal Docks Borough of Newham, approximately six miles east of the City of London and three miles east of Canary Wharf, designed specifically to serve London's financial district and business community. The compact terminal features 14 gates within a streamlined layout that eliminates the need for shuttle buses or trains, with all facilities accessible within short walking distances and divided into three efficient zones: check-in area, departures lounge, and arrivals area. The facility's design emphasizes convenience for business travelers, featuring a range of shops, restaurants, and lounges appropriate for the airport's role as London's premier business aviation hub.\n\nMajor airlines operating from EGLC include British Airways (the airport's primary operator), KLM, Lufthansa, and Swiss International Air Lines, with BA CityFlyer operating Embraer E-190 aircraft on European routes and specialized services to ski resort destinations during winter months. The airport's unique operational constraints, including a 1,508-meter runway and steep 5.5\u00b0 glideslope requirements, restrict operations to specially certified multi-engine aircraft up to Airbus A318 size with crew certifications for steep approach operations. Popular destinations from LCY include Amsterdam, Dublin, Edinburgh, Frankfurt, and Zurich, serving primarily business travelers accessing Europe's financial centers.\n\nLondon City Airport serves as a crucial business aviation gateway, featuring a corporate terminal opened in 2002 with the London City Private Jet Centre FBO providing specialized services for executive and corporate jets. The airport's proximity to London's Docklands financial district makes it the preferred choice for business travelers, particularly those traveling to destinations like Luxembourg, Frankfurt, and other European financial centers. Ground transportation from the terminal includes the Docklands Light Railway (DLR) providing rapid connections to Central London and Canary Wharf, plus road access via the A1020, creating seamless connectivity between international business destinations and London's financial centers.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://skyvector.com/airport/EGLC/London-City-Airport"
}