Friday, August 23, 2024 London City Airport is expanding to handle up to 9 million passengers yearly, adding more flights to enhance European travel convenience. A minor airport in London is set to undergo an expansion, simplifying travel to various European destinations . London City Airport (LCY), situated to the east of the capital, has received approval from the Department for Transport to increase its capacity from 6.
5 million to 9 million passengers annually. Additionally, the airport will be permitted to introduce three more early morning flights on weekdays. London City Airport, a relatively small airport with only 15 gates split between two wings, handled 3.
4 million passengers last year. This is minimal compared to the 79 million passengers that passed through London’s international Heathrow Airport (LHR) during the same period. The airport, known for its convenient location close to central London, has seen a gradual increase in passenger numbers since the pandemic, although it has not yet returned to its 2019 figures when it served 5.
1 million travelers. London City Airport offers flights to over 24 destinations across the UK and Europe, serviced by major airlines such as British Airways, Lufthansa, and KLM. While the airport is set to expand, including increasing its passenger capacity, there will be no changes to its operating hours.
Currently, London City Airport operates from 4:45 am to 10 pm on weekdays, 10:45 am to 10 pm on Sundays, and from 4:45 am to 1 p.