Operational hours

London City Airport’s operational hours are limited to minimise the impact on local residents.

Airport operating hours

The existing approved operating hours have been maintained under the new planning approval. The airport is permitted to operate flights between the following hours:
i)    06.30 and 22.30 hours on weekdays
ii)   06.30 and 13.00 hours on Saturdays
iii)  12.30 and 22.30 on Sundays
iv)  09.00 and 22.30 hours on Public or Bank Holidays
v)   Full closure on 25 December

The final 30 minutes of operation is solely for flight scheduled earlier which have been unavoidably delayed

Restricted aircraft

Only aircraft operators who are able to demonstrate that their aircraft can operate within strict allowable limits can use London City Airport.

Restricted movements

The number of Air Transport Movements (take off and landings) is limited.

Noise management scheme

A noise management scheme is fully operational at London City Airport, with specialist equipment used to monitor the noise and flight tracks of departing aircraft. Real time inspection and detailed analysis of aircraft flight paths ensure that aircraft adhere to arrival and departure routes. In addition to the NTK, general ground running monitoring ensures that aircraft create the minimum noise. These procedures reduce the use of the auxiliary power units and the use of reverse thrust by aircraft.