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Take advantage of superb savings on flights between London City and Jersey from just £59. Book by 31 May. Click here for more information.

London City Airport is the perfect alternative to avoid Gatwick as the flight takes you right into the heart of London. It's only 12 minutes away from Canary Wharf, making it an ideal route if you are travelling on business.

This route to London City is also a popular choice for those weekend breaks so why not plan a trip to the Capital? Check out our destination guide to London for details of events and theatre packages, plus book your accommodation online here.

Blue Islands is the smart way to travel

Convenient twice daily service, 6 days a week
Avoid the stress of travelling through Gatwick
20 minute check-in time at London City Airport
Oyster cards available on-board
Complimentary breakfast and champagne bar service
Dedicated executive lounge at Jersey Airport
No card charges, no baggage charges and free ticket changes

Blue Islands can change the way you travel to the city with this direct, twice-daily service. London City Airport also has some great connections to Europe and even further afield, such as New York.

London City Airport is great for business or leisure; think differently and fly with Blue Islands for a stress-free journey into the city.

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Unrivalled public transport links

London City Airport has been voted as having the best public transport links in the world. It's easy to get to by public transport, with a fast Docklands Light Railway service linking to London's Underground and national rail stations.

Canary Wharf is only 12 minutes away.
Bank station is only 22 minutes away.
The Olympic Village in only 14 minutes away.
The new Westfield Shopping Centre is just 14 minutes away.
The O2 in only 13 minutes away.
Canning Town is only 7 minutes away, connecting you to the Jubilee Line for the West End.
Oxford Circus is only 32 minutes away.

For full details of transport links from the airport, visit Transport for London.

Excellent European connections

London City Airport is also an excellent hub for European connections for Channel Island passengers. The Blue Islands flights from Jersey have excellent connection times to a wide variety of key European destinations meaning there is no longer the need to connect from Gatwick or Heathrow, making travel time significantly faster.

Connecting European destinations include Amsterdam, Antwerp, Bern, Copenhagen, Dublin, Dundee, Edinburgh, Eindhoven, Florence, Frankfurt, Glasgow, Luxembourg, Madrid, Milan Linate, Munich, Paris Orly, Rotterdam and Stockholm. Plus, London City really is the airport for the time-precious business traveller, with a 20 minute check-in time. For more information on onward connections from London City airport to Europe, click here.

To find out more information about London City Airport and onward connections you can visit their website.

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LEISURE EVENTS

4 APRIL-9 SEPTEMBER. DAMIEN HIRST EXHIBITION AT THE TATE MODERN.

The Renowned British artist showcases some of his most iconic and infamous pieces of art from the past twenty years at a special. One of the highlights will undoubtedly be the iconic diamond encrusted skull, For the Love of God as an accompaniment to the full-scale exhibition. For more information, click here.

7 APRIL. OXFORD AND CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY BOAT RACE, PUTNEY BRIDGE.

This race on the Thames is one of the world's longest running sports events, and one of the most popular on the London sports calendar. For more information, click here.

22 APRIL.VIRGIN LONDON MARATHON.

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23 APRIL-27 JULY. WORLD SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL.

Produced by the Royal Shakespeare Company for the London 2012 Festival, as part of the Cultural Olympiad. For more information, click here.

MAY 2012. CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW.

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UNTIL 10 JUNE. DICKENS AND LONDON AT THE MUSEUM OF LONDON.

Get involved in the amazing events, exhibitions and screenings across London in 2012 to celebrate Charles Dickens' 200th birthday. For more information, click here.

JUNE 2012. THE QUEEN'S DIAMOND JUBILEE CELEBRATIONS.

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THE WIMBLEDON EXPERIENCE 2012.

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13 JULY-8 SEPTEMBER. BBC PROMS.

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21 JULY-9 SEPTEMBER. SPITALFIELDS INTERNATIONAL FOOD FESTIVAL.

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27 JULY 2012 ONWARDS. LONDON OLYMPIC GAMES

The London 2012 Olympic Games kick off on 27 July 2012, with a fantastic Opening Ceremony, welcoming the world's greatest Olympic athletes to London. The London Olympic Games will feature 26 different sports, breaking down into disciplines and events. Find out more about London 2012 Olympic events here.

LONDON PARALYMPICS 2012.

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13 AUGUST-30 SEPTEMBER. A DIAMOND ROYAL DAY.

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AUGUST & SEPTEMBER 2012. BUCKINGHAM PALACE & THE GARDEN HIGHLIGHTS TOUR.

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AUGUST 2012. NOTTING HILL CARNIVAL.

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BONFIRE NIGHT IN LONON.

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3 DECEMBER. NITRO CIRCUS LIVE AT THE O2 ARENA, TICKET & 3* HOTEL FROM £119PP.

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For more information on events, theatre, and hotel packages in London visit Superbreak.

BUSINESS EVENTS

26 APRIL. FOREX TRADING CONFERENCE, DEXTER HOUSE.

Foreign exchange (forex) is arguably one of the most intellectually interesting-and profitable-markets in which to get involved. Attending this conference is essential for anyone trading forex. For more information, click here.

2 MAY. GUERNSEY FUNDS FORUM.

The 2012 Forum, entitled 'Shaken not stirred', is taking place from 12.30pm on Wednesday 2 May 2012 at the Grange St Paul's Hotel, London EC4. It will culminate in a keynote debate featuring former UK Chancellor of the Exchequer, Norman Lamont, and Economics Editor and Broadcaster Stephanie Flanders. For more information, click here.

24-25 MAY. RISKY BUSINESS CONFERENCE, KINGS PLACE.

For exceptional talks on managing risk and patient safety from world experts in a wide array of high-risk industries, business, sport, and exploration. For more information, click here.

PETRUS

You are guaranteed an unforgettable dining experience at this famous Gordan Ramsay establishment. A relaxed atmosphere with a quirky edge - expect mini 'fun' dishes between your own chosen courses. If you can make the detour to Knightsbridge, it is definitely worth it. For more information, click here.

OXO TOWER RESTAURANT

This awe-inspiring restaurant situated at the top of the Oxo Tower on the South Bank offers a fine dining experience like no other. Echoing the design of a 1930s ocean liner, the restaurant is an elegant space, beautiful in its simplicity. For more information, click here.

GAUTHIER SOHO

Set in the unique evironment of an unmodernised Regency townhouse in London's vibrant Soho district, Gauthier Soho evokes the spirit of an era long since disappeared. Passionate service proffering courses within silver cloches, a steaming basement kitchen and intimate dining rooms buzzing with discerning diners. For more information, click here.

PEARL RESTAURANT AND BAR

Jun Tanaka's Pearl is one of London's most glamorous dining rooms. From the moment you walk in, the restaurant exudes opulence with trails of hand-strung pearls, pearl chandeliers and walnut interior. An exquisite modern French menu changes seasonally and is complemented by stunning surroundings of the restaurant. For more information, click here.

Blue Islands operates return flights to London City from Jersey with connections from Guernsey.

AIRPORT INFO

For more information about London City Airport please visit www.londoncityairport.com

CHECK-IN

Opens 90 mins before departure & closes 20 mins before departure.

TAXIS

Licensed black cabs are available directly outside the terminal building. Pre-booking is available via Computer Cab. Tel: 020 7908 0286.

BUSES & TRAINS

A pre-bookable shuttle bus runs between Central London and the airport. www.lcyshuttle.co.uk. The Docklands Light Railway operates frequent services from the terminal to Canary Wharf and the City.

CAR HIRE

Hertz, Avis and Europcar have licensed offices at the airport which are one minute's walk from the terminal. www.londoncityairport.com

THEATRE AND MUSICAL EVENTS

THEATRE AND HOTEL PACKAGES

Book special theatre and hotel packages, through our partner Superbreak and choose from a fantastic choice of West End shows at discounted prices. Shows include Ghost, Roald Dahl's Matilda, Shrek and The Lion King plus many more. For more information and to book, click here.

19 APRIL-21 JULY. SOUTH DOWNS/ THE BROWNING VERSION AT HAROLD PINDER THEATRE, TICKET & 3* HOTEL FROM £98PP.

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19 APRIL-21 JULY. WRITTEN ON THE HEART, DUCHESS THEATRE, TICKET & 3* HOTEL FROM £101PP.

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4 MAY-25 AUGUST. WHAT THE BUTLER SAW, VAUDEVILLE THEATRE, TICKET & 3* HOTEL FROM £93.25PP.

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8-9 MAY. THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE.

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14 SEPTEMBER-19 JANUARY 2013. LET IT BE AT PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE, TICKET & 3* HOTEL, FROM £60PP.

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THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA.

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