British Airways Offers Exclusive Uber Boat Rides to London City Airport

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British Airways has partnered with Uber Boat by Thames Clippers to provide a picturesque route to the airport, offering a 25% discount on fares and a free drink along the Thames.

Uber Boat by Thames Clippers operates London’s River Bus service, which makes stops at 24 piers from Putney Pier in the west to Barking Riverside in the east.

This promotion is open to passengers flying with BA Cityflyer, British Airways’ subsidiary based at London City Airport, whether they’re traveling from Putney to Palma or Battersea to Berlin.

Those alighting at Royal Wharf Pier are just a brief DLR journey away from London City Airport, facilitating an enjoyable trip to the airport with stunning views of landmarks like Big Ben, The London Eye, The Shard, and The Cutty Sark.

Uber Boat by Thames Clippers provides a serene travel alternative, allowing passengers to board and alight at convenient locations across London such as Chelsea Harbour, Battersea Power Station, and Embankment. Promotional fares start at £4.20 per person within the East Zone or £7.69 from central London.

British Airways passengers flying to or from London City Airport on the same day can take advantage of a 25% discount on their tickets. Additionally, presenting their boarding pass at the onboard café bar will entitle them to a complimentary hot drink, perfect for enjoying the scenic views.

BA CityFlyer operates the Embraer 190, serving over 30 destinations in the UK and Europe year-round, with seating options in Club Europe (business class) and Euro Traveller (economy).

Timetable

The frequency of service varies by time of day and pier locations; travelers should consult the timetable before setting out.

Uber Boat by Thames Clippers is the premier River Bus service on the River Thames, connecting 24 piers throughout London. Regular services run every 10–20 minutes, including major stops at North Greenwich for The O2, Greenwich, Canary Wharf, Tower, London Bridge City, Westminster, and London Eye (Waterloo), along with residential stops like Battersea Power Station Pier and Barking Riverside Pier.

The service boasts a modern, fuel-efficient fleet of high-speed catamarans, including the Earth Clipper and Celestial Clipper—Europe’s first hybrid high-speed passenger ferries compliant with the High-Speed Craft Code. These cutting-edge vessels operate on battery power within the central zone and use biofuelled power for recharging outside central London.

For more than two decades, Uber Boat by Thames Clippers has led innovations in the river marine sector, championing sustainable infrastructure and economic development along the Thames. The company continues to explore sustainable solutions, including investing in trials for hybrid and hydrogen-powered vessels and securing Department for Transport funding to support a greener marine future.

Since 2020, a ticketing partnership with Uber has been encouraging more Londoners and visitors to explore the city by boat, integrating river and road travel via the Uber app.