Average Aircraft pilots and air traffic controllers Salary in City of London
ONS ASHE 2025 · London region · Updated October 2025
How City of London compares
The median pay for aircraft pilots and air traffic controllerss in the London stood at £123,796 in 2025, placing them 14.9% above the UK-wide figure of £107,712. Factor in the London's cost of living (16.4% above the UK norm) and a £123,796 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £106,354. Compared to the City of London average across all roles (£67,064), aircraft pilots and air traffic controllerss take home 84.6% more.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (London index: 116.4, UK=100), a salary of £123,796 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £106,354 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the London is 16.4% above the UK average.
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Aircraft pilots and air traffic controllers salary in areas near City of London
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average aircraft pilots and air traffic controllers salary in City of London?
The median aircraft pilots and air traffic controllers salary in the London (which includes City of London) is £123,796 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does aircraft pilots and air traffic controllers pay in City of London compare to the UK average?
Aircraft pilots and air traffic controllers in the London earn 14.9% above the national median of £107,712. This makes the London one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is aircraft pilots and air traffic controllers a well-paid job in City of London compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in City of London is £67,064. Aircraft pilots and air traffic controllers in the London earn £123,796, which is 84.6% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for aircraft pilots and air traffic controllerss cover the London region. The all-jobs average is specific to City of London. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.