Previously known as London Airport, London Heathrow Airport is located 23 km from London city centre and is the main international airport serving London, alongside Gatwick, City, Luton, Stansted and Southend. The airport’s four terminals host over 70 million passengers a year, making it the second-busiest airport in the world in 2022 and the busiest airport in Europe in 2023. Home to over 70 airlines, Heathrow Airport offers more international connections than any other airport worldwide and is a vital hub for known carriers such as British Airways and Virgin Atlantic.
Heathrow Airport Services
Fast Track
London Heathrow Airport is currently unable to offer its own Fast Track service to customers online. However, some airlines offer a Fast Track service, and the airport has fast-track security lanes available for use.
Fast track services are often available at check out when purchasing your flight tickets. Alternatively, contact your airline directly to enquire about fast-track services.
Special Assistance
Airport Lounges
Free WiFi
Baggage Services
Heathrow Airport Parking
Heathrow Airport parking options are vast. Whether you’re going on an extended holiday, a quick city break, or a family holiday, airport parking at Heathrow provides convenient options for all needs. Most car parks offer online booking options as well as drive-up prices.
Short Stay (all terminals)
2-minute walk from terminals
Perfect for families with children or anyone with heavy luggage
Prices start at £7.50 (€9) for the first 30 minutes and £17 (€20) for 1-2 hours
Long Stay (all terminals)
10-minute free shuttle bus to terminals
Ideal if you’re going away for a couple of days or more
First 30 minutes free, and the first day costs £39.50 (€46.10) off-peak and £45.30 (€53) peak, and any additional day costs £31.80 (€37) off-peak and £36.20 (€42) peak
POD Parking (Terminal 5)
6-minute electric pod shuttle
Good eco-friendly option
Day rates start at £55.70 (€65)
Operates exclusively with online reservations
Business Parking (Terminals 2, 3, and 5)
5-minute business-class shuttle to terminals
Convenient options for business travellers
Prices start at £44.80 (€52) per day
Exclusively operates with online reservations
Meet and Greet
Drive your vehicle to the short-stay car park, leave your keys with a valet and they’ll do the rest
Drive-up prices start from £133.90 (€156) for the first day
Book in advance for the best price
Valet Parking
Drop your car off right outside your terminal, leave your keys with a valet and head straight inside
Arrivals
Departures
Heathrow Airport Terminals
There are four operational terminals at London Heathrow, Terminals 2, 3, 4, and 5. Terminal 5 is the largest, and Terminals 2 and 3 are right next to each other (linked via a pedestrian walkway). Terminals 5 and 2 both have satellite terminals with extra boarding gates and some services, facilities, shops and food places to accommodate more passengers. The satellite terminals are connected to the main terminals via walkways so transferring is easy.
Nevertheless, all terminals have plenty of facilities such as charging stations, currency exchange and cash services, multi-faith prayer rooms, toilets and baby changing rooms, medical facilities and help points. Shops, bars and restaurants are also plentiful, with all levels easily accessible via lift or escalator. You can also take advantage of the airport’s many lounges, meeting rooms, and business facilities. Plus, there’s even a spa in Terminal 5!
*Heathrow Airport has three stations: Heathrow Terminals 2-3, Heathrow Terminal 4 and Heathrow Terminal 5. You can use the buses to transfer between terminals (airside), and you can use the Heathrow Express, Piccadilly Line, or Elizabeth Line to get between terminals (landside).
Terminal 2
Terminal 4
Terminal 5
Transportation Options to and from the Airport
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By train
Catch The Heathrow Express to Central London in just 15 minutes
*Departure every 15 minutes
By coach
Hop on a coach to London Victoria for 50 minutes
*Departure every 45 minutes
By taxi
Get a Heathrow Airport taxi from the ranks to take you anywhere in London.
Or, for a more personalised experience, pre-book an airport taxi with Welcome Pickups.
By car
Drive to London in around an hour.
*Trip durations vary depending on your final destination and traffic
More connections from Heathrow
Trains
The Heathrow Express is a direct link from the airport to Paddington Station in central London.
The London Underground connects LHR Airport to London via the Piccadilly Line. The service runs frequently and stops at a number of stations in London city centre.
Trains on the Elizabeth Line connect Heathrow’s terminals to destinations such as London, Essex, and Reading.
Buses & Coaches
Taxis and Private Transfers
Heathrow Airport Hotels
Practical Information
Opening Hours
London Heathrow is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Shops and food outlets: 05:00-22:00 (except for certain food outlets and newsagents that are open 24/7)
Recommended Arrival Times
International Flights: 3 hours
European/Domestic Flights: 2 hours
Airport Codes
Heathrow Airport code: LHR (IATA)
ICAO code: EGLL
Contact Information
FAQs
Where is Heathrow Airport?
Heathrow Airport is located 5 km west of Hounslow and 5 km north of Staines-upon-Thames, in the London Borough of Hillingdon.