About London Heathrow Airport
London Heathrow (LHR) is the United Kingdom's busiest airport and a major global aviation hub. Located in the London Borough of Hillingdon, it handles more international passengers than any other airport in Europe and serves as the primary long-haul gateway for England.
Heathrow began as a small airfield in the 1930s and expanded dramatically after the Second World War. Today it operates four passenger terminals and is a cornerstone of the UK economy, supporting tourism, business travel, and cargo logistics.
Airport facts
- IATA / ICAO
- LHR / EGLL
- Location
- London, Greater London, TW6 1QG
- Annual passengers
- 83.9 million (2024)
- Runways
- Two parallel runways; dual-hub operations for British Airways and Virgin Atlantic.
Terminals
Terminal 2
Star Alliance hub; flights to Europe and long-haul destinations.
Terminal 3
Oneworld and other long-haul carriers including many US routes.
Terminal 4
SkyTeam and Middle Eastern carriers; extensive long-haul network.
Terminal 5
British Airways main base; UK domestic and international flights.
Airlines & destinations
British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, American Airlines, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Lufthansa, and 80+ other carriers.
Getting to and from the airport
Heathrow is 15 miles west of central London, accessible via the M4, M25, A4, and dedicated airport roads. The Elizabeth line (Crossrail), Heathrow Express, Piccadilly line, and coach services link the airport to London and the UK.
Designated private hire pickup points operate at each terminal. Pre-booked taxis and minicabs must use authorised airport pickup zones — provide your terminal and flight number when booking.
Facilities
Lounges, extensive retail and dining, currency exchange, hotels on-site and nearby, business centres, prayer rooms, and assistance for passengers with reduced mobility. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the terminals.
Frequently asked questions
- How much is a Heathrow airport taxi?
- Enter your pickup and drop-off (terminal or full postcode) on our booking page for an instant fixed quote. Heathrow airport taxi and Heathrow airport transfers are priced upfront — the fare at checkout is what you pay for the agreed journey.
- How do I book Heathrow airport transfers?
- Book online: choose Heathrow or your address, add terminal (T2–T5), date, time, and flight number. You receive email confirmation and can request meet-and-greet or child seats in notes.
- How do I book a taxi from Heathrow?
- Use Airport Transfers Taxi online: enter your terminal or full Heathrow address, destination, and flight details. You will receive a fixed quote and email confirmation.
- Which terminal should I specify?
- Check your airline booking — T2, T3, T4, and T5 serve different carriers. Provide your flight number for arrival pickups so we can monitor delays.
- Do you offer taxi to Heathrow airport from London?
- Yes. Book taxi to Heathrow airport from any London postcode or UK address. Popular routes include central London, Canary Wharf, Windsor, and Reading — see our Heathrow route list below.