London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
United Kingdom's busiest airport & premier international aviation gateway to London.
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Airport Quick Facts
Airport Overview
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the primary international airport serving London and the largest, busiest aviation hub in the United Kingdom. Located approximately 14 miles (23 km) west of Central London in the London Borough of Hillingdon, Heathrow handles nearly 80 million passengers annually. As the primary global hub for British Airways and a major operating base for Virgin Atlantic, LHR connects the UK with over 214 destinations across 84 countries through four state-of-the-art passenger terminals.
General Contact & Operations
Airport Terminals & Amenities
Terminal 2 (The Queen's Terminal)
Airlines HubHeathrow's newest passenger facility, known as The Queen's Terminal, designed with eco-friendly architecture and modern biometric gates.
Terminal 3
Airlines HubA bustling long-haul hub hosting premier international airlines with high-end luxury retail and exceptional alliance lounges.
Terminal 4
Airlines HubSituated on the southern perimeter of Heathrow, providing dedicated facilities for premier Middle Eastern and SkyTeam operators.
Terminal 5
Airlines HubA standalone architectural marvel featuring concourses 5A, 5B, and 5C connected by an automated underground transit train.
Airlines Operating Here
British Airways (BA)
Virgin Atlantic (VS)
Emirates (EK)
Qatar Airways (QR)
Lufthansa (LH)
Singapore Airlines (SQ)
United Airlines (UA)
American Airlines (AA)
Air France (AF)
Air India (AI)
Popular Non-Stop Flight Routes
🇺🇸 Domestic Non-Stop Connections
🌐 Top International Gateways
Nearby Alternate Airports
Ground Transportation & Transit
Airport Parking Options
VIP Airport Lounges
British Airways Concorde Room & First Lounges
Terminal 5Private dining cabanas, vintage champagne bar, terrace views, full à la carte service.
Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse
Terminal 3Rooftop terrace, deli dining, retro cocktail bar, pool table, and relaxation spa.
Plaza Premium Lounge
Terminal 2, Terminal 4, Terminal 5Hot buffet dining, showers, private resting suites, high-speed Wi-Fi, and workstations.
Airport Hotels & Stays
Car Rental Counters
Avis & Budget
📍 Heathrow Airport Car Rental Centre (Northern Perimeter Rd)
Hertz
📍 Northern Perimeter Rd with free shuttle bus connections
Enterprise
📍 Dedicated desks at Terminal 2, 3, 4, and 5
Sixt
📍 Terminal car park collection & VIP shuttle service
Passenger Services & Facilities
Airport Terminal & Location Map
Interactive geographical map of London Heathrow Airport
Traveler Tips & Survival Advice
Frequently Asked Questions
British Airways operates predominantly from Terminal 5, with select short-haul European and long-haul flights operating from Terminal 3.