Getting To London Heathrow Airport

Before setting out for the airport it is vital that you check which terminal you require.

Serves: Heathrow, London, England
Operator: BAA Limited
Time Zone: Europe/London
IATA Code: LHR
ICAO Code: EGLL
Location: 051°28'39"N 000°27'41"W

Heathrow airport is 15 miles to the west of central London. Terminals 1, 2 and 3 are located next to each other at the centre of Heathrow, whilst Terminal 4 is located to the south of the airport and has a separate entrance.

Heathrow Directions by Car

Heathrow Directions by Rail / Railair

Heathrow Directions by Coach / Bus

Heathrow Travel by Taxi

London licensed taxis (Black Cabs) are available from outside each terminal for travel within the London area. To ensure there are adequate taxis to meet demand, a computer system is used to control the flow of vehicles to the forecourts but there is generally never a shortage of taxis at Heathrow.

The approximate cost from Heathrow to central London is £45.00-£50.00, with an average journey time of one hour. Journeys inside London are priced using the taxi meter. Journeys to the Borough of Spelthorne are charged at a maximum of £25.00. The fare for all other journeys outside of London should be agreed between the driver and the passenger prior to the journey commencing. Approximate fares are indicated at the taxi stands on the forecourts.

In central London taxis can be hailed on the street or booked through your hotel.

For further information you can contact the taxi information desks located in the terminals:

Terminal 1 arrivals: +44 (0)20 8745 7487
Terminal 2 arrivals: +44 (0)20 8745 5408
Terminal 3 arrivals: +44 (0)20 8745 4655
Terminal 4 arrivals: +44 (0)20 8745 7302

London taxis are licensed by Transport For London to operate in the Metropolitan Police District and are strictly regulated to ensure that high standards are maintained.

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