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London Heathrow Airport Parking

Compare Meet & Greet, Park & Ride, On-Airport and Off-Airport parking at London Heathrow, plus everything you need to know before you travel.

Key information

Location & postcode

15 miles west of central London. Heathrow Airport, Hounslow, TW6 1EW

By road

M4 Junction 4 for Terminals 2 & 3, M25 Junction 14 for Terminals 4 & 5

Public transport

Elizabeth line, Heathrow Express (15 mins to Paddington) and the Piccadilly line

Terminals

Terminal 2, Terminal 3, Terminal 4, Terminal 5

Drop-off charge

£7 per entry at all terminal forecourts (Terminal Drop-off Charge)

Passengers per year

Around 80m+

Terminal 5 is used mainly by British Airways; Terminals 2, 3 and 4 serve most other airlines. Check your ticket before you book parking, as some car parks only serve certain terminals. Charges and transport details can change. Please check before you travel.

Parking options at London Heathrow

Meet & Greet

Drive to the terminal and hand your keys to a driver, who parks your car for you.

Best for: Families, business travellers and anyone short on time.

On-Airport (Short, Mid & Long Stay)

Official car parks on the airport site, either a short walk or a quick airport shuttle from the terminal.

Best for: Short trips and travellers who want to stay on airport grounds.

Park & Ride

Park in a secure car park near the airport and take a regular shuttle bus to the terminal.

Best for: Holidays of a week or more on a budget.

Off-Airport

Independent car parks further from the airport with a shuttle, or a driver who takes your car to a remote compound.

Best for: Price-conscious travellers with time to spare.

Full guide to parking types

Typical parking prices at London Heathrow

Cheapest total prices found for a drop-off in about 30 days, booking fee included. Prices change with demand, so search your dates for live prices.

Parking type3 days7 days14 days
Off-Airportfrom £13.99from £27.19from £46.79
Park & Ridefrom £16.99from £33.49from £57.99
On-Airportfrom £22.99from £46.09from £80.39
Meet & Greetfrom £27.49from £55.54from £97.19

Parking at London Heathrow Airport

London Heathrow Airport is 15 miles west of central London, and handles around 80m+ passengers a year. Most travellers drive, so choosing the right car park, and booking it early, is one of the easiest ways to save money and start your trip relaxed. Our comparison brings together Meet & Greet, Park & Ride, On-Airport and Off-Airport options at London Heathrow, with the full price shown before you pay.

Driving to the airport

M4 Junction 4 for Terminals 2 & 3, M25 Junction 14 for Terminals 4 & 5. For sat-nav, use the postcode TW6 1EW, or the postcode on your booking confirmation for your car park. Allow extra time at peak times: early mornings, Friday afternoons and the start of school holidays.

Terminals

London Heathrow has 4 terminals (Terminal 2, Terminal 3, Terminal 4, Terminal 5). Terminal 5 is used mainly by British Airways; Terminals 2, 3 and 4 serve most other airlines. Check your ticket before you book parking, as some car parks only serve certain terminals. Always check the terminal on your ticket before you book, especially for Meet & Greet, where you meet the driver at a particular terminal.

Getting dropped off instead?

The forecourt drop-off charge is £7 per entry at all terminal forecourts (Terminal Drop-off Charge). If someone drops you off and picks you up, you pay twice, plus their fuel and time. For trips of a few days, pre-booked parking can work out cheaper and easier.

Public transport

Elizabeth line, Heathrow Express (15 mins to Paddington) and the Piccadilly line. Public transport can be a good choice if you live near a station and are travelling light.

Our top tips

Book 4–8 weeks ahead for the best prices at London Heathrow, especially for summer and half-term. Compare the total price rather than the daily rate. Add Cancellation Cover if your plans might change. Save the provider's phone number before you leave home.

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