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London Heathrow Airport

IATA LHR ICAO EGLL Large Airport Scheduled Service

Location

Airport Information

City

London

Continent

EU

Coordinates

51,4707, -0,4599

Elevation

83 ft (25 m)

Runways

Ident Length Width Surface Lighted
09L/27R 12.799 ft (3.901 m) 164 ft ASP Yes
09R/27L 12.001 ft (3.658 m) 164 ft ASP Yes

Sobre London Heathrow Airport

O Aeroporto de Heathrow (LHR) é o maior e mais movimentado aeroporto do Reino Unido e um dos maiores hubs de aviação do mundo, localizado a aproximadamente 23 quilômetros a oeste do centro de Londres. Com mais de 79 milhões de passageiros anuais, Heathrow é consistentemente classificado entre os sete aeroportos mais movimentados do mundo e é o aeroporto europeu com maior tráfego internacional. O aeroporto possui quatro terminais operacionais — 2, 3, 4 e 5 — com o Terminal 5 dedicado exclusivamente à British Airways e ao seu hub da aliança Oneworld. O Terminal 5, desenhado por Richard Rogers, é uma impressionante estrutura de vidro e aço que abriga extensas instalações de compras e restauração de classe mundial. O Heathrow Express conecta o aeroporto à estação London Paddington em apenas 15 minutos, enquanto a Piccadilly Line do metro de Londres oferece uma alternativa mais económica. A localização de Londres como uma das cidades mais visitadas do mundo e um dos principais centros financeiros globais garante um fluxo constante de viajantes de negócios e turistas. Heathrow é também um dos maiores centros de compras duty-free do mundo, com boutiques de marcas de luxo e uma vasta seleção de produtos britânicos premium.

Aviation Terms

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get from London Heathrow to central London?
The Heathrow Express runs non-stop to London Paddington in 15 minutes, with fares from GBP 25 one-way. The Elizabeth Line (Crossrail) is a cheaper alternative at GBP 12.80 (peak Oyster), reaching Paddington in about 28 minutes and continuing through central London to Liverpool Street and beyond. The Piccadilly Line is the budget option at GBP 5.50, taking about 50-60 minutes to reach central London.
How many terminals does Heathrow Airport have?
Heathrow has four active terminals: 2, 3, 4, and 5. Terminal 1 was permanently closed in 2015. Terminal 5 is exclusively used by British Airways and Iberia. Terminal 2 (The Queen Terminal) serves Star Alliance carriers. Terminals 2 and 3 are connected by an underground walkway.
Which airlines operate from Heathrow Terminal 5?
Terminal 5 is exclusively used by British Airways, including its subsidiary BA CityFlyer, and Iberia (a fellow International Airlines Group carrier). British Airways operates approximately 60% of all Heathrow flights. T5 has three buildings: the main terminal and two satellite buildings (T5B and T5C) connected by an automated transit.
Is there free Wi-Fi at Heathrow?
Yes, Heathrow offers free Wi-Fi in all terminals with no time limit. The network is named _Heathrow Wi-Fi and provides speeds suitable for browsing and email. Premium faster Wi-Fi is available for purchase at various speed tiers.
Can I transfer between Heathrow terminals without going through security?
Terminals 2 and 3 have an airside connection via the underground Flight Connections walkway. For transfers involving Terminals 4 or 5, you must take the free Heathrow Express shuttle train, which means going through security again at the destination terminal. Allow at least 60-90 minutes for inter-terminal transfers.