Heathrow Airport drop-off charges
Official name: London Heathrow (LHR).
Yes, this is current information: Heathrow Airport's drop-off charge was verified on 12 June 2026 against the official London Heathrow page.
Dropping off at London Heathrow costs £7 each time a vehicle enters a terminal drop-off zone.
- Penalty if unpaid: £80
- Free alternative: Park & Ride (formerly Long Stay) (30 min)
- Pay by: Midnight the day after your visit (can also pay in advance or on the day)
One drop-off costs £7 — 7 days of parking from £271.20.Compare →
Cheaper to park or drop off at London Heathrow?
A quick drop-off is the cheapest way in. But if you're leaving the car, drive-up parking at London Heathrow is £271.20 for 7 days — versus a single £7 drop-off. Pre-booking is usually cheaper than the drive-up gate price.
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What does it cost to drop someone off at London Heathrow?
London Heathrow levies a charge to use the drop-off forecourt: £7 each time a vehicle enters a terminal drop-off zone; unpaid visits incur a £80 penalty charge. A free alternative, Park & Ride (formerly Long Stay), is available for 30 minutes. All figures are official, date-stamped snapshots read from the airport's own published page and verified 2026-06-10.
Up £1 vs 2025 (£6 → £7)
The free alternative: Park & Ride (formerly Long Stay)
Flat charge per entry
If you don't pay
Penalty: £80. £80 Parking Charge Notice for non-payment, reduced to £40 if paid within 14 days Payment deadline: Midnight the day after your visit (can also pay in advance or on the day).
Gate parking at London Heathrow: £271.20 for 7 days - pre-booking is typically cheaper. Avoid paying at the gate.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is the drop-off charge at Heathrow Airport?
£7 each time a vehicle enters a terminal drop-off zone (verified 2026-06-10, per the official London Heathrow page).
How much does it cost to drop off at Heathrow?
It costs £7 to drop off at Heathrow Airport — £7 each time a vehicle enters a terminal drop-off zone (verified 2026-06-10, per the official London Heathrow page).
Can I pay the Heathrow drop-off charge after I leave?
Yes — pay by Midnight the day after your visit (can also pay in advance or on the day). £80 Parking Charge Notice for non-payment, reduced to £40 if paid within 14 days
What happens if you don't pay the Heathrow drop-off fee?
The penalty is £80. £80 Parking Charge Notice for non-payment, reduced to £40 if paid within 14 days
Are Blue Badge holders exempt from the Heathrow drop-off fee?
Blue Badge holders can apply for a 100% discount using the vehicle registration number, up to 3 months in advance, during the trip, or by midnight the day after
How much is pick-up at Heathrow Airport?
Pick-up uses the same forecourt as drop-off, so the same charge applies: £7 each time a vehicle enters a terminal drop-off zone. For free pick-up, the Park & Ride (formerly Long Stay) gives 30 minutes free. Verified 2026-06-10 against the official London Heathrow page.
How do I avoid the Heathrow drop-off fee?
Use the Park & Ride (formerly Long Stay) — free for 30 minutes. Up to 30 minutes free in Park & Ride car parks, with a free shuttle bus to the terminal doors every 15 minutes
How does Heathrow compare to other UK airports for drop-off charges?
Heathrow Airport charges £7 to drop off, for up to 1 minutes. Here's how that compares to the UK's busiest airport and the nearest other airports — every figure read from that airport's own official page.
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Sources & method
- Official London Heathrow drop-off page — verified 2026-06-10
Every figure is read from the airport's official page and re-verified on the date shown. We never republish unverified prices.
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