What is the ICAO code for London Heathrow Airport?

The ICAO code for London Heathrow Airport is EGLL.

Where is London Heathrow Airport located?

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is located in London, United Kingdom.

What time zone is London Heathrow Airport in?

The local time zone at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is Europe/London (GMT+1).

How many flights depart from London Heathrow Airport?

About 599 scheduled departures were counted at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) when flight schedules were last measured on September 4, 2026.

How early should I arrive at London Heathrow Airport?

For international flights, arrive at least 3 hours before departure; for domestic flights, about 2 hours.

Which airlines fly from London Heathrow Airport?

Based on the current departures board at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), scheduled flights are operated by British Airways, American Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, United Airlines, and Aer Lingus.

Where can you fly nonstop from London Heathrow Airport?

Destinations on the current departures board at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) include New York, Dublin, Frankfurt, Amsterdam, Paris, and Munich.

How can I see live flights at London Heathrow Airport?

The board on this page shows arrivals and departures for London Heathrow Airport (LHR). It re-checks for updates while the page is open, and every board states how old its data is — busy hubs are refreshed within hours, quieter airports less often.

LHR London Heathrow Airport

Local time

Updated 24 min ago · 240 departures on the board

06:30
LO286
Warsaw(WAW)
Gate B46
Boarding
06:30
VL921
Frankfurt(FRA)
Gate B37
Boarding
06:30
TK1988
Istanbul(IST)
Gate B39
Boarding
06:30
KL1000
Amsterdam(AMS)
Gate 1C
Boarding
06:35
06:40
BA492
Gibraltar(GIB)
Gate 11
On time
06:35
06:40
BA546
Rome(FCO)
Gate A19
On time
06:40
SL1530
Stockholm(ARN)
Gate B47
On time
06:40
SL500
Copenhagen(CPH)
Gate B41
On time
06:50
SN2104
Brussels(BRU)
Gate A24
On time
06:50
BA348
Marseille(MRS)
Gate 26
On time
06:50
BA666
Mykonos(JMK)
Gate A12
On time
06:55
BA1358
Manchester(MAN)
Gate B44
On time
06:55
LH2483
Munich(MUC)
Gate B47
On time
07:00
BA470
Palma de Mallorca(PMI)
Gate B46
On time
07:00
LX359
Geneva(GVA)
Gate A25
On time
07:00
BA1300
Aberdeen(ABZ)
Gate A7
On time
07:00
BA704
Larnaca(LCA)
Gate A22
On time
07:00
BA812
Copenhagen(CPH)
Gate A8
On time
07:05
BA568
Milan(LIN)
Gate A3
On time
07:05
BA1438
Edinburgh(EDI)
Gate A6
On time
07:05
BA918
Duesseldorf(DUS)
Gate C65
On time
07:05
SL802
Oslo(OSL)
Gate A26
On time
07:10
BA902
Frankfurt(FRA)
Gate A10
On time
07:10
BA964
Hamburg(HAM)
Gate A10
On time
07:10
BA926
Munich(MUC)
Gate C56
On time
07:10
BA722
Vienna(VIE)
Gate 30
On time
07:15
BA618
Palermo(PMO)
Gate C66
On time
07:15
BA500
Lisbon(LIS)
Gate A1
On time
07:20
BA862
Budapest(BUD)
Gate 5A
On time
07:20
BA626
Athens(ATH)
Gate A10
On time

About LHR Airport

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the UK’s busiest international gateway, operating from Terminals 2, 3, 4 and 5, with Terminal 1 closed. It is the main hub for British Airways and a major base for Virgin Atlantic, alongside extensive service from global carriers. Popular routes include New York, Dubai, Dublin, Amsterdam and major European and long-haul cities. Passengers should check their terminal before travel and allow time for security, connections and transport via the Elizabeth line, Piccadilly line or Heathrow Express. Use the online flight board for live arrivals and departures updates.

How do I get to and from London Heathrow Airport?

Heathrow is well connected to central London and the wider region by rail, Underground, road and coach services. The Heathrow Express and Elizabeth line run to London rail hubs, while the Piccadilly line provides a slower but widely used Underground option. National and local buses serve the airport, and taxis, ride-hailing pick-up areas, hotel shuttles and car rental desks are also commonly used.

How do the terminals work at London Heathrow Airport?

Heathrow operates several passenger terminals, currently Terminals 2, 3, 4 and 5, spread across the airport campus. Airlines are assigned to specific terminals, so check your flight before travelling. Each terminal has its own check-in, security, arrivals and baggage areas. Transfers can involve walking routes, airside connections or inter-terminal transport, so follow the airport’s Flight Connections signs and allow enough time.

Tips for flying from London Heathrow Airport

Heathrow is one of the world’s busiest international hubs, so arrive early, especially for long-haul flights, school holidays and early-morning departures. Check baggage and liquid rules before security, and keep passports and travel documents ready for border checks. Terminal changes, road congestion and rail engineering works can affect journeys, so confirm your terminal and transport status before setting off.

Frequently asked questions

The IATA airport code for London Heathrow Airport is LHR.