London Underground strike action: 21-24 April

Due to planned strike action, there will be little to no service across all London Underground services, including the Piccadilly line to Heathrow, between 21 and 24 April 2026

 

Heathrow Express, Elizabeth line, and local bus services will run as normal on these days. Please plan your journey prior to travelling to Heathrow, and allow for extra time where necessary, as these services will be busier than normal. 

 

Book Heathrow Express tickets

 

Find out more
Skip to Content
The latest passenger updates and news from Heathrow Airport.

Due to the ongoing situation in the Middle East and resulting airspace closures in the region, a small number of flights at Heathrow have been cancelled or delayed.

Passengers are advised to check with their airlines for the latest information on their flight. 

If you have an active parking booking and are away, when you return and are ready to leave the car park, please press the intercom at the barrier. A member of the team will lift it for you, and no additional parking charges will apply.

If you are due to travel, you can cancel or amend your booking up to two hours before your booked arrival time.

A charge applies to vehicles dropping off passengers at the designated drop-off zones, located directly outside the terminals. Discounts and exemptions apply. Free drop-off is available at our Park & Ride car parks.

From 1st January 2026, Heathrow's Terminal Drop-Off Charge has increased from £6 to £7 per visit.

An Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) is a new requirement for people who do not need a visa to come to the UK. An ETA gives you permission to travel to the UK, and it is electronically linked to your passport.

Who does this apply to?

The following visitors to the UK will need an ETA:

  • Qatar nationals (from 15 November 2023)
  • Nationals from Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia, and UAE (from 22 February 2024)
  • All worldwide visitors who don't currently need a visa, including those from Europe (by the end of 2024.) Details and timings will be announced on gov.uk

If you're a British or Irish national, you won't need an ETA.

ETAs will be required for trips up to six months for tourism, business, studying or to visit family/friends. They're also required for transit, even without UK border control. 

How do I apply?

ETAs cost £10 and are valid for two years, allowing multiple entries to the UK.

Apply for your ETA or find more information on gov.uk.