Banana Cars
Pre-booked Heathrow taxis to and from Terminals 2, 3, 4 and 5. Instant fare quote, flight monitoring, Meet & Greet and vehicles from saloons to 16-seaters.
About the airport
Book a taxi to Heathrow Airport, or a pickup from any Heathrow terminal, with Banana Cars. Our pre-booked, door-to-door transfers run between Heathrow and any address in London, Surrey and the surrounding counties, 24 hours a day.
Heathrow is London’s largest airport, about 15 miles west of central London near the M4 and M25. It has four passenger terminals: 2, 3, 4 and 5. Terminals 2 and 3 share the central area, Terminal 5 is at the western end and Terminal 4 is on the south side.
Choose your terminal and add your flight number when booking, so we can monitor your flight and plan your pickup around your arrival. Your driver takes you straight to your door.
How it works
Four steps from quote to pickup.
Add your pickup, destination, date and time, and choose your Heathrow terminal from the suggestions.
Compare the instant quote for each vehicle, with passenger and luggage capacity shown.
Check your details and confirm. Pickup instructions come with your booking.
Meet your driver at your terminal or your pickup address and travel door to door.
Transfer services
Holiday, business trip or airport connection, choose the Heathrow transfer that fits your journey.
Door-to-door transfers from any terminal to homes, hotels and offices across London.
Pickups timed around your departure, so you reach your terminal with time for check-in.
Connections between Heathrow and Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, London City and Southend.
Your driver meets you in the arrivals area of your terminal.
Executive cars for meetings, events and business travel.
MPVs and 16-seaters for families, colleagues and larger groups.
Heathrow terminals
Each terminal has its own pick-up and drop-off area and its own rail links. Check your terminal with your airline, then choose it when you book.
Central area · Queen’s Terminal
Central area · long-haul flights
South side of the airport
Western end · between the runways
Airlines sometimes move between terminals, so always check your terminal with your airline before you travel.
Pickup & drop-off
What to know before you arrive at or leave from Heathrow.
Arriving at Heathrow
Departing from Heathrow
Add any special requirements, such as extra luggage, child seats or accessibility needs, to your booking notes, and our team will confirm what can be arranged. Being dropped off or collected by a friend instead? Our Terminal 2, Terminal 3, Terminal 4 and Terminal 5 guides cover parking, pick-up prices and how to pay.
Journey planning
Trains are quick to central stations, while a pre-booked taxi takes you door to door with your luggage.
| Option | Journey | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-booked taxi | Door to door, any terminal | Luggage, families, groups, late arrivals |
| Heathrow Express | About 15 min (T2 & 3) or 21 min (T5) to Paddington | Speed, if Paddington suits you |
| Elizabeth line | Direct across central London | The City and Canary Wharf |
| Piccadilly line | Underground, every terminal | Lowest fare |
Travelling to or from a London station? See our Euston to Heathrow and King's Cross to Heathrow guides. Arrived without a booking? Read can you get a taxi from Heathrow Airport.
Why Banana Cars
An instant quote, flight monitoring when you add your flight number, and a car sized for your group.
Get an instant quote and see the full fare before you confirm your booking.
Add your flight number and we monitor your flight to plan your pickup around your arrival.
Your driver meets you at the agreed point in arrivals.
Experienced, TfL-licensed drivers who know the routes to every Heathrow terminal.
Early-morning departures and late-night arrivals are covered.
Saloons, estates, executive cars, MPVs and 16-seaters.
Our fleet
Choose a vehicle that suits your passengers and luggage, from saloons to group options.
Standard
Recommended
Example: Volkswagen Passat or similar*
A comfortable, economical choice for everyday airport transfers.
Standard
Recommended
Example: Toyota Corolla Touring Sports or similar*
Saloon comfort with extra boot space for holiday luggage.
Executive
Recommended
Example: Mercedes-Benz E-Class or similar*
A premium car for business travel and special occasions.
People carrier
Recommended
Example: Ford Galaxy or similar*
Five seats with extra room for luggage.
Executive
Recommended
Example: Mercedes-Benz V-Class or similar*
Premium, spacious travel for groups and corporate clients.
Group
Recommended
Example: Mercedes-Benz Sprinter or similar*
For groups of up to 16 travelling together.
*Example vehicles are for illustration only. The exact make and model may vary; the vehicle category and capacity you book are what we provide.
Popular destinations
Door-to-door transfers from Heathrow to every part of London. These are some of the most-booked areas.
Heading beyond London? See our Heathrow to Windsor, Heathrow to Oxford and Heathrow to Brighton guides.
Airport connections
Pre-booked airport-to-airport transfers from any Heathrow terminal. Our Heathrow to Gatwick and Stansted to Heathrow guides compare the coach, train and transfer options.
Frequently asked questions
Drop-off charge, pick-up, terminals, flight delays, journey times and prices.
Enter your Heathrow terminal and your address, add the date, time and flight number, then choose a vehicle. You get an instant quote for each vehicle and see the fare before you confirm in the booking form.
£7 every time a vehicle enters a terminal drop-off area at Terminals 2, 3, 4 and 5, and taxis and private hire cars pay it too. The drop-off area is for dropping off only, not for waiting or picking up.
Pay online, by automated phone line or with AutoPay by midnight the day after you drop off. If you travel with Banana Cars, check your quote and booking details for whether the charge is included in your fare.
Each terminal has its own pick-up area, and your exact meeting point is included in your booking instructions. With Meet & Greet, your driver meets you in the arrivals area.
Typically 45 to 75 minutes, depending on traffic and your exact address. Heathrow is about 15 miles west of central London.
Terminal 2 is used mainly by Star Alliance airlines, Terminal 3 by Virgin Atlantic and most oneworld airlines, and Terminal 5 by British Airways and Iberia. Allocations can change, so always check with your airline.
Add your flight number when booking so we can monitor your flight and plan your pickup around your arrival. If your travel plans change, call us on 020 3006 6550 or message us on WhatsApp.
Waiting time and any applicable additional charges are subject to the terms and conditions of your booking. Please refer to your booking details or contact our team if you need clarification.
It depends on your pickup or drop-off address, your terminal, the date and time, and the vehicle you choose. Enter your journey for an instant quote: the fare for each vehicle is shown before you confirm, so you know the price before you travel.
Heathrow has taxi ranks outside each terminal, but a pre-booked transfer gives you the fare before you travel and a driver who knows your flight. Read can you get a taxi from Heathrow Airport for the options.
Yes. We run transfers between Heathrow terminals and from Heathrow to Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, London City and Southend.
Yes. MPVs, the Executive MPV-7 and 16-seaters suit families and groups. Each vehicle shows its passenger and luggage capacity, or contact us if you are unsure which to choose.
Still have a question?
Our team can help with bookings, groups and special requests. See our FAQs for more.
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