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Terminal 2
Central area · Queen’s Terminal
- Heathrow’s Star Alliance hub, used by airlines including Lufthansa, United and Air Canada.
- Next to Terminal 3, with its own arrivals and drop-off areas.
Banana Cars
Heathrow Airport Taxi & Transfer Service
Pre-booked, door-to-door transfers to and from every Heathrow terminal, with professional drivers, flight monitoring and vehicles for every group size.
- 24/7
Service - Professional
Drivers - Flight
Monitoring - Meet &
Greet
About the airport
Taxi to Heathrow Airport and Heathrow Transfers
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.
Book with your flight number and choose your terminal, and we time your pickup around your actual arrival. Your driver takes you straight to your door.
How it works
How to Book a Taxi to or from Heathrow
Four steps from quote to pickup.
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Step 1: Enter Your Journey
Add your pickup, destination, date and time, and choose your Heathrow terminal from the suggestions.
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Step 2: Choose Your Vehicle
Compare the instant quote for each vehicle, with passenger and luggage capacity shown.
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Step 3: Confirm Your Booking
Check your details and confirm. Pickup instructions come with your booking.
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Step 4: Meet Your Driver
Meet your driver at your terminal or your pickup address and travel door to door.
Transfer services
Heathrow Airport Transfers for Every Trip
Holiday, business trip or airport connection, choose the Heathrow transfer that fits your journey.
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Heathrow to London
Door-to-door transfers from any terminal to homes, hotels and offices across London.
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London to Heathrow
Pickups timed around your departure, so you reach your terminal with time for check-in.
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Airport to airport
Connections between Heathrow and Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, London City and Southend.
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Meet & Greet
Your driver meets you in the arrivals area of your terminal.
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Executive transfers
Executive cars for meetings, events and business travel.
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Group transfers
MPVs and 16-seaters for families, colleagues and larger groups.
Heathrow terminals
Heathrow Terminal Guide
Each terminal has its own pick-up and drop-off area. Check your terminal with your airline, then choose it when you book.
Terminal 3
Central area · long-haul flights
- Used by Virgin Atlantic, Delta, American Airlines and most other oneworld airlines.
- Next to Terminal 2 in the central area.
Terminal 4
South side of the airport
- Separate from the other terminals, with its own road access from the south.
- Allow extra time if you are connecting to another terminal.
Terminal 5
Western end · between the runways
- Used by British Airways and Iberia.
- Separate from the central terminals and Terminal 4.
Airlines sometimes move between terminals, so always check your terminal with your airline before you travel.
Pickup & drop-off
Heathrow Pick-Up, Drop-Off and the £7 Drop-Off Charge
What to know before you arrive at or leave from Heathrow.
Heathrow airport pick-up
Arriving at Heathrow
- Add your flight number when you book, so your pickup moves with your real arrival time.
- Your exact meeting point at your terminal is included in your booking instructions.
- With Meet & Greet, your driver waits for you in the arrivals area.
- Keep your phone switched on after landing so your driver can contact you.
Heathrow drop-off and the £7 charge
Departing from Heathrow
- Heathrow charges £7 every time a vehicle enters a terminal drop-off zone at Terminals 2, 3, 4 and 5, 24 hours a day.
- A 10-minute maximum stay applies, and taxis and private hire cars pay the charge too.
- The charge is paid online at heathrow.com by midnight the day after. Check your quote and booking details for whether it is included in your fare.
- Choose a pickup time that fits your airline’s check-in deadline.
Mention extra luggage, child seats or accessibility needs in your booking notes.
Why Banana Cars
Why Book Your Heathrow Taxi with Banana Cars
An instant quote, a driver who tracks your flight, and a car sized for your group.
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Clear, upfront pricing
Get an instant quote and see the full fare before you confirm your booking.
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Flight monitoring
We track your flight and adjust your pickup if you land early or late.
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Meet & greet
Your driver meets you at the agreed point in arrivals.
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TfL-licensed drivers
Experienced, TfL-licensed drivers who know the routes to every Heathrow terminal.
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Available 24/7
Early-morning departures and late-night arrivals are covered.
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The right vehicle
Saloons, estates, executive cars, MPVs and 16-seaters.
Our fleet
Vehicles for Your Heathrow Transfer
Choose a vehicle that suits your passengers and luggage, from saloons to group options.
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Standard
Recommended
- Passengers
- 3
- Large bags
- 3
Saloon
Example: Volkswagen Passat or similar*
A comfortable, economical choice for everyday airport transfers.
- Air conditioning
- Comfortable seating
- Everyday airport runs
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Standard
Recommended
- Passengers
- 4
- Large bags
- 4
Estate
Example: Toyota Corolla Touring Sports or similar*
Saloon comfort with extra boot space for holiday luggage.
- Extra luggage space
- Family travel
- Air conditioning
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Executive
Recommended
- Passengers
- 3
- Large bags
- 2
Executive
Example: Mercedes-Benz E-Class or similar*
A premium car for business travel and special occasions.
- Premium interior
- Business travel
- Air conditioning
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People carrier
Recommended
- Passengers
- 5
- Large bags
- 4
MPV-6
Example: Ford Galaxy or similar*
Five seats with extra room for luggage.
- Family & group travel
- Extra luggage space
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Executive
Recommended
- Passengers
- 8
- Large bags
- 7
Executive MPV-7
Example: Mercedes-Benz V-Class or similar*
Premium, spacious travel for groups and corporate clients.
- Premium group travel
- Spacious seating
- Extra luggage space
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Group
Recommended
- Passengers
- 16
- Large bags
- 14
16 Seater
Example: Mercedes-Benz Sprinter or similar*
For groups of up to 16 travelling together.
- Group travel
- Group luggage
See all 12 vehicles, including 10, 12 and 14-seat minibuses
*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
Taxi from Heathrow to London
Door-to-door transfers from Heathrow to every part of London. These are some of the most-booked areas.
Airport connections
Heathrow to Other London Airports
Pre-booked airport-to-airport transfers from any Heathrow terminal.
Frequently asked questions
Heathrow Taxi: Your Questions
Drop-off charge, pick-up, terminals, 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 zone at Terminals 2, 3, 4 and 5. It applies 24 hours a day, there is a 10-minute maximum stay, and taxis and private hire cars must pay it too.
Pay online at heathrow.com 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 waits for you in the arrivals area.
Usually 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 you book. We monitor your flight and adjust your pickup time if your arrival changes.
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.
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.