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Please check the Government Foreign Travel Advice to understand the requirements for your destination as restrictions may be in place. See our information on COVID-19 Testing if you need to book any pre-departure tests for the country you are travelling to.
Hygiene
There is an enhanced cleaning regime across the airport, and hand sanitising stations can be found throughout the terminals.
Check-in
We always advise arriving three hours in advance for intercontinental and European flights.
Security
Standard security rules have not changed. We recommend wearing a face covering when passing through Security, although you may be asked to remove it if selected for an additional search. We regularly deep-clean our security trays, and hand sanitiser stations are available.
Read more on getting through Security.
The Departure Lounge
Our shops, restaurants and lounges are open for you to explore. We ask that you pay by card where possible.
Boarding
Check on the screens for your departure gate or download the app for up-to-date notifications. Each airline has its own rules on wearing face coverings; you must wear a face-covering if asked to do so. Have a pleasant trip!
When you arrive in the UK from abroad, you do not need to take any pre-departure or post-arrival COVID-19 tests. This applies whether you are vaccinated or not.
Hygiene
There is an enhanced cleaning regime across the airport, and hand sanitising stations can be found throughout the terminals.
Immigration & Passports
Have your documents ready. If you are wearing a face covering, you may be asked to lower it when passing through Security or the Border Force eGates.
If you are transiting through Heathrow (‘airside’ or ‘landside'), you do not need to quarantine or take any pre-departure or post-arrival COVID-19 tests.
Hygiene
There is an enhanced cleaning regime across the airport, and hand sanitising stations can be found throughout the terminals.
Immigration & Passports
Have your documents ready. If you are wearing a face covering, you may be asked to lower it when passing through Security or the Border Force eGates.
Heathrow's test providers offer a range of testing options to keep you flying safely.
Please note that these tests need to be pre-booked, and fees apply.
Some countries require passengers to show proof of a negative COVID-19 test within specific timeframes of departure. At Heathrow, independent test providers offer the most commonly mandated tests by other countries. The types of test and timing required to take the test before departure varies by country, which is why we recommend passengers check the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office website for the latest travel information.
Please ensure that you carefully confirm the type of test, certification, and timeframe for completion required before booking a test and provide sufficient time to receive your results to complete your flight check-in.
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Use the code HEATHROW10 at checkout to receive a 10% discount. Terms and Conditions apply.
COVID-19 testing services at Heathrow Airport are provided by third-party test providers. Heathrow Airport Limited assumes no responsibility for such testing services. Should you opt to purchase a COVID-19 test from one of these providers, their terms and conditions will apply. By clicking on the links provided, you will be leaving the Heathrow website.
When you arrive in the UK from abroad, you do not need to take any pre-departure or post-arrival COVID-19 tests. This applies whether you are vaccinated or not.
We recommend checking the Government Foreign Travel Advice to check the entry requirements for your destination as many restrictions remain in place.
When you arrive in England from abroad, you do not need to take any pre-departure or post-arrival COVID-19 tests. This applies whether you are vaccinated or not.
Terminals 2,3,4 and 5 are open for arriving and departing flights. As some airlines might not be operating out of their normal terminal, please continue to check with your airline before traveling to confirm the terminal for your flight.
If you are transiting through Heathrow (‘airside’ or ‘landside'), you do not need to quarantine or take any pre-departure or post-arrival COVID-19 tests.
There are a number of different COVID-19 tests available and the requirements on testing required when travelling vary significantly by country.
For departing passengers – Please check carefully for any testing requirements, including the type of test, for traveling to different destinations via the Foreign Commonwealth Office website.
For arriving passengers – There are no testing or quarantine requirements for fully and non-vaccinated passengers.
We have ensured that our enhanced cleaning regime is undertaken by a specialist cleaning team to help keep you safe. This team has received specialist training in the use of numerous preventative measures and formulas to thoroughly disinfect the airport. You will see our Hygiene Technicians undertaking our enhanced cleaning regime and they will happily answer queries on the methods being used.
Antibacterial coatings: All key passenger touchpoints across our airport have received an application of antibacterial formula – this includes all of our self-service check-in kiosks, desks, and bag drop machines. This formula has an active working life of up to 6 months allowing for long term reassurance and confidence.
Trolley cleaning: All our trolley handles have been coated in an antibacterial formula in accordance with COVID-19 guidelines. In addition to this, our Hygiene Technicians also undertake a regular clean of the trollies to keep you safe. We also provide antibacterial wipes for you to use should you want that extra level of reassurance.
UV light cleaning: This technology is used to eliminate the DNA of bacteria rendering them harmless. We currently use UV light across our toilet facilities – using automated robots - and many escalator handrails are also cleaned using this technology.
Lift button covers: All of our lift buttons have had a button cover applied to them. These covers are self-cleaning and contain an anti-bacterial formula.
Testing: We conduct regular testing of areas that receive these enhanced cleans. This allows us to monitor the performance of all cleaning measures we have in place to reduce the risk of transmission at the airport.
If you are nervous about touching surfaces, you can top up your reusable bottles at touchless water refill stations. All our shops and restaurants accept contactless payment. There are also 600 hand sanitiser stations across the airport to help you maintain good hand hygiene.
At check-in and ticket desks, as well as counters in shops and restaurants, there are screens so that your contact is kept to a minimum. Don’t forget you can carry out most transactions on your phone, or you can download the Heathrow app where you can check your flight or even pre-order food online.