Airspace closures in the Middle East

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. 

You can find out more information regarding parking bookings on our passenger updates page

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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, once your airline confirms your new return flight, please send us the updated confirmation using our online form, and we’ll assist with updating your parking booking.

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.