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Travel Information
Language
English
Currency
GBP
Country code
44
Average car rental length
7 days
Economy car rental price
$40.02 / per day
Traffic direction
Left-hand
Speed limit out of town
97 km/h
60 mi/h
Speed limit within town
48 km/h
30 mi/h
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Airport Car Rental
Get your rental at London Heathrow Airport! One of London’s best features is its neighborhoods—they’re many and diverse, and each is unique. But the city’s large, and some neighborhoods are quite far apart, so having a rental car to get from one to another is a good idea. Make sure you visit the City of London, the city’s original settlement, Notting Hill with its market and carnival, the East End and its bars, galleries, and parks, Hampstead for some old-time bohemian chic, and Brixton to experience the Caribbean vibe.
Make time for the city’s iconic attractions, too—Buckingham Palace, the London Eye, Piccadilly Circus, and Marble Arch are just a few. And if museums aren’t your thing, London might change your mind. Check out the British Museum, the National Gallery, the National History Museum, or the Tate Modern and see what you think.
London’s a terrific place to visit, but the surrounding area has even more to offer, so why not get a longer-term car rental? You can head to nearby coastal towns for a day at the beach, or get a feel for Britain’s regional diversity in Cornwall, Wales, or Northern England. Go to mainland Europe and you’ll discover that Paris, Amsterdam, and Brussels are all surprisingly close. You can even pick up your rental car at London Heathrow Airport and drop it off in a different city. Start planning your adventure now!
London Heathrow Airport is the busiest airport in Europe and the second-busiest in the world by international passenger traffic.
Top international routes
- New York City
- Dubai
- Dublin
- Amsterdam
- Brussels
- Colombo Bandaranaike Airport
Main airlines
British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, Air Canada, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and Air India
Terminals
The four passenger terminals are Terminal 2, Terminal 3, Terminal 4, and Terminal 5. You can walk between Terminals 2 and 3. To move between Terminal 4 and Terminal 5, take the free shuttle bus number 482 or 490. To move between Terminal 2 or 3 to Terminal 4 or 5, take the free shuttle train. Get a free Inter-Terminal Transfer ticket from a ticket machine in the airport’s train station—and see the airport’s guide for any other questions you might have.
Location
London Heathrow Airport is 23 km (14 miles) west of downtown London. Great West Road and Cromwell Road are the main roads connecting the airport to the city.
Most popular types of rental car
- Station wagons - from $98 per day
- Large cars - from $81 per day
- Medium cars - from $69 per day
- People Carriers/Vans - from $158 per day
- Small cars - from $57 per day
- SUVs - from $82 per day
Top car rental companies
- Interrent (Tel: +442038980140)
- Enterprise (Tel: +442088972100)
- Alamo (Tel: +442088972100)
- SIXT (Tel: +442070188246)
- Keddy (Tel: +443713843410)
- Avis (Tel: +4403445446000)
- Alamo (Tel: 02088972100)
- Europcar (Tel: +4403713843410)
- Interrent (Tel: +4402087590185)
- GreenMotion (Tel: +4402086197000)
- Easirent (Tel: +442031300447 / +442031300448)
- Rhodium (Tel: +442087590185 / +442082739565)
- Goldcar (Tel: +442078621732)
- Ace Rent a car (Tel: +442086197000 / +443172487251)
- Surprice (Tel: +443300949033 / +447944418666)
Car rental desks
Those rental companies with on-airport locations have rental desks in the terminals. You, however, must take a shuttle bus to pick up the car, though.
Those rental companies not located at the airport provide a shuttle service from the terminals to their locations.
Those rental companies not located at the airport provide a shuttle service from the terminals to their locations.
Services and facilities
London Heathrow Airport is huge and has plenty to offer. You’ll find many bars, cafeterias, and restaurants, shopping centers, and various lounges. There are ATMs in every terminal before and after security. There are also children’s play areas and other family facilities, a lost property office, pharmacies, medical help, showers, a fitness center, a prayer room, a free Power Pole for charging electronic devices, and countless other services and entertainment opportunities. There are left luggage services on the ground floor of each terminal, all open daily from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Nearest gas station
Which gas station is most convenient to fill up at prior to returning your rental car depends on which company you rent from. Most will find that a Texaco station located on Bath Rd. (the A4) is the most convenient. The station is near the M4 exit to the airport and requires only a slight detour if returning a car to Alamo, Europcar, Keddy, Enterprise, or Easirent.
If returning a car to Green Motion (and Ace, whose rentals are serviced by Green Motion), then a Shell station located on Holloway Lane, one block west of the Holiday Inn where Green Motion is located is the best station to fill up at. It is less than a mile away from the Holiday Inn.
If returning a car to Sixt’s location, you can conveniently fill up at the BP station that you must drive through anyway to reach the rental return gate.
If returning a car to Green Motion (and Ace, whose rentals are serviced by Green Motion), then a Shell station located on Holloway Lane, one block west of the Holiday Inn where Green Motion is located is the best station to fill up at. It is less than a mile away from the Holiday Inn.
If returning a car to Sixt’s location, you can conveniently fill up at the BP station that you must drive through anyway to reach the rental return gate.
Popular one-way rentals
- Cheltenham (156 km / 97 mi)
- Chesterfield (295 km / 161 mi)
- Brighton (104 km / 65 mi)
- Guernsey (310 km / 193 mi)
- Bromley (90 km / 56 mi)
- Loughborough (203 km / 126 mi)
- Poole (151 km / 94 mi)
- Weston-super-Mare (206 km / 128 mi)
- Gatwick Airport (61 km / 38 mi)
- Worthing (96 km / 60 mi)
- Basingstoke (55 km / 34 mi)
- Chelmsford (129 km / 80 mi)
- Portsmouth (105 km / 65 mi)
Airport info
London Airport Heathrow (LHR)
- IATA: LHR
- ICAO: EGLL
- Name: London Airport Heathrow (LHR)
- Size: Large Airport
- Aircraft movements (per year): 475,783
- Passengers (per year): 78,047,278
- Distance from City: 13.7 miles / 22 km W of town
- Phone: +44 (0) 20 3368 8968
- Email: info@heathrowairport.com
Top 20 Locations near London Heathrow Airport
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Car Rental in London (Downtown) from $36.51 per day
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Car Rental in Epsom (Downtown) from $46.53 per day10.1 km / 6.2 miles away
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Car Rental in Bromley (Downtown) from $55.89 per day10.8 km / 6.7 miles away
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Car Rental at London Victoria Train Station from $65.30 per day15.6 km / 9.7 miles away
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Car Rental at Waterloo Train Station from $33.42 per day16.0 km / 9.9 miles away
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Car Rental at London Hammersmith Train Station from $51.30 per day17.2 km / 10.7 miles away
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Car Rental at London Paddington Train Station from $24.43 per day18.3 km / 11.4 miles away
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Car Rental London Edgware Road from $24.43 per day18.5 km / 11.5 miles away
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Car Rental at London Marylebone Train Station from $24.43 per day18.8 km / 11.7 miles away
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Car Rental at London Euston Train Station from $25.78 per day19.2 km / 11.9 miles away
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Car Rental at London St Pancras Train Station from $25.78 per day19.5 km / 12.1 miles away
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Car Rental at London Kings Cross Train Station from $25.78 per day19.7 km / 12.2 miles away
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Car Rental at London City Airport from $24.43 per day20.6 km / 12.8 miles away
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Car Rental at London Stratford Train Station from $30.47 per day22.2 km / 13.8 miles away
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Car Rental in Feltham (Downtown) from $48.86 per day22.5 km / 14.0 miles away
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Car Rental at London Airport Gatwick from $24.87 per day23.6 km / 14.7 miles away
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Car Rental in Dartford (Downtown) from $30.11 per day24.4 km / 15.1 miles away
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Car Rental in Ilford (Downtown) from $38.41 per day27.3 km / 17.0 miles away
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Car Rental in Crawley (Downtown) from $32.93 per day27.4 km / 17.0 miles away
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Car Rental in London (Downtown) from $27.71 per day30.1 km / 18.7 miles away
Map of Car Rental Locations
When are car rental prices cheapest at London Airport Heathrow?
The cost of renting a car at London Airport Heathrow depends on the time of year. This graph compares month-to-month price changes to help you find the best deal.
Average Rental Price at London Airport Heathrow
The cheapest time of the year to rent a vehicle at London Airport Heathrow is November when prices for an Economy class start from $19.02. You can see that this is 48% cheaper than the yearly average and 62% cheaper than renting a car in May (when rental prices start at $50.00 for a Compact class). Knowing this can help you find the best price. But remember that these are average numbers. The exact cost of your rental will depend on your rental length and on how far in advance you book the car. Enter your travel dates at the top of the page to see exact prices and offers!
What’s the most popular rental length at London Airport Heathrow?
Travel length differs from one month to another: in September the average rental period is 9 days, while in August, the average rental period is only 6 days.
Average Rental Length
Which is the busiest car rental month at London Airport Heathrow?
Travelers are most likely to rent a car at London Airport Heathrow in May, while the fewest number of travelers rent in June.
Popularity by Monthly Searches
Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
| Rental Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Easirent | Ford Fiesta | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| Easirent | Ford Focus | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Easirent | Fiat 500 | 3 | 2 | Small cars |
| GreenMotion | VW Golf | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Easirent | Ford Fiesta | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Ace Rent a car | Ford Fiesta | 4 | 3 | Small cars |
| GreenMotion | VW Polo | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| Ace Rent a car | Ford Focus | 5 | 4 | Medium cars |
| GreenMotion | VW Golf | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| GreenMotion | Volvo V40 | 4 | 2 | Large cars |
FAQ
Can I take a rental car abroad?
Yes, it is possible to take a rental car to Ireland or mainland Europe. Not all rental companies allow this and the ones that do charge an extra fee. First, make sure to check the rental conditions prior to booking to make sure the car you would like to rent can be taken out of the country. Next, be sure to confirm with the company in advance that your planned route is allowed (especially whether you should use a ferry or the tunnel). Also, keep in mind that vehicle renting in the UK must be returned to the UK.
How much is the security deposit?
The amount of the security deposit varies from rental company to rental company and across different categories of vehicles. You can see this amount in the rental conditions of each car.
What happens if the vehicle breaks down?
In the event the vehicle breaks down, you should call the rental company at the number provided when you picked up the vehicle. If roadside assistance was included in your contract, the company will send someone to help you. If the vehicle must be repaired, you will be provided with a replacement.
Is full insurance included?
No, your rental contract will likely only include basic coverage. We off an additional product, Full Coverage, as protection meant to compensate the customer for any amount (up to 3,000EUR) charged form the deductible by the car rental company for damage or theft.
Can I drop off my rental car in Manchester or Glasgow?
Yes, it is possible to drop off a car rented at Heathrow Airport in another city, though the rental company you choose must have an office where you want to drop it off at. Be sure to search using the location you would like to drop the car at to see which cars are available and what the total price is.
How old do I have to be to rent a car at Heathrow?
You must be at least 21 years old.
Our Customers Reviews
WB
Vietnam
Citroen C4 Cactus Auto.
August 3, 2019
Just get the car and tour the sights are great anywhere in the city, I of course used mine in Scotland for 8 days
JL
Malaysia
Toyota Corolla
June 11, 2019
Make sure your credit card is valid and can guarantee the excess if high. perhaps phone bank beforehand. Remember, they do not accept debit cards. If your is not working, you may have to pay a hefty further sum at the desk to lower or cancel the excess.Leave enough time to get back to your terminal.
RT
Australia
VW Polo
April 7, 2019
Great place to visit
Top 15 Suppliers at London Airport Heathrow in 2020
+442038980140
79 New Road, Harlington, Hayes
Working hours
Mon:07:00-20:00
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Fri:07:00-21:30
Sat:08:00-20:00
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+442088972100
Northern Perimeter Rd, Heathrow, Longford, Hounslow TW6 2RY
$31 - $122
+442088972100
Northern Perimeter Rd, Heathrow, Longford, Hounslow TW6 2RY
$28 - $121
+442070188246
Great South West Road Heathrow Airport, Feltham TW14 0PR
$44 - $151
+443713843410
Northern Perimeter Road West Heathrow Airport, Longford, Hounslow TW6 2QE
Working hours
Mon:00:00-23:59
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Avis
+4403445446000
London Heathrow Airport T3-4 Northrop Road
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Mon:07:00-22:00
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02088972100
Enterprise Rent A Car
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Mon:07:00-20:00
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+4403713843410
NORTHERN PERIMETER ROAD WEST
$33 - $287
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Mon:00:00-23:59
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+4402087590185
79, New Road, Harlington, Hayes, Middlesex
+4402086197000
239 Sipson Rd, Sipson, West Drayton UB7 0HW
$22 - $752
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+442031300447 / +442031300448
804-834 Bath Road Heathrow, Airport, Hounslow TW5 9UH
$31 - $230
Working hours
Mon:05:00-00:30
Tue:05:00-00:30
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Rhodium
+442087590185 / +442082739565
79 New Road, Harlington, Hayes, UB3 5BQ, UK
Goldcar
+442078621732
56-99 New Rd, Harlington, Hayes
+442086197000 / +443172487251
Holiday Inn M4 J4, Sipson Rd, West Drayton
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Mon:07:00-21:00
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Surprice
+443300949033 / +447944418666
Sovereign Court, Unit 6, Jetsave LTD, 633 Sipson Rd, London, West Drayton UB7 0JE
$88 - $331
Working hours
Mon:06:00-23:59
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