British Airways Heathrow Taxi – Transfers to Terminal 5

Flying with British Airways from Heathrow? Heathrow Airport Cabs takes you straight to Terminal 5, where British Airways operates, and meets you in the arrivals hall when you come home. Fixed prices, flight tracking and drivers who know the terminal inside out.

Which terminal does British Airways use at Heathrow?

British Airways operates almost all of its Heathrow flights from Terminal 5, with a small number of services from Terminal 3. Terminal 5 has three buildings – 5A (the main building with check-in), and satellites 5B and 5C reached by the underground transit.

British Airways check-in at Terminal 5

Check-in and bag drop are on the Departures level of 5A, organised by zones for First, Club and Euro Traveller. Online check-in opens 24 hours before departure, and bag drop typically closes 45 minutes before short-haul and 60 minutes before long-haul flights – always check your booking.

Getting to Terminal 5

Oneworld partners such as Iberia also use Terminal 5, so the forecourt can be busy in the morning bank of departures between 06:00 and 09:00.

Read our full Terminal 5 taxi guide for drop-off and parking details.

Arriving on a British Airways flight

Arrivals at Terminal 5 come out on the ground floor of 5A. Your driver meets you in the arrivals hall with a name board after you clear baggage reclaim. See Heathrow meet and greet.

When to leave for your British Airways flight

For long-haul flights, plan to arrive at Terminal 5 about 3 hours before departure; for short-haul, about 2 hours. From central London that usually means leaving 3 hours 45 minutes to 4 hours before a long-haul flight at peak times, less at night.

How to book

Book on our online booking page or call 020 3355 8186.
Give us your pickup address, flight number and passenger numbers.
Confirm your fixed price and vehicle.
Receive your driver’s details before the journey.

Why travellers choose Heathrow Airport Cabs

We specialise in Heathrow. Our drivers know every terminal’s drop-off lanes, short-stay car parks and arrivals meeting points, and our office tracks flights around the clock. You get a fixed price before you book, licensed and vetted drivers, and a real person to speak to on 020 3355 8186 if your plans change.

Heathrow terminal guide

Terminal 2 (The Queen’s Terminal): Star Alliance airlines such as Lufthansa, United, Air Canada and Singapore Airlines – see our Terminal 2 taxi guide.
Terminal 3: Virgin Atlantic, Emirates, American Airlines and Delta – see Terminal 3 taxi.
Terminal 4: Qatar Airways, KLM, Air France and Etihad – see Terminal 4 taxi.
Terminal 5: British Airways and Iberia – see Terminal 5 taxi.

Airlines occasionally change terminals, so give us your flight number and we will check it for you.

Driving and parking at Heathrow vs a taxi

Driving yourself means paying for fuel, the terminal drop-off charge or airport parking, and allowing time for the long-stay shuttle bus. Short-stay car parks are convenient but priced by the hour, and long-stay parking needs booking in advance to get a reasonable rate. Inside London, older cars may also face ULEZ charges. With a pre-booked taxi there is one fixed price, no parking to organise and nothing to collect when you land – your driver drops you at the departures door and, on the way back, meets you inside the terminal.

Children, extra stops and special assistance

Travelling with young children? Tell us their ages when booking so we can discuss suitable child seats. You can add extra stops – to collect a relative or pick up a colleague on the way – when you book. If you need help at the airport, Heathrow’s free special assistance service can be booked through your airline; our drivers will take you to the assistance point at your terminal and help with your bags.

Vehicles available

Saloon car – for one to three passengers with standard luggage; the most cost-effective choice.
Estate car – extra boot space for long-haul suitcases, pushchairs or golf bags.
Executive car – a premium saloon with a smartly dressed driver, ideal for business travel (see our executive car service).
MPV – up to six passengers with plenty of luggage.
8-seater minivan – for larger families and groups (see Heathrow minibus hire).

View the full fleet.

Journey times to Heathrow from popular areas

Typical drive times to Heathrow from across London – click an area for a detailed route guide.

Area	Distance	Off-peak drive	Peak drive (approx.)
Kensington	14 miles	31 min	45 min
Paddington	15 miles	37 min	55 min
Victoria	15 miles	35 min	55 min
Mayfair	16 miles	38 min	55 min
Westminster	16 miles	39 min	60 min
City of London	16 miles	39 min	60 min
Canary Wharf	21 miles	64 min	95 min
Wembley	13 miles	32 min	50 min
Ealing	11 miles	21 min	30 min
Richmond	11 miles	23 min	35 min
Wimbledon	14 miles	40 min	60 min
Stratford	22 miles	70 min	105 min

Other airlines at Heathrow Terminal 5

Terminal 5 is also used by Iberia and other British Airways partner flights. If you are travelling with friends or colleagues on a different airline, check their terminal too – we can drop off at two terminals on the same journey if needed.

Connecting to another flight? If your onward flight is from a different terminal, allow at least 90 minutes airside, or book a short taxi between terminals if you are on separate tickets with checked bags.

Frequently asked questions

What terminal is British Airways at Heathrow?

Terminal 5. Always check your booking, as airlines occasionally move.

Can you meet me off a British Airways flight?

Yes – your driver waits in the Terminal 5 arrivals hall with a name board.

Do you track British Airways flight delays?

Yes, we track every flight and adjust your pickup automatically.

How early should I book?

As early as you like – but we also take short-notice bookings on 020 3355 8186.

Official information: British Airways website and heathrow.com.