Is Heathrow Airport in ULEZ zone?


Is Heathrow Airport in ULEZ zone? So... is Heathrow in the ULEZ Zone? The short answer is yes - Heathrow Airport will be a part of the Ultra Low Emission Zone, so you will need to make some considerations for your journey.


Can I drive a diesel car to Heathrow Airport?

Diesel cars and vans that do not meet Euro 6 standards (those typically bought new before 2015) do not comply. Nor do petrol cars and vans that are not Euro 4 or better (those typically bought new before 2006). Drivers can check their car's status by going to TfL's vehicle checker and inputting the registration.


Do I need to pay to drive to Heathrow Airport?

From the 29 August 2023, Heathrow is scheduled to become a part of this zone, meaning that all vehicles entering the airport must meet certain emissions standards in order to avoid paying a daily charge. The daily charge for non-compliant vehicles is £12.50 for most vehicles, including cars, vans, and motorcycles.


Where can I park outside the ULEZ zone at Heathrow Airport?

Maple Parking ULEZ-Free Park & Ride Service If your vehicle is not ULEZ-compliant, we have now opened our Maple Parking Express Park and Ride Service for T5. Our new car park is located just off the M25 Junction 14 and circumvents the ULEZ charging zone.


How can I avoid ULEZ in London?

Here's a run-down of what you can do to avoid the ULEZ charge:
  1. Buy a petrol car. ...
  2. Buy a diesel car. ...
  3. Buy a classic car. ...
  4. Buy an electric car. ...
  5. Buy a motorbike. ...
  6. Other ways to avoid paying the ULEZ charge. ...
  7. Other ULEZ exempt vehicles. ...
  8. Yet more ways to not pay ULEZ charges.


Which airports are in ULEZ?

London City Airport has always been located inside the ULEZ boundary, so no changes there.


What happens if I forgot to pay ULEZ?

If you drive within the zone, you'll have to pay by midnight on the third day following the journey. If you don't pay on time, you risk getting a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN). To see if and what you need to pay, check your vehicle.