Is Heathrow Airport within the ULEZ area?


Is Heathrow Airport within the ULEZ area? It means the zone now encompasses all of Greater London's 32 boroughs as well as the City of London. Heathrow airport is within the London Borough of Hillingdon and so is part of the Ulez.


Where is the boundary for ULEZ 2023?

Accordingly, the boundary of ULEZ expanded to the whole of Greater London (within the M25) as planned, charging drivers of non-compliant vehicles to enter the capital. Read on to find out how the expansion might affect you, and what you can do to avoid having to pay the daily charge of £12.50.


Can I drive to Heathrow in a diesel car?

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.


Will I have to pay ULEZ from August 2023?

From 29th August 2023 the London ULEZ is set to expand. Developed as part of a commitment to clean up London's air, the London Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) is an area within which drivers of the most polluting vehicles must pay a daily charge.


Do I need to pay ULEZ if my car is parked?

Drivers do not need to pay the daily ULEZ charge for vehicles parked inside the zone that are not driven on that day. This is regardless of whether the vehicle is parked on a private drive or on street.


Is the M25 included in ULEZ zone?

No. The M25 is not be covered by the ULEZ expansion, most of which stops short of the motorway. The M25 marks the boundary of the zone at Enfield and Noak Hill, and although the zone does go slightly past the motorway at North Ockendon, the motorway itself is not subject to ULEZ charges.


How do I avoid ULEZ Heathrow?

Is there any way to avoid paying the ULEZ fee? As Heathrow Airport will be firmly situated within the ULEZ zone, there is no way to drive in and out of the airport with a non-compliant vehicle without incurring a charge.


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.