Lagos to London
Wed, 15 Jul - Tue, 21 Jul (1 passenger)
Wed, 15 Jul - Tue, 21 Jul (1 passenger)
The UK's largest airport, serving more than 80 million passengers a year and handling in excess of 477,000 aircraft movements, London Heathrow is also the second busiest airport in the world.
Situated to the west of central London, near to Hayes, Hounslow and Stanwell, the airport is one of six major airfields in the capital.
London Heathrow Airport was built in 1929 - then just a small airfield known as Great West Aerodrome. Its expansion began 15 years later in 1944 when it was intended for use for military aircraft heading to the Far East.
However, by the time building was nearing completion, World War II had ended. However, the British government decided to continue the expansion of Heathrow, with the idea of it becoming a civil airport.
The building works were finally completed in 1946 and it was opened under the name of London Airport. It was later renamed Heathrow Airport in 1966.
Today, Heathrow has two runways and four operational terminals, the most recent of which - Terminal Five - opened in 2008 and has since been the main base for British Airways.
while you wait for your flight
London Heathrow features a vibrant contemporary art scene with coordinated exhibitions. Situated in Terminal 5, the gallery is a great place to see world-class art and sculptures from renowned and talented artists.You'll also find revolving sculptures dotting the departure hall all through the terminal.
London Heathrow offers a range of duty-free shops in its several terminals. Thus, no matter where you are at the airport, you can explore the variety of items from books to clothes from designer brands to premium wine and whiskeys. Terminal 5 features a wide range of boutiques, where you can get some gifts or souvenirs for your loved ones.
Relax and unwind in soothing surroundings with some spa pampering at the Airport Travel Spa. There are several other spas at the airport; some are in the hotels and airport lounges. Enjoy stress-relieving massages that will leave you relaxed while you wait for your flight. Some of the spas also offer facials, manicure, pedicure, and reflexology services.
at London Heathrow
from London Heathrow
Free shuttle trains run from Heathrow Central station (Terminals 2 & 3) to Terminal 4 or Terminal 5.
Getting from the airport to the City Center:
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