LHR Airport Code, London Heathrow Airport
LHR is the IATA code for London Heathrow Airport, one of the world's busiest airports, serving London, United Kingdom. Airlines and booking systems use LHR, while pilots and air traffic control use the ICAO code EGLL. It lies in the northern and western hemispheres, at 51.47° N, 0.46° W.
What is the London airport code?
The airport code for London Heathrow Airport is LHR. This is the IATA code, the three-letter code you see on boarding passes, baggage tags and departure boards. The airport also has the ICAO code EGLL, used in flight plans and by air traffic control.
It ranks among the busiest airports in the world by scheduled connections, sitting at number 4 in our dataset. Its ICAO code EGLL begins with E, the prefix ICAO assigns to northern Europe.
Where is LHR?
London Heathrow Airport serves London, United Kingdom. It is close to sea level at 83 ft (25 m), typical of a coastal or low-lying airport.
Runways at LHR
It has 2 runways. The longest is 12,799 ft (3.90 km), designated 09L/27R.
Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for London?
The IATA airport code for London Heathrow Airport in London is LHR. Its ICAO code is EGLL.
What is the 3-letter code for London?
The 3-letter IATA code for London Heathrow Airport in London is LHR.
What airport is LHR?
LHR is London Heathrow Airport, located in London, United Kingdom.
What country is LHR in?
LHR (London Heathrow Airport) is in United Kingdom.
Where is LHR airport located?
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is in London, United Kingdom, at coordinates 51.47075, -0.45991.
What is the ICAO code for London Heathrow Airport?
The ICAO code for London Heathrow Airport is EGLL. Pilots and air traffic control use it, while airlines and booking systems use the IATA code LHR.
What is the difference between LHR and EGLL?
LHR is the IATA code used for tickets and baggage. EGLL is the ICAO code used by pilots and air traffic control for the same airport, London Heathrow Airport.
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Nearby and related airports
Other airports in London and United Kingdom and the wider region:
Popular routes from LHR
Distance and typical flight time from London Heathrow Airport to other airports it connects with:
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