London Airport Codes
London is served by 6 airports: LHR, LGW, STN, LTN, LCY and SEN. The busiest is London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Every code, with its IATA and ICAO value and location, is listed below.
| IATA | ICAO | Airport | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| LHR | EGLL | London Heathrow Airport | Large airport |
| LGW | EGKK | London Gatwick Airport | Large airport |
| STN | EGSS | London Stansted Airport | Large airport |
| LTN | EGGW | London Luton Airport | Large airport |
| LCY | EGLC | London City Airport | Medium airport |
| SEN | EGMC | London Southend Airport | Medium airport |
Which airport should you use for London?
London has 6 airports and they can be far apart, so always check the code on your ticket. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) handles the most scheduled flights. The full list of London airport codes is in the table above.
Frequently asked questions
What are the airport codes for London?
London is served by 6 airports with IATA codes LHR, LGW, STN, LTN, LCY and SEN.
What is the 3-letter code for London?
London has 6 airports, so it uses 6 3-letter IATA codes: LHR, LGW, STN, LTN, LCY and SEN. The main airport is London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
What is the main airport for London?
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) handles the most scheduled traffic of the London airports.
How many airports does London have?
London has 6 airports with an IATA code. The main one, London Heathrow Airport, is IATA LHR and ICAO EGLL.