Heathrow Airport Taxi Cost: What You’ll Actually Pay

A taxi to Heathrow with One2One Cars starts from £44 for Terminals 1–4 and £48 for Terminal 5, with the exact fare depending on your pickup area in London — and that figure is fixed and confirmed before you travel, not a meter reading that climbs with every set of traffic lights on the way to the M4.

How much does a taxi to Heathrow cost from my area?

Because fares are set by pickup postcode rather than a running meter, the cost depends on where in London you’re starting from. Here’s a sample of real fixed fares from the current fare table — see our full Heathrow Airport transfers page for the complete list by area, and always confirm your exact fare at Book Now before you travel.

Pickup areaHeathrow T1\u2013T4Heathrow T5
Hammersmith (W6)\u00a344\u00a348
Bayswater (W2)\u00a346\u00a350
Notting Hill (W11)\u00a346\u00a350
Kensington (W8)\u00a346\u00a350
Fulham (SW6)\u00a350\u00a354
Central London (W1)\u00a366\u00a370
Mayfair (W1J)\u00a366\u00a370

Why does the fare vary between Terminal 1\u20134 and Terminal 5?

Terminal 5 sits slightly further round Heathrow’s perimeter road than the older terminals, which adds a small amount of driving time and distance — hence the modest few-pounds difference reflected in the fixed fare, agreed upfront either way so there’s no surprise once you’re dropped at the right terminal.

Is a fixed fare actually cheaper than a metered taxi or app ride?

The honest answer is “it depends on when you travel” — a fixed fare doesn’t chase the lowest number, it removes the risk of a high one. Surge-priced app rides and metered black cabs can cost significantly more during rush hour, bad weather, or high-demand periods; a fixed fare with One2One Cars is the same figure whether you book on a quiet Tuesday morning or a Friday rush-hour dash to catch a flight. The same logic applies at every London airport — see our Gatwick airport cab guide for the equivalent breakdown on that route. That price certainty — not a rock-bottom headline number — is the actual value of booking a fixed-fare minicab to Heathrow.

What extra charges might apply on the day?

  • Express drop-off: £6.00 across all terminals, set by the airport, passed on at cost.
  • Meet & greet: £9 for an inside pickup at Terminals 2–5 (Terminal 1 is closed, so meet-and-greet applies from T2 onward).
  • Waiting time: charged at £0.34/minute (~£20/hour) beyond the free waiting window — 5 minutes from a home pickup, 10 minutes at express points. Flight delays are tracked and never charged.
  • Peak-time fares apply roughly 06:50–09:00 and 14:30–19:00, Monday to Friday.


Frequently Asked Questions

Do I pay more if my flight is delayed?

No. Every airport collection includes free flight tracking, and delays are never charged as waiting time — your driver adjusts to your real landing time automatically.

Can I book a larger vehicle for extra luggage?

Yes — Estate, 6-Seater, 8-Seater and Executive options are all available; note that vehicle-class changes carry an additional charge, so it’s worth booking the right size from the start if you know you’ll have extra bags.

What if I need to cancel my Heathrow taxi?

Cancellations are free up to 4 hours before pickup. Inside 4 hours, a 100% charge applies and you’ll need to call the office on +44 20 7121 8888 rather than email.

Is child seat provision guaranteed?

Child and baby seats are available on request but aren’t guaranteed at peak times — worth booking as early as possible if you need one.


One2One Cars is a TfL-licensed private hire operator, established 1999. Fares shown are a guide from the current Booking Terms and fare table — always confirm your live quote at Book Now. Office open 24 hours, 365 days a year: +44 20 7121 8888 · bookings@one2onecars.com. Fares last verified: 13 July 2026

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