ULEZ & Clean Air Zones
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Is Heathrow in ULEZ?
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Expert Written • 4 industry sources
Yes, Heathrow Airport is inside the London Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ). Since the ULEZ expanded to cover all of Greater London in August 2023, Heathrow — located in the London Borough of Hillingdon — falls within the zone, meaning non-compliant vehicles are charged £12.50 per day.
Heathrow and the ULEZ Boundary
Full Greater London coverage:
TfL expanded the ULEZ to cover all 33 London boroughs in August 2023, including the London Borough of Hillingdon where Heathrow sits. There is no exemption for airport traffic.
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24/7 enforcement:
The ULEZ operates every day of the year, including bank holidays, between midnight and midnight. Driving to or from Heathrow at any time triggers the charge if your vehicle is non-compliant.
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Who Pays the Charge
Non-compliant petrol cars:
Petrol cars must meet Euro 4 standards or higher to be exempt. Most petrol cars registered after 2006 meet this standard, but older vehicles will face the £12.50 daily charge.
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Non-compliant diesel cars:
Diesel cars must meet Euro 6 standards. Most diesel cars registered after September 2015 qualify, but many older diesels do not and are subject to the daily charge.
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Larger vehicles:
Heavier vehicles such as vans, lorries, and minibuses face a higher daily charge of £100 if they do not meet the relevant Euro emission standards.
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Check Your Vehicle Before You Travel
Use the TfL vehicle checker:
TfL's free online tool tells you instantly whether your specific vehicle is ULEZ compliant based on its registration number. Check before every trip to Heathrow if you are unsure.
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Automatic number plate recognition:
ULEZ compliance is enforced automatically via ANPR cameras across Greater London. There is no toll booth — non-compliant vehicles are identified and billed by post.
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Reducing Your Costs Around Heathrow
Fuel costs add up on airport runs:
Long drives to Heathrow from outside London can be costly. Filling up before you enter the ULEZ at a cheaper station outside London can save money on fuel.
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Compare live fuel prices on your route:
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