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Heathrow Airport’s official account for passenger information and airport news. We’re online 06:30 to 23:00 daily. For travel help 👉 https://t.co/MlhNy5Fix6
Joined February 2009
Due to planned works, several roads around Heathrow will be closed between 23:59 on Friday 16 May, and 03:00 on Monday 19 May. Passengers using the Terminal 5 Park & Ride car park will be directly affected. It is recommended that they approach the car park using the westbound
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@DFWAirport @BTS_twt @LASairport @MCO The wait is over.The time is now, so let's do it right.Yeah, we'll keep going.And stay up until we see the sunrise 💜✈️.#BTSArmy #BTS #AirportTwitter @BTS_twt
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Good morning from Heathrow. The force is strong with us today and we've got some special new routes. Will you be travelling to galaxies near. or far, far away? #Maythe4th #MayTheFourth #MayThe4thBeWithYou #StarWarsDay 🌌🌟
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It's a Wonderful Flight. The #heathrowbears are back in time for Christmas. 🎄✈️🐻🐻💞 . Find out more at:
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Today, members of our baggage team along with British Airways colleagues performed a tribute at T5 Arrivals to one-time Heathrow baggage handler Freddie Mercury, in support of @The_MPT! #ForeverFreddie #BohemianRhapsody
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We’ve planned the journey from #Heathrow to the Emirates for @Arsenal’s new striker…if one ever arrives #DeadlineDay
http://t.co/YFyMVzt90Z.
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We are responding to a drone sighting at Heathrow and are working closely with the Met Police to prevent any threat to operational safety. As a precautionary measure, we have stopped departures while we investigate. We apologise to passengers for any inconvenience this may cause.
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Coming home for Christmas is the #BestGiftOfAll. Meet our extra-special arrivals that have made it home in time for the big day. 🎄🐻
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@chrissyteigen Welcome to Heathrow Chrissy! We appreciate you gracing us with your presence.
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Today sees the inaugural flight of the newest aircraft to fly from Heathrow! #MayThe4thBeWithYou #AHubForTheGalaxy
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@DublinAirport Hi, Dublin! We've noticed you're having a lot of fun over there today so we just wanted to do a flyby, show some love and say thanks for the giggles! ✈️💚🤍🧡.
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Today we welcomed another classic queen to Heathrow. the @British_Airways 747 G-BNLY repainted in the iconic Landor livery celebrating #BA100. What a beauty! 😍 #avgeek
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Is that A350 smiling, or is it just us? 🤔. 📷: by our very own airside_ian on Instagram
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SANTA1 is confirmed at #Heathrow.🎅🦌 . We’re excited to share that Santa and his team will make their magical scheduled stop at our airport. Keep your eyes peeled if you’re at Heathrow today, as our Xmas arrivals board is now LIVE.
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Today we said farewell to the last @British_Airways 747s as they departed together to grace the skies one last time from #Heathrow. Countless happy memories over the years, what are yours? ✈️✈️.#BA747tribute
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⚡️ “Heathrow Airport posts a Star Wars-themed departure board”.
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A fantastic morning at #Heathrow as the US reopens to fully vaccinated travellers, with @British_Airways and @VirginAtlantic celebrating with first ever commercial simultaneous take-off from London to New York, guided by @NATS. 🇬🇧🛫🛫🇺🇸
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She's finally here! @British_Airways B747 in BOAC colours, a throwback to the 1964 – 1974 era. Who remembers this livery? #BA100
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Our teams have worked tirelessly since the incident to ensure a speedy recovery. We’re now safely able to restart flights, prioritising repatriation and relocation of aircraft. Please do not travel to the airport unless your airline has advised you to do so. (1/2)
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We’re delighted to welcome the newest member of our airline family, @FlyRwandAir. ✈️. Flights will operate twice-weekly, reconnecting the UK with Rwanda for passengers and critical cargo operations. Find out more about RwandAir 👇.
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We might be slightly biased but this iconic London view is pretty epic!😍. What is your favourite city to fly into? ✈️. 📷: iamsebbie on Instagram
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A @VirginAtlantic plane of vital medical supplies for the NHS has just landed at Heathrow. This cargo-only flight is carrying ventilators, medical supplies and PPE equipment for UK hospitals. We’re committed to remaining open and supporting the UK during this time of crisis.
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Have you ever seen an A380 next to an A320? Now you have 🤩. Have you ever flown on or planning to fly on an A380? We'd love to know where. 📷 : sincityspotters on Instagram
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#Heathrow was buzzing with excitement as the Trooping the Colour ceremony treated us to a breathtaking flypast featuring, F-35B Lightning, Typhoons, and the legendary Red Arrows. ✈️ ✈️ ✈️ 🤩
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It’s nearly Christmas, which means the #HeathrowBears are back! Watch the new film to see our furry friends preparing for the festivities like you’ve never seen them before. Find out more about them:
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Kids eat free with an adult at Heathrow during selected dates this year! Find out more:
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Share a bear-y festive message with your friends and family with our #HeathrowBears e-card!
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Effective from Wednesday 16 March, we'll remove the requirement for wearing face coverings at the airport. We still strongly encourage both colleagues & passengers to wear them, particularly when they come into close contact with others, but this will no longer be mandatory. 1/2.
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A tribute to @BritishAirways’ 747 #QueenOfTheSkies, as the airline announces its intention to retire the aircraft after almost five decades of service. From all of us at Heathrow, farewell old friend. We’ll miss you. ✈️ #avgeek
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@KeaneJohn69 We apologise for the inconvenience John, We'll make sure next year we upgrade your ticket to board the star destroyer 😂😉#MayThe4thBeWithYou.
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This is for all of you who miss taking off and landing at Heathrow. 💜
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If you could fly anywhere onboard these beauties post-lockdown, where would go? ✈️ #ThursdayThoughts
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A warm welcome to @British_Airways final heritage livery! G-CIVB sports the classic Negus design to celebrate #BA100. Doesn’t she look amazing?
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A classic BOAC queen is welcomed home to Heathrow, celebrating 100 years of @british_airways. #BA100
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Watching a plane depart on its journey to distant lands while you patiently await your turn. It's the little things that tell us we're officially on #Summer holiday. ✈️☀️🌴. What's yours? #OfficiallyOnHoliday
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Not a view you see everyday 😮 . A great image from @NPASSouthEast after requesting to cross our airport. When was the last time you landed on one of our runways? 🛬
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All of us at Heathrow are saddened to hear that Her Majesty the Queen has passed away. We offer our condolences to the Royal Family and the British public at this time.
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Today we say farewell to one of the last @VirginAtlantic 747s as she takes to skies from @HeathrowAirport for the final time. G-VROS, better known as Forever Young, has been gracing our airport for the last 18 years and will be missed. ✈️. 📷: vsnyc on Instagram
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We’ll be here for you when the world opens up again. 🌏🌍🌎. Where do you see yourself travelling to when the time comes? ✈️
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Today marks 100 years of British Airways. Happy centenary @British_Airways, we're proud that you've called us home for 72 of those years! ✈️ #BA100
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Have you seen the #heathrowbears GIFs? How adorable are they?! If you can handle it, find more here: Tag us when you see them, but be careful not to suffer a cuteness overload. 🐻
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On this day, 51 years ago, Heathrow welcomed the first commercial Boeing 747 flight from New York's @JFKairport. ✈️. We look forward to connecting you with destinations around the world again in the future. In the meantime, #StaySafe.
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Korean Air's passenger 747 is back at #Heathrow. 🥳✈️. For the summer season, the UK's only scheduled 747 passenger service will operate daily between Heathrow and Seoul Incheon. Welcome back #QueenOfTheSkies. @KoreanAir_KE
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@CFCDUBois Hello, we are unable to book any flights, please speak to an airline regarding this.
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"SANTA1 you're cleared for landing. please proceed to stand 4 for refueling on mince pies and carrots" 🎅🎄🎁 #ChristmasEve
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Don't worry @ChelseaFC fans, it's going to be a busy summer for you (and for us). #DeadlineDay #13thintheleague
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Can’t wait to walk down the aisle — with a boarding pass in hand. 😉✈️
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We're still reminiscing about Thursday's farewell flight of the 747, and we found some interesting facts. The airframe is almost as long as 9 London busses and a tail height equivalent to a six-storey building 🚌✈️. Find out about her legacy at Heathrow:
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On this day ten years ago, the mighty #A380 touched down on its first commercial flight to Heathrow. Fast forward to the present day and we have seven A380 carriers serving 14 routes. Take our quiz to find out how well you know this iconic aircraft:
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.@VirginAtlantic's first Airbus A350-1000 aircraft, G-VLUX, Red Velvet takes to the skies today for the very first time from Heathrow. Calling all #avgeek, their new tailcam offers every customer the best view outside! 😍✈️
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Congratulations to @VirginAtlantic for making history by becoming the first commercial airline to operate a transatlantic flight powered entirely by Sustainable Aviation Fuel! 🌿🛫. Today's departure was more than just a flight; it signals a bright future for aviation. 🌏✈️
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🇬🇧 Welcome home @TeamGB! 🇬🇧. We've been proud to welcome many of our #TeamGB athletes back from #Tokyo2020 with @British_Airways. Over the past few days, we were fortunate enough to capture some of our Olympians arriving at #Heathrow.
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@Willhide Good evening Will, we're sorry to hear you feel that way. We've been informed that necklace has been found. Thank you for your tweet.
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Can we take a moment to appreciate the comparison and differences between these two stunning aircraft? ✈️✈️
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We always wondered where the end of the rainbow was. Now we know it's somewhere near Terminal 5C. 🌈. A great photo by inside_airside_lhr on Instagram
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Have your Poké Ball ready as @FlyANA_official's Eevee Jet NH has landed for its first flight at #Heathrow. ANA & @PokemonNewsUK have extended their collab 'Pokémon Air Adventures' to bring unforgettable experiences to all passengers ✈️. Which is your favourite Eevee Evolution 👇
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Flights have resumed at Heathrow, and we are open and fully operational. All terminals and all car parks are open across Heathrow. (1/2)
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Agreed. We might be biased, but absolutely no filter needed for that beautiful view!😉😍. Thanks rsd_87 on Instagram for sharing this stunning photo of Terminal. Guess which one?
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Aircraft come in all shapes and sizes, but when it comes to the largest passenger aircraft, the A380 is the clear winner. 🤩. Have you flown on the A380, or have any plans to in the future? Let us know in the comments 👇. 📷 : inside_airside_lhr on Instagram
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When you're in #holiday mode are you switching off for the trip, or are your devices a must-have? 📱✈️#officiallyonholiday
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How’s that for a view? ✈️. Hands up if you miss views like this! 🙌. 📷: egll_747 on Instagram
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Happy New Year, everyone! ✨🎉 What are you wishing for in 2020?
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This #ThrowbackThursday, we're looking back on our 46-year relationship with @MAS. Over the years, Malaysia Airlines have operated the most iconic aircraft, but can you identify the ones in the photos?. 📷 : Steve Fitzgerald & Richard De Villa
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Now, witness the power of this fully operational Control Tower!. Happy #StarWarsDay. #MayThe4thBeWithYou
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Convinced you were born into the wrong #decade? Take a leaf out of the #HeathrowBears books and travel through time with our festive #Christmas quiz. No plane ticket necessary! 🐻❤️🐻
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This morning @VirginAtlantic VS355 arrived at Heathrow, carrying the first UK nationals from Mumbai, back to the UK. We’re proud to welcome this arrival, we’re committed to remaining open and supporting the UK during this time of crisis.
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It’s true! The #HeathrowBears are back! Catch up on the story so far ahead of their arrival this week in the thread below 👇🏻
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Recently, we've been welcoming the return of passenger flights on the @Airbus #A380. ✈️. With @British_Airways, @emirates, @qatarairways and @SingaporeAir superjumbos flying from #Heathrow, we cannot wait to see more of you take to the skies very soon.
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Who needs parking sensors when you've got two red paddles. 🔴🔴. airside_ian on Instagram showcasing his impressive marshalling skills. Do you know what the signals mean? #avgeek
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Calling all #avgeek(s)!. @emirates’ EK1 has arrived at Heathrow today, marking the start of the majestic A380's return to the skies. ✈️.
The Emirates @Airbus A380 returns to the skies with flights to @HeathrowAirport & @ParisAeroport. Emirates will also deploy a daily A380 to Amsterdam @Schiphol & a second daily A380 service to @HeathrowAirport from 1 August. #FlyEmiratesFlyBetter @DXB
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Yesterday, @martineofficial partnered with us to surprise passengers with their own #LoveActually moment! ❤️. Is your loved one arriving this #Christmas week? DM us with their name & flight details and our Heathrow volunteers might meet them. More info:
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We're thrilled to welcome Air India's Airbus A350 to Heathrow. 🛬👏. Operating twice daily from Heathrow to Delhi, offering a premium experience with upgraded cabins and enhanced in-flight entertainment. You can find out more information on the aircraft, the route and how to
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Our kind of #LondonFashionWeek. The elegant #A350, who wears it best? 😍 ✈️. 📷: jimbo_jet_aviation on Instagram
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.@jonmace680NEWS caught the Empire's arrival at LHR this #MayTheFourth. AT-AT - please proceed to remote stand 576. #ARstickers #StarWarsDay #MayTheFourth #MayThe4thBeWithYou
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Have you seen the #heathrowbears GIFs? How adorable are they!? If you can handle it, search 'Heathrow Bears' on @GIPHY. Tag us when you see them, but be careful not to suffer a cuteness overload. 🐻
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@FrankRGardner Hi Frank, we apologise unreservedly for this incident and we regret that the service fell short of the experience we aim to provide at Heathrow. We're looking into it as a matter of urgency and if you have any further info you’d like to share with us, please feel free to DM us.
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Nothing beats getting in a pre-flight celebration before a trip with friends. 🥰✈️ #officiallyonholiday #Friyay
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That’s a wrap on 2024! From all of us at Heathrow, Happy New Year! 🎆
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We love this photo of a 777 flying in front of a rainbow, beautifully captured by @aviatorlondon1! 🌈✈️#Pride #HeathrowPride
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T5 then and now: it's been 12 years and the terminal has seen it all! Has it witnessed your story? Tell us in the comments.
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We’re delighted to welcome our newest entrant to Terminal 2 today. @airvistara will operate special, three-times a week non-stop flights between Delhi and Heathrow from 29 August, marking its debut in long-haul international operations.
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@burnaboy Good afternoon Burna Boy, we can't wait to have here at Heathrow. We'll be ready for a dance battle!
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All eyes were on this beauty over the weekend. What a sight! ✈️. Stunning photo courtesy of @cedarjet201. Hands up if you spotted this flying in the skies on Sunday! 🙌. #airforceone #Heathrow
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