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London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

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Your way to SIXT

From Terminal 2, after exiting the baggage claim, turn right toward the car rental desks and information. Continue until you reach our SIXT counter. From Terminal 3, after exiting the baggage claim, take our free shuttle to Terminal 2. The shuttle leaves from stop 17, outside the arrivals hall, and runs every 15 minutes during our opening hours. Once you arrive at Terminal 2, take the elevator to level 1, turn left and enter the arrivals hall from the left. Alternatively, proceed straight to the Terminal 2 arrivals hall through the pedestrian underpass.

With public transportation

From London, you can take the underground to Heathrow Terminal 2. Upon exiting the station, follow the signs directing you to Terminal 2 arrivals. Our SIXT branch is located inside the arrivals hall on level 1. In a taxi, the drop-off zone is located on level 5. For Uber, you'll be dropped off on level 4. Take the elevators to level 1, following the arrivals signs. You will see then see our SIXT branch. Alternatively, buses 105, 111, 278, 285, A10, and U3 all stop at the Heathrow Central Bus Station, located between Terminals 2 and 3 and above the London Underground station. Follow signs to Terminal 2 arrivals on level 1, where you can find our SIXT branch. To reach Terminal 3 once you arrive, you can walk from Terminal 2. For Terminals 4 and 5, take the free Heathrow Express train at Terminal 2.

Parking facilities

There are no parking facilities available for customers. You will have to pay any passenger drop-off or parking fees directly to the airport.

Return information

Navigate to our SIXT branch at Heathrow Terminal 2 Short Stay Car Park, Hounslow, TW6 1EW. Once you arrive at the airport, follow signs for Terminals 2 and 3, staying in the right-hand lane when you enter the tunnel. As you exit the tunnel, stay right and follow the "Short stay car park" signs. Use the right lanes 4 and 5 to enter the parking garage. Proceed up to level 4, following the SIXT signs. Park your vehicle in the return area. A SIXT agent will be there to collect your key and assist with your return. For returns outside of business hours, please check that you have all your belongings, lock the vehicle, and place the key in our SIXT key drop box, located next to the SIXT booth.

Directions

51.469573974609375, -0.4496070146560669

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

24h Return

Address

Terminal 2 Landside Arrivals, Hounslow TW6 1EF, United Kingdom

Business hours

Mon - Sun
06:00 - 00:00
Bank holidays
06:00 - 00:00

Out of hours

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Our services at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

Top London Heathrow Airport car hire

Enjoy seamless car hire at London Heathrow Airport with SIXT and head into the capital without delay. Choose from a wide selection of high-quality vehicles to suit all needs. An economy car or hatchback for getting around London's busy streets, high-performance crossovers and 4x4s for some added power and room, or even a van for travelling as a group with luggage. Never been to London before? Be sure to add a sat nav to your car hire package so you'll never get lost. If you’re travelling with a child, it's easy add a child seat to your booking to make sure they’re safe and comfortable.

SIXT’s location at London Heathrow Airport

Car hire at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is made easy with SIXT. On arrival at Heathrow, you should make your way to terminal 2. Go outside and can use the lift to get down to level 0. The SIXT shuttle will pick you up from bus stop 7 and take you on the short journey to our branch at the Sofitel hotel. You can *return your vehicle *at the Sofitel car park at terminal 5. The SIXT parking spaces are near the entrance to the car park.

Explore London with your hire car

London is a city which has great transport connections, but you can’t beat travelling via car to explore this great capital. Drive over Tower Bridge in a hire car will guarantee a superb view of the iconic London skyline, including the Shard and Canary Wharf. Take a spin to some of the bigger parks in London for a picnic day, such as Richmond Park, where you can relax and watch deer freely roam. If you want to drive further afield in your SIXT car, head out south to Brighton, where you can enjoy a day on the beach at this classic seaside town.

Customer reviews & feedback

4.6
4.6449804
Based on 7736 reviews
from our Customer Excitement Score survey*

Listen to what our customers say

4.9
Vehicle handover
4.7
At the SIXT branch
4.7
The way to SIXT
Beryl P.
5.0
Great service and great vehicles. Was offered an upgrade without asking and the vehicle was pretty new. Awesome easy location to find and return was easy to do. highly recommend and would use again.
S.
5.0
No queue to check in or get the car. Car was at the airport, not a bus ride away.
dave r.
5.0
As usual, excellent service, shout out to Joshua Waring for all the help

*Our Customer Excitement Score is based on a survey sent to all customers who booked at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). The score is an average of all customer responses.

Good to know when renting at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

What's the minimum age to hire a car at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)?
To rent a car with SIXT at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) you need to be at least 21 with a valid license. Some car categories have a higher minimum rental age, and an underage driver fee may apply.
Can I modify, extend, or cancel my reservation?
You can modify, extend, or cancel your reservation in London Heathrow Airport (LHR) through your manage booking section or through the app.
What documents do I need to hire a car at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)?
You need a valid driver’s license held for at least 1 year, depending on the car category. You might also need an International Driving Permit or official translation of the license.
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