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Heathrow Airport Taxis and Strike

Updated: Apr 17, 2023

WHEN IS THE STRIKE HAPPENING AT HEATHROW AIRPORT?

March 31, 2023 is the start of a ten days security strike at Heathrow Airport covering Terminals 2, 3, 4 and 5. Terminal 5 will be the most affected terminal, this strike will last till Easter Sunday.

HOW WILL THIS STRIKE CAN DELAY YOUR TRAVEL PLAN?

The strike will significantly delay your travel if you are flying to and from Heathrow Airport Terminal 5. We never know how severe will be the effect on terminals 2, 3 and 4. Expect for a longer queues. Standing on a queue with your kids will certainly test your patience and could lead to a stressful journey. Bring a lot of patience and any items or toys that the kids will be busy with.


SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: We provide our local and executive taxis with chauffeurs in accordance with the current Local Government regulations

Drivers, Chauffeurs, well-wishers standing in front of the arrival area at Heathrow Airport Terminal 5.  Dinez Taxis and Airport Transfers Logo with a text 'Red Alert Strike'
People standing in front of Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 arrivals with Dinez Taxis and Airport Transfers logo. A "Red Alert Strike" text in the middle of the photo.

The dialogue was not successful hence the union decided to proceed with the strike. The best solution is to be prepared and this is the way Dinez Taxis and Airport Transfers looked after their clients


HOW TO UPDATE YOUR TAXI BOOKING

  1. Email your airport taxi service provider

  2. Inform the taxi company of any changes like changing the pick up time

  3. Wait for re-confirmation from the taxi company

IMPORTANT CONTACT POINTS

If you need more informations, please contact the Customer Support of Heathrow Airport





How long does it take to travel from Farnborough to Heathrow Airport Terminal 5?

The standard travel time from Farnborough to Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 is 30 minutes without traffic, please allow between 10-15 minutes if you are going to other terminals.

What alternative road can I use in going to Heathrow Airport when there is a delay in M3 motorway?

How many employees of Heathrow Airport will join the strike this March 31, 2023?


TRAVEL TIME TO HEATHROW AIRPORT

Any disruptions will cause delays, here is a guide on the approximate travel time to Heathrow Airport Terminals 2, 3, 4 and 5. (Dinez Taxis and Airport Transfers highly recommend adding an extra time on the actual journey)

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Terminal 2

Terminal 3

Terminal 4

Terminal 5

Aldershot

45

45

45

40

Ash Vale

45

45

45

35

Farnborough

40

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35

30

Farnham

55

55

55

50

Fleet

45

45

45

40

Frimley

40

40

40

35

Farnham

50

50

50

45

Normandy

50

50

50

45


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