Traffic continues to soar at London Heathrow

The records keep tumbling at London’s Heathrow Airport, which today reported its busiest ever September, handling 7.4 million passengers during the month.

The UK hub notes that it remained Europe’s most punctual hub and reached a major milestone in global connectivity this summer, being named the most connected airport in the world for the third consecutive year.

Security performance also remained consistent, with 95% of passengers waiting less than five minutes in security, underscoring our focus on efficiency and customer experience.

Heathrow CEO Thomas Woldbye said: “This summer at Heathrow was one to be celebrated. Operating Europe’s largest airport doesn’t come without its challenges, but I’m proud that our team delivered under pressure — welcoming nearly 7.4 million passengers in September alone while maintaining strong performance in punctuality and security.

“We continued to lead the pack in global connectivity, all while keeping the passenger experience smooth for millions.

“It’s a clear sign that Heathrow is vital to the UK’s economic growth and why we will continue to invest in our airport – opening up even more opportunities for passengers, airlines, and the country.”

According to the airport, its £1.3 billion investment plan for the coming year will continue to deliver on what its customers say matters most — better service, operational resilience, and growth for both airlines and UK businesses.