London Heathrow Airport's third runway, which was slated to open in 2035, appears to have been delayed by up to four years, based on recent comments made by officials. In November 2025, the UK government backed Heathrow's long-stalled plans for a third runway,

James Murray, the Financial Secretary to the Treasury, said the expansion of Britain's busiest airport was 'really important' for the country's future.

Over 2,000 flights have been disrupted in the past two days, as an air-traffic control problem has stymied British airports.

Prime minister said £49bn scheme was a 'matter for Londoners' as airport claims work could be delayed by four years

Heathrow Airport advises when to arrive: two hours before short-haul flights and three hours before long-haul trips. Check airline deadlines before travel.

Just minutes away from Heathrow’s runways lies the British Airways Cranebank Training Centre, once one of the most advanced flight crew training facilities in the world, now left in eerie silence. Originally planned as a terminal extension for Heathrow Airport,

Istanbul has overtaken London Heathrow as the world's most connected airport for 2026, serving 337 destinations, per OAG's Megahubs Index.