Pickup · FAQ
Can you get a taxi from Heathrow Airport?
Yes, in two different ways: hail a licensed black cab at the terminal rank, or pre-book a private hire operator like Kings Heathrow Taxi, which must be arranged in advance rather than hailed on the spot.
What's the difference between a taxi rank and pre-booked private hire?
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What's the difference between a taxi rank and pre-booked private hire?
+A black cab at the rank can be hailed on the spot and is metered. Private hire operators like Kings are licensed but legally cannot accept street hails — every journey is pre-booked with a fixed fare agreed in advance.
Do I need to book ahead, or can I just turn up?
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Do I need to book ahead, or can I just turn up?
+For a pre-booked service you need to book ahead — ideally 4 or more hours' notice. See how far in advance you need to book.
Where do I meet a pre-booked driver?
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Where do I meet a pre-booked driver?
+At the short-stay car park rather than inside the terminal with a name board — the driver waits for a call once you've cleared customs.
Does Kings cover all Heathrow terminals?
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Does Kings cover all Heathrow terminals?
+Yes — all four terminals, T2 to T5.
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