Heathrow is at the heart of the UK economy and one of our country’s most important assets. 

As the world’s busiest international airport, Heathrow employs 72,000 people and supports over 100,000 further jobs right across the UK.  It is the UK’s gateway to the global economy and as the UK’s only hub airport, has a unique role in providing businesses access to markets worldwide.

A healthy and efficient Heathrow, able to meet the demands of business and leisure travellers, is vital to the health of the UK economy.

To find out more about the economic importance of Heathrow, please follow the links on the left or download a PDF of the Economic Benefits of Heathrow. (2,368KB PDF)