Blue Badge parking is available in every Heathrow car park, with clearly signed bays close to terminal access routes in Terminal Parking (formerly Short Stay) and further spaces in Park & Ride (formerly Long Stay) and Priority Park & Ride. Help points near Blue Badge bays let you request free assistance, and you can also call +44 (0)20 8757 2700 for help from your vehicle.
Blue Badge parking across Heathrow's car parks
The Blue Badge scheme operates in all Heathrow car parks, but the bays and how you use them differ slightly by car park type.
Terminal Parking (Short Stay) car parks
- Blue Badge bays are clearly signed and located close to terminal access routes
- Help points near these spaces let you arrange assistance free of charge
- You can also call +44 (0)20 8757 2700 from your vehicle to request help
- Ask any team member for mobility assistance or help with luggage
- You must pay at customer service kiosks or automatic payment machines before returning to your car, or press the help button if you can't reach the payment slot; card payment is also available directly at exit barriers
Park & Ride (Long Stay) and Priority Park & Ride (Business) car parks
- Blue Badge spaces are located close to bus stops or admin offices
- Since these car parks are further from the terminal, allow extra time for the transfer bus between the car park and the terminal
Showing your Blue Badge
If you're parking in a Blue Badge space but taking your badge with you into the terminal, show it to the car park operator using the help point or the car park entry machine, or contact the operator via the help button or a help point telephone so they can note it.
Important: no Blue Badge exemption on the roads around Heathrow
For security reasons, the Blue Badge scheme does not apply on the roads around Heathrow. Unattended vehicles on these roads are liable to be towed by the police, Blue Badge or not. If you need to stop briefly, use the terminal drop-off areas rather than parking on an access road, even with a valid badge displayed.
Blue Badge and the terminal drop-off charge
Heathrow's £7 terminal drop-off charge applies at all terminals, but Blue Badge holders can apply for a discount. Check the current discount process on Heathrow's drop-off charge page before you travel, since the application needs to be made in advance rather than at the barrier.
Getting extra help at the airport
Blue Badge parking covers getting your car into a suitable space, but if you need help moving through the terminal itself, that's arranged separately as special assistance. Tell your airline when you book, or at least 48 hours before you travel, so the right support is ready for you. See our guide on Heathrow special assistance: how to book wheelchair and mobility help for the full process.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to pay extra for Blue Badge parking at Heathrow?
No, Blue Badge parking itself doesn't cost more than a standard space in the same car park, but you still pay the car park's normal parking charge.
Can I use my Blue Badge to stop on the roads around Heathrow?
No. The Blue Badge scheme does not operate on roads around the airport for security reasons, and unattended vehicles can be towed regardless of a displayed badge. Use the terminal drop-off areas instead.
Are there Blue Badge spaces in every Heathrow car park?
Yes, the scheme operates in Terminal Parking (Short Stay), Park & Ride (Long Stay) and Priority Park & Ride (Business) car parks, though space locations vary by car park.
How do I get help if I can't reach a payment machine?
Press the help button at the machine or use a nearby help point telephone, and a car park operator will assist you or arrange an alternative way to pay.
Is there a Blue Badge discount on the Heathrow drop-off charge?
Yes, a discount is available for Blue Badge holders, but it needs to be applied for in advance rather than claimed at the barrier. Check Heathrow's drop-off charge page for the current process.
Who do I contact for help from my car in a Heathrow car park?
Call +44 (0)20 8757 2700, or use the help point nearest to your Blue Badge parking space.
Checked 2026. Details are as published by Heathrow's accessible travel pages; always confirm current arrangements before you travel, since car park layouts and charges are reviewed periodically.