Heathrow Airport plans to grow its passenger numbers by 10 million by 2031 through a £10 billion investment plan. This expansion will involve creating new space for retail, dining, and lounges, equivalent to 10 football pitches, while improving security and baggage handling processes. To fund these developments, the average passenger charge will rise from £28.46 to £33.26 between 2027 and 2031, leading to increased flight prices. The CEO emphasized the need for investment to boost operational resilience and global competitiveness, alongside job creation in the UK supply chain.
Heathrow Airport plans to increase passenger numbers by up to 10 million by 2031, aiming for a 12 percent growth to reach 83.9 million passengers by 2024.
A £10 billion investment plan will create new restaurant, shop, and lounge space equivalent to 10 football pitches while also enhancing security and baggage handling.
The average passenger charge will rise from £28.46 to £33.26 between 2027 and 2031 to fund these improvements, resulting in higher flight prices.
Heathrow's chief executive highlighted that to compete globally, they must invest to enhance operational resilience and improve service quality, while creating jobs.
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