Rent a hire car at London Heathrow Airport

London Heathrow Airport vehicle hire (cars, mini-vans, MPV's, vans and 4x4)

The airport at London Heathrow is a large international airport with flights arriving from all over the world. Car rental is available to passengers arriving at London Heathrow (LHR) and by booking online passengers can collect their rental car and drive away with the minimum delay. Only the most attractive offers and special deals are available online so why not check out the lowest cost rental prices now? Special weekend hire rates are often available so reserve your hire car early to avoid disappointment. With the new laws regarding the safety of children in cars, be sure to remember to book child seats for your family.

On arrival at London's Heathrow Airport, make your way to the car rental area with the booking reference you were given online. Friendly, helpful staff will be there to assist you and indicate where the rental car is parked ready and waiting for you. If you are unfamiliar with the make or model you have hired, the rental representative will be happy to show you the car's controls. If there's anything your need to know after you have left the car rental depot, you will find a copy of the car handbook located in the front pocket of the car. This can be particularly useful if driving an automatic (shift gear) car for the first time. If you prefer a manual car, these are available too.

Usually rented cars are available to seat 2 to 7 people, ideal for small groups and families travelling together. For parties of 8 passengers or more, the options are a) to rent 2 hire cars, or b) to hire a minibus, depending on the requirements of the group. In the same way, minivans and transit-style vans are available to rent where there is a volume of luggage. Hired vans make the perfect solution to transport bulk baggage by road to your destination. Whatever your needs, there is bound to be a vehicle to suit your requirements - autos, automobile, mini, car, van and minibus - the selection is extensive.

Hire a car, van, bus for as little or as long as you need. Special rates are also available for short hires (such as a single day hire or for a weekend) as well as longer 2-week rentals. The bests rates are available online so that's the best way to book your hire vehicle. Register the names of all the people who will be driving the hired car or van to validate the insurance policy. While with the car hire rep, seek advice on excess reduction and cancellation protection, and before driving off, confirm arrangements to return the hire car at the end of the rental period.

Remember to drive on the left hand side of the road while driving behind the wheel, in England and the rest of the UK. Familiarise yourself with speed limit to avoid being given a speeding fine. The car rental company cannot be responsible for drivers who are given a speeding ticket - nor a parking fine, so do take care while the rented car is in you possession. It's also a good idea to note down the particulars of the car to make it easy to find in a busy parking lot!

Allow plenty of time for your return journey to London Heathrow Airport. There is often a lot of traffic especially on the M25 at peak times and rush-hour. Depending on the direction of travel, there is also the M3, M4 and M40 motorways in the area, which lead to Heathrow airport, situated to the west of London on the outskirts of Hounslow. Courtesy transport is normally available to passengers returning to the airport terminal building, when the hire car drop off point is not within easy walking distance. Once inside the terminal building, make your way to the check-in desk area before browsing through he shops or relaxing in the departure lounge at your Heathrow arrival terminal.