UK airport drop-off charges rise to £10 in 2026
Four major UK airports have increased drop-off fees for 2026, with Gatwick now the most expensive at £10. Find out how much London Heathrow, City, and Bristol are charging.
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Four UK airports hike drop-off charges in 2026
Gatwick, Heathrow, London City and Bristol airports have all increased passenger drop-off fees this year, adding to travel costs. Experts advise on how to avoid the new charges.
Luton Airport warns £2.5bn plan at risk from tax rise
London Luton Airport warns its £2.5bn expansion could be stalled as Labour's business rates set to double its tax bill by 2029. Key infrastructure investment under threat.
Luton Airport's £2.5bn expansion threatened by tax hike
Luton Airport's £2.5bn expansion plan, including a new terminal, faces uncertainty as business rates are set to more than double by 2029. Read how this tax hike could impact UK infrastructure.
Amsterdam Schiphol cancels 700 flights in winter freeze
Amsterdam Schiphol airport cancels over 700 flights due to snow and ice, stranding 1000+ passengers overnight. Freezing weather causes major travel disruption across Europe. Read the latest updates.
New easyJet & Ryanair routes from Stansted for 2026
easyJet and Ryanair announce major expansion from London Stansted for 2026, adding direct flights to Paris CDG, Glasgow, and Malmö. Jet2, TUI, and Turkish Airlines also boost services, offering UK travellers more choice and value.
Heathrow raises drop-off charge to £7
Heathrow Airport has increased its drop-off fee to £7, days after London City announced its own charge. Find out the latest costs and driver reactions.
Explosions and Low-Flying Aircraft Reported in Caracas
Multiple explosions heard in Venezuelan capital Caracas, with power cuts and low-flying aircraft reported. Tensions with the US escalate. Read the latest developments.
Best New Flight Routes Coming to the UK in 2026
Discover the exciting new direct flight routes launching from UK airports in 2026, including first-ever links to Yerevan and Seoul. Find the best deals and plan your next adventure.
London City Airport drop-off charges from 2026
London City Airport will introduce an £8 drop-off charge from January 2026 to encourage public transport use. Blue badge holders are exempt. Find out the new rules.
Belt Bumping: The Airport Habit Making Travel Unbearable
Discover why 'belt bumping' – leaving security trays behind – is the ultimate travel pet peeve. Experts and passengers reveal why this habit is so disrespectful and how it impacts your airport experience.
Airport matcha sales surge 165% as Gen Z shuns pints
Young travellers are transforming airport habits, ditching pre-flight pints for matcha and wellness shots. Discover the data and trends reshaping UK departure lounges.
Air Fares Warning as Airport Tax Bills to Double
Passengers face higher ticket prices as regional airports, including Manchester and Bristol, see business rates bills skyrocket by up to 295%. Find out how this will impact your travel costs.
TikToker tests Heathrow's 100ml liquid rule with 2L bottle
A traveller's social experiment at Heathrow Airport reveals whether the strict 100ml liquid limit is still enforced. See the surprising results and what it means for your next flight.
EasyJet launches Ibiza flights from London Southend Airport
EasyJet will connect London Southend to Ibiza twice weekly from April 2025, offering more choice for sun-seekers. The airline is also adding Munich and resuming Jersey services from the Essex hub.
Air fare warning as regional airport tax bills rocket
Passengers face higher ticket prices as UK regional airports grapple with unprecedented business rates increases of up to 295%. Manchester, Bristol, and Birmingham among worst hit.
Passengers Denied Compensation After Airport Disruption
Travellers left hundreds of pounds out of pocket after Stansted fire and Heathrow tunnel closure highlight a major gap in UK passenger rights law. Discover your rights.
Heathrow's £1.3bn Upgrade: New Car Park & AI Tech
Heathrow Airport unveils a £1.3bn investment plan. Discover the new Terminal 4 car park, AI-powered cameras, and next-gen security set to revolutionise travel by 2031.
Greg Biffle among seven dead in North Carolina plane crash
Police believe retired NASCAR star Greg Biffle and his family are among seven killed in a Cessna jet crash at a North Carolina airport. The investigation is ongoing.
Stansted Airport to nearly double passenger capacity to 51 million
Stansted Airport has secured permission to increase its annual passenger cap to 51 million, aiming to become the UK's second-largest hub without building a new runway. Discover the details of the £1.1bn plan.
Avoid Gatwick's new £10 drop-off charge with this loophole
Gatwick Airport's drop-off fee is soaring to £10, but a free alternative exists. Discover the simple hack using long-stay car parks and shuttle buses to save money.
Man arrested after Heathrow pepper spray suitcase robbery
A man is in custody after a suitcase robbery involving pepper spray at Heathrow's Terminal 3 left 21 people needing medical treatment. Read the latest on this shocking airport incident.
Heathrow's 2026 drop-off charge rises to £7
From 1 January 2026, Heathrow Airport's drop-off fee increases by £1 to £7 per visit. Drivers get just 10 minutes and must pay online or by phone. Learn how to avoid the £80 fine.
Arrest after Heathrow Terminal 3 car park pepper spray attack
A man has been detained by police following an alleged assault involving a form of pepper spray at Heathrow Airport's Terminal 3 car park. Read the latest updates on this developing incident.
Pepper spray attack at Heathrow Terminal 3 car park
Armed police arrested a man after multiple people were assaulted with a form of pepper spray in a Heathrow Airport car park. Terminal 3 remains open. Click for the latest updates.
Heathrow Airport: All trains suspended after police incident
Major disruption at Heathrow Airport as all rail services are suspended. Armed police respond to an incident, causing significant delays. Follow for live updates.
Heathrow's new £7 drop-off fee and 10-minute limit for 2026
Heathrow Airport is introducing a strict 10-minute time limit and a £7 charge for terminal drop-offs from January 2026. Here's what drivers need to know to avoid fines.
Heathrow's £7 drop-off charge labelled 'unfair' moneymaker
Heathrow Airport faces criticism for hiking its terminal drop-off charge to £7 and imposing a strict 10-minute limit. Drivers and campaigners slam the move as an unfair cost passed to passengers.
Passengers evacuated after fire engulfs plane in smoke
Panicked passengers evacuated via slides after a ground equipment fire filled a LATAM Airlines plane with smoke at São Paulo Airport. The incident occurred on Thursday evening.
Edinburgh Airport flights suspended due to ATC IT failure
All flights at Edinburgh Airport are grounded after a major IT failure hit air traffic control services, causing chaos for passengers. Contact your airline for updates.
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