Car hire
London Heathrow AP T5
Additional Information
Your way to SIXT
After collecting any baggage, exit to the arrivals hall. Turn right and walk towards Marks & Spencer. Once you reach Marks & Spencer, turn left and continue walking toward the terminal doors leading outside.
Exit through the terminal doors and proceed to the elevators marked Car Rental & Sofitel Hotel. Enter the elevator and press the button for Level 1, labeled SIXT & Sofitel Hotel. Leaving the elevator, turn right and follow the corridor leading towards the Sofitel Hotel. At the end of the corridor, you will find the SIXT branch on your left.
Return information
Navigate to our SIXT branch at Welland Road, TW6 2GD Hounslow.
Once you arrive at the airport, follow the "Terminal 5" signs. At the traffic circle, take the Terminal 5 short stay exit. Stay in the left lane and follow the signs to "Overheight Vehicles & Sofitel Hotel".
Continue past the Sofitel Hotel, staying in the right-hand lane. Follow the "Coach Park" and "All Car Parks" signs to the right, and go right at the fork. Then, enter the parking lot on your right, going through the damage gates. Follow the SIXT signs to the return area and park there. A SIXT agent will be there to collect your key and assist with your return.
To return to Terminal 5, go up one floor to level 1, walk through the Sofitel Hotel, and then toward Terminal 5.
To return to Terminal 2 and 3, you can take the free Heathrow Express Trains. To reach the terminal 5 stop, go up one floor to level 1, walk through the Sofitel Hotel, and then toward terminal 5.
With public transportation
From London, you can take the underground to Heathrow Terminal 5. Upon exiting the station, follow the signs directing you to the Sofitel Hotel. Take the elevators up to level 1, then turn right and continue until you reach our branch.
By bus, get off at the Terminal 5 stop. Follow the signs directing you to the Sofitel Hotel. Take the elevators up to level 1, then turn right and continue for a few minutes until you reach our branch.
In a taxi, you'll arrive at the Sofitel Hotel London Heathrow Terminal 5. After being dropped off at the lobby area via the hotel parking, go inside and take the elevator to level 5 (T5). Please note that customers must pay any passenger drop-off or parking fees directly to the airport or Sofitel.
Customer parking
There are no parking facilities available for customers. You will have to pay any passenger drop-off or parking fees directly to the airport or hotel.
Directions
51.473388671875, -0.49144598841667175
London Heathrow AP T5
24h Return
Address
Terminal 5 Sofitel London Heathrow T5, Hounslow TW6 2GD, United Kingdom
Business hours
Mon - Sun
07:00 - 23:00
Public Holidays
07:00 - 23:00
Out of hours
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4.6 stars from 5,347 reviews at London Heathrow AP T5.
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Our services at London Heathrow AP T5
SIXT Heathrow T5 Airport car hire
If you are travelling to London Heathrow airport (LHR), our Heathrow car hire branch is conveniently located only minutes from Terminal 5, so you can quickly pick up your car and be on your way. Our friendly SIXT team will help you find a car to suit your needs, whether you need a compact car for city driving, a premium saloon for families, a luxury convertible or a spacious minibus that can accommodate up to 9 passengers. Add bookable extras for a stress-free holiday to London, including a sat nav, child seats and additional drivers.
Explore London with SIXT car hire
If you choose to drive in the Central London zone from Heathrow, you will have to pay the congestion charge from Monday to Friday. Outside of London, there are plenty of exciting destinations for a day trip. Discover stately Windsor Castle, the university cities of Oxford and Cambridge, or the beach town of Brighton. With your own hire car, you can also drive to the iconic Cliffs of Dover, see the prehistoric marvel of Stonehenge or visit Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of Shakespeare.
Customer reviews & feedback
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Based on 5347 reviews
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Marie-Jo M.
5.0
Rupesh was very helpful at Heathrow check in . Sympathetic and friendly. He gave me a very good car in the category of suv. I was delighted with the driving of this hybrid car! I. I will definitely come back to rent from SIXT again from Heathrow. Thank you for the great service
Catherine P.
5.0
The best pick up experience - no waiting for a shuttle bus, just walk to the Sofitel at terminal 5. I also love the car scanner technology which makes it simple to objectively record the state of the vehicle in collection and return.
Yi R.
5.0
Extra flexible with the choice of cars. Allowed me to swap to a more satisfactory car during the rental.
*Our Customer Excitement Score is based on a survey sent to all customers who booked at London Heathrow AP T5. The score is an average of all customer responses.
Good to know when renting at London Heathrow AP T5
What's the minimum age to hire a car at London Heathrow AP T5?
To rent a car with SIXT at London Heathrow AP T5 you need to be at least 21 with a valid license. Some car categories have a higher minimum rental age, and an underage driver fee may apply.
Can I modify, extend, or cancel my reservation?
You can modify, extend, or cancel your reservation in London Heathrow AP T5 through your manage booking section or through the app.
What documents do I need to hire a car at London Heathrow AP T5?
You will need a full, valid driver's license along with a passport or identity card when picking up your car. More detailed information can be found in our rental information. These rules vary from country to country so please always check local regulations before making your travel arrangements.
Easily book a long-term rental at London Heathrow AP T5 by entering trip dates and pick-up/drop-off locations.
A damage waiver is included with your booking. You can add other protection products to reduce your excess.
You can add additional drivers to your booking as an optional extra.
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