How do I track air cargo at Heathrow (LHR)?

Enter your AWB number in the tracker above. British Airways World Cargo (prefix 125), IAG Cargo, Qatar Airways Cargo (157), and Virgin Atlantic Cargo (932) are major carriers at LHR.

What cargo terminal handles my shipment at Heathrow?

Most general cargo is handled by WFS (Worldwide Flight Services) in the Heathrow Cargo Terminal area. British Airways and IAG operate their own dedicated facility. FedEx has a ramp handling operation at Heathrow, though express parcels often route via East Midlands.

How does UK customs clearance work at Heathrow?

Post-Brexit, all non-UK imports at LHR are processed by UK Border Force using the CHIEF or CDS customs declaration system. Standard clearance takes 1–3 days. HMRC-approved fast-track lanes can clear pre-lodged entries within hours of arrival.

What are free storage days for cargo at Heathrow?

Free storage at Heathrow cargo terminals is typically 2–3 days from aircraft arrival. After that, storage fees typically range from £0.08–0.25 per kg per day depending on the handler and commodity.

What is the ICAO code for Heathrow Airport?

The ICAO code for London Heathrow Airport is EGLL. The IATA code is LHR.

LHR CARGO TRACKING

London Heathrow Cargo Tracking (LHR)

Track air cargo and AWB shipments through London Heathrow Airport — the UK's largest air freight gateway.

Airport Facts & Figures

IATA Code

LHR

ICAO Code

EGLL

Location

London, United Kingdom

Annual Cargo

1.8 million tonnes

Cargo Terminals

Heathrow Cargo (WFS), British Airways World Cargo, IAG Cargo Terminal

Rank

#1 in UK, top 20 globally

How to Track Your Airport Shipment

Get your Air Waybill number

Your forwarder or airline will provide an AWB when your shipment is booked. British Airways World Cargo / IAG Cargo uses prefix 125, Qatar Airways Cargo uses 157, Virgin Atlantic Cargo uses 932.

Enter it above

Type or paste your AWB number into the tracking box. Trackora identifies the airline from the prefix and retrieves the latest cargo events.

Monitor your cargo through Heathrow

Track acceptance at LHR, flight departure, arrival at destination, and UK Border Force customs release status.

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