economicMay 11, 2026

Heathrow passenger numbers dip as demand for international travel ebbs amid Iran war fallout

Summary

The number of passengers flying from London Heathrow fell last month, as war in the Middle East weighed on demand for international travel. About 6.7 million people flew through the airport in April, a 5% drop compared with the same period last year.

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Lauren AlmeidaBy Lauren Almeida
The number of passengers flying from London Heathrow fell last month, as war in the Middle East weighed on demand for international travel. About 6.7 million people flew through the airport in April, a 5% drop compared with the same period last year. The fall reflected the impact…

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