Airport Prayer Rooms in the UK

Knowing where to pray at UK airports can reduce stress during travel. Here's a comprehensive guide.

Heathrow Airport


  • Terminals 2, 3, 4, 5 all have multi-faith prayer rooms

  • Located airside (after security)

  • Open 24/7 with wudu facilities

  • Qibla direction marked
  • Manchester Airport


  • Multi-faith room in Terminal 1 and 2

  • Wudu facilities available

  • Prayer mats provided
  • Birmingham Airport


  • Multi-faith room near departure gates

  • Wudu facilities

  • Qibla compass available at reception
  • London Gatwick


  • Multi-faith rooms in both North and South terminals

  • Airside and landside facilities
  • Tips

  • 1. Allow extra time before flights for prayer

  • 2. Carry a travel prayer mat as backup

  • 3. Download a Qibla compass app

  • 4. Some airports provide prayer timetables
  • Frequently Asked Questions