Flying at Heathrow will cost ‘significantly more’ due to third runway bid (opens original article in a new tab)

Heathrow's third runway expansion is expected to significantly increase flight costs due to higher airline fees, according to an aviation expert, while the airport claims the project will ultimately lower fares through increased competition.

• Heathrow's third runway bid will increase airline fees, leading to higher flight costs
• CAA allows Heathrow to recover £320m from airline fees for expansion
• Heathrow claims expansion will reduce air fares through increased competition