Heathrow sees North America demand rise as World Cup boosts transatlantic travel

2026-07-13T08:37:00

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Heathrow welcomed stronger North American traffic in June, with World Cup travel contributing to higher passenger numbers and cargo volumes.

The airport says sustained international demand reinforces the need for expansion to strengthen UK connectivity and economic growth.

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