Holding the Euro 2025 trophy, skipper Leah Williamson was the first player to emerge from the plane, walking down the stairs of the gangway alongside head coach Sarina Wiegman.
The whole squad – dressed in tracksuits and their winner’s medal – then joined them on the tarmac, posing for a photograph in front of the plane.
About an hour later, by now dressed in England’s official tailored clothing line, the players emerged from the terminal and walked to their coaches in front of the crowd of fans.
Williamson again held the trophy as she walked past the supporters.
The Lionesses and their support staff arrived at Downing Street shortly before 19:00 for the reception.
They posed for another photograph on the steps of No 10, which had been decorated with red-and-white St George’s flags.
Speaking earlier, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said: “The Lionesses have once again captured the hearts of the nation.”