How to choose the best car parking option for you
If you’re driving to the airport and want to leave your car with us while you’re away, we offer a range of car parks to suit different needs. We want your visit to East Midlands Airport to run smoothly from start to finish, so that includes keeping your car safe and secure.
To choose the best parking option, and to check where to drop off and pick up your loved ones, read our handy guide below to guarantee a hassle-free - and budget-friendly - experience.
You can save money if you book early, so make sure to arrange your airport parking as soon as you can. As well as getting the best available price, it’s also likely to guarantee your space in the car park.
Even if you’re being whisked away on a last-minute trip, pre-booking your car park before you get to the airport will get you a noticeable discount compared with on-the-day pricing. Just remember to keep your booking confirmation handy in case you need it to enter the car park.
If you’re planning to be away for more than a week or more, Long Stay parking and JetParks can work out to be significantly cheaper. Simply park up and a regular free shuttle bus will take you and your luggage to the terminal.
Mid Stay parking is located just a few minutes' walk from the terminal, so it is ideal for trips for up to one week. For business trips and mini breaks of just a few days, there are three great Short Stay car parks right next to the terminal.
If you want to save time and stress, try Meet & Greet parking where one of our drivers will park your vehicle for you, so you can head straight to check-in.
Waking up in the early hours and worrying about getting to the airport on time can be stressful - especially if you have an early flight. Booking an overnight stay at one of the nearby airport hotels can make things so much easier.
With fantastic stay and park bundles available all year round, you can take to the skies feeling rested and relaxed, knowing you’ve got a great deal.
If you’ve decided not to go with one of our official parking options, and prefer to shop around, a number of third-party parking operators offer drop-and-go or park-and-ride services to the terminal doorstep.
However, it’s important to always remain cautious when entrusting your vehicle’s safety to strangers while you’re away. If you plan to use a third-party parking provider, always do your research before leaving your vehicle in their care and take a note of your car’s mileage before you hand over the keys. Government-recognised schemes like Park Mark will identify legitimate and trustworthy operators, and you can check reviews from previous customers on trusted platforms like Google and Trustpilot.
If you have an electric vehicle and are booking our Meet & Greet service, please remember to bring your keys or key card - even if your vehicle has keyless entry! And don’t forget to charge before you arrive, especially if you’ll be away for more than a few days, as some vehicle functions use small amounts of battery, even when parked.
If you’d rather not drive to the airport, you could ask someone to drop you off. Our Rapid Drop zone is outside the terminal door and costs £5 for stays of less than 15 minutes. If you think you may need extra time to unload your belongings and say your goodbyes but haven’t booked, use our Turn Up and Park options instead.
You can book our Short Stay or Mid Stay car parks when picking up or dropping off. Automatic ticket machines for payment can be found in and around the terminal building. Alternatively, insert your ticket into the exit barrier followed by a credit/debit card.
For stays over an hour, we suggest you book in advance to get the best East Midlands Airport parking prices.
If you are picking up passengers who are returning from their holiday, there’s no parking available on the terminal forecourts. Our Short Stay car parks are the best places to park and are within walking distance of every terminal at Manchester Airport. You can enjoy a drink and a snack while you wait and can keep an eye on arrival times with our live tracking information.
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