Short Stay Airport Parking
Perfect for business trips or mini breaks. Find the best Short Stay parking deals at East Midlands Airport and book your space today.
What is Short Stay?
When you’re only going away for a few days, you need parking that’s quick, easy, and fuss-free.
At East Midlands Airport we offer Short Stay parking next to the terminal – so you can park close by, wherever you’re flying from.
Booking your parking space is easy, too. Just click the button below, enter your travel details, and we’ll recommend a Short Stay parking space for you.
Prices from £47.99 (4 day stay in November 2025)
Free cancellation
Get your money back - No questions asked. T&Cs apply.
Walk to the terminal
Short Stay car parks are right next to the terminal, it's just a 1-5 minute walk to check-in
Safe and secure
Security is our top priority, that’s why we’ve been awarded the Park Mark® for safer parking
Limited availability
Pre-book to guarantee a space in one our most popular car parks
Plans changed? No problem – cancel and get your money back
Free cancellation up to 72 hours before your booking, when you book directly with East Midlands Airport
FREE cancellation up to 72 hours before your booking – no questions asked
Add Cancellation Protection to cancel up to 1 hour before your booking
Full cash refund – no vouchers or credit notes
Easily amend or cancel your booking online
Be confident your vehicle is safe and secure
All of the car parks at East Midlands Airport have been awarded the prestigious Park Mark. So you can be confident your car is safe and secure while you’re away.
How does Short Stay parking work?
Say goodbye to stressful planning and parking with these 4 simple steps:
Book in advance: Short Stay 1 and Short Stay 3 are available for Turn Up & Park. Short Stay 2 is available to pre-book only.
Park up: Our Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) system will recognise your vehicle and open the barrier (if your car park has barrierless entry, just drive straight through). Find a space, park up, and lock your vehicle.
Walk to the terminal: No need for a shuttle bus. All the Short Stay car parks are in easy walking distance to the terminal, for a quick route to check-in.
When you return: Find your vehicle right where you left it. The ANPR system will recognise your number plate and open the barrier again when you leave, so you can just drive away.
Where is Short Stay parking located?
There are three Short Stay car parks at East Midlands airport, all located right next to the terminal. In less than 5 minutes you’ll be at check-in.
Directions to Short Stay parking
Short Stay 1
Short Stay 2
Short Stay 3
Short Stay 1
Short Stay 1 postcode: DE74 2SA
Exit the M1 or A42 onto the A453.
Follow the road until you reach the main entrance to the airport.
Turn right into the airport.
At the roundabout, take your second exit going straight on towards the airport and Short Stay 1.
The entrance to Short Stay 1 will be on your immediate left.
Short Stay 2
Short Stay 2 postcode: DE74 2SA
Exit the M1 or A42 onto the A453.
Follow the road until you reach the main entrance to the airport.
Turn right into the airport.
At the roundabout, take your first exit.
At the second roundabout go straight on and take the first right turning into the Short Stay 2 car park.
Short Stay 3
Short Stay 3 postcode: DE74 2SA
Exit the M1 or A42 onto the A453.
Follow the road until you reach the main entrance to the airport.
Turn right into the airport.
At the roundabout, take the first exit.
Carry on following the road and at the third roundabout take the first exit (left) and turn left again into the Short Stay 3 car park.
3 benefits of booking official Short Stay parking
Book official Short Stay parking directly with East Midlands Airport and save:
Time: Our easy-to-use online booking system lets you book your parking in minutes.
Money: Just enter a couple of details and our system suggests the best price for your requirements.
Stress: With the Park Mark award for safety and security, you can go on your trip with total peace of mind.
Our other airport car parks
From £79.00
(8 days)
Drop your car off outside the terminal and we'll park it for you
- 1-2 minute walk
- Safe & Secure, Park mark accredited
From £46.99
(8 days)
Cheap airport parking, great if you're staying for a week or two
- 12 - 15 minute transfer
- Safe & Secure, Park mark accredited
- Suitable for overheight, or larger vehicles
- Pre-book only
From £64.99
(8 days)
Value-for-money parking within walking distance of the terminal
- 6 - 7 minutes walk
- Safe & Secure, Park mark accredited
- Blue Badge parking available
- Turn-Up & Park
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