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Gear up for a smooth and successful East Midlands airport drop off with our comprehensive guide. We've gathered all the need-to-know info, including parking locations, charges, and payment methods.
East Midlands Airport Drop Off Summary
| Car Park | Duration | Price* |
|---|---|---|
| East Midlands Airport Short Stay 1 & 3 | 0 - 30 mins Up to 1 hr Up to 2 hrs |
£6.00 £8.00 £12.00 |
| East Midlands Airport Long Stay 2 | Up to 1 hr | FREE |
| East Midlands Airport Rapid Drop-Off | 0 - 15 mins Each min after |
£5.00 £1.00 |
Drop Off East Midlands Airport Options
East Midlands Airport Short Stay 1 & 3
📍 Located just a 1-5 minute walk away from the terminal, this prime location means your passengers can make their way to the check-in desks without any hassle.
💷 Prices start from £6.00 for a 30 minute stay. Payment can be made at any of the automatic ticket machines in and around the terminal buildng. Alternatively, take a token from the barrier on arrival and upon departure, insert your token into the barrier followed by a credit/debit card.
| East Midlands Airport Parking Charges - Short Stay 1 & 3 | |
|---|---|
| Duration | Price* |
| Up to 30 minutes | £6.00 |
| Up to 1 hour | £8.00 |
| Up to 2 hours | £12.00 |
| Up to 3 hours | £16.00 |
| Up to 24 hours | £45.00 |
| Up 2 days | £90.00 |
| Up to 3 days | £135.00 |
| Each additional day (or part thereof) | £45.00 |
♿ Disabled bays are available for Blue Badge holders in Short Stay 1. Park for FREE for up to 30 minutes.
East Midlands Airport Long Stay 2
📍 From the Long Stay 2 car park it's a 15 to 20 minute walk to the terminal building.
💷 If you're looking to avoid East Midlands airport drop off charges, and your passengers don't mind a slightly longer walk to the terminal, this is the car park for you. Parking is FREE for up to 1 hour. Please note: Overstay is charged at £1 per minute thereafter. Payment is taken on exit and is card only.
| East Midlands Airport Parking Charges - Long Stay 2 | |
|---|---|
| Duration | Price* |
| Up to 1 hour | FREE |
| Each minute thereafter | £1.00 |
East Midlands Airport Rapid Drop-Off
📍 The Rapid Drop Off lane is immediately adjacent to the terminal, alongside the Short Stay car park.
💷 Prices start from £5 for 15 minutes (then £1 per minute after).
| East Midlands Airport Parking Charges - Rapid Drop Off | |
|---|---|
| Duration | Price* |
| Up to 15 minutes | £5.00 |
| Each minute thereafter | £1.00 |
East Midlands Airport Parking Drop Off FAQs
Can I drop off for free at East Midlands Airport?
Yes, you can park for 1 hour for FREE in the Long Stay 2 car park at East Midlands airport.
Can I just drop off at East Midlands Airport?
If you want to drop off and go in the quickest amount of time, we'd recommend choosing the Rapid Drop Off option. Prices start from £5 for 15 minutes parking and is located just steps away from the check-in desks.
What is the postcode for East Midlands Airport drop off points?
The East Midlands airport drop off postcode is: DE74 2SA. Take a look at the full address of each car park below.
- East Midlands Airport Short Stay 1: Viscount Rd, Castle Donington, Derby, DE74 2SA
- East Midlands Airport Short Stay 3: Ambassador Rd, Castle Donington, Derby, DE74 2SA
- East Midlands Airport Long Stay 1: Vanguard Rd, Castle Donington, Derby, DE74 2SA
- East Midlands Airport Rapid Drop Off: Viscount Rd, Castle Donington, Derby, DE74 2SA
*All prices on this page are correct at time of writing and subject to change.