Customer reviews for Heathrow Parking

We invite all our customers to leave us feedback and a rating for their experience having booked parking at Heathrow Airport. Below are a few examples- for our full archive of reviews please visit our dedicated Heathrow parking reviews page.

Directions you provided to the correct floor level for “off site meet and greet “parking at Heathrow were not clear. Had to exit the car park and re-enter to get to the correct level. The staff were very helpful and the parking process was vey quick and efficient. On arrival back at Heathrow, I had a call telling me the car was ready before I had a chance to phone. Would use this service again.

Mrs Henderson, 08 Sep, 2021 (5 out of 5)

Long stay car parking with Purple at Heathrow. Service very good, quick and efficient. I think we just missed a bus because waiting 25 minutes for a bus was a little too long with kids but otherwise service was excellent.

Mr Denman, 02 Sep, 2021 (4 out of 5)

Every detail was just as expected. Good directions to finding the Purple Parking bays at Heathrow Terminal 5 on level 4 short stay parking. Could have been confusing otherwise. Staff were great!

Mrs Constant, 31 Aug, 2021 (5 out of 5)

Purple Parking Meet and Greet

A really efficient service. I managed to leave my phone in my car and was allowed back just before security to see if I could retrieve it. Purple parking had found it and brought it back to Heathrow in about 30 mins. Would definitely recommend them.

Mrs Halliday, 30 Aug, 2021 (5 out of 5)

Purple Parking Meet and Greet

An almost perfect experience. We used the Valet Parking at Heathrow Terminal 5. We phoned 15 minutes before arrival and left the car in the Short Stay Car Park and phoned again when we were in the baggage hall on our return. When we got to the car park, our car was waiting for us. The only issue was that there was poor signage to show where the Purple Parking area was and we had to ask one of the other companies.

Mr Antill, 06 Aug, 2021 (5 out of 5)

Short Stay parking at Heathrow Airport

Heathrow has a designated drop-off zone allowing you to take loved ones to the airport, however, you are not permitted to pick passengers up outside any of the 5 terminals at Heathrow.

Picking-up at Heathrow: If you're picking up passengers at Heathrow you should use the Short Stay car parks at each of the terminals. The Short Stay prices are listed below.

Heathrow Short stay Parking Prices*
Up to 30 minutes £3.80 4 - 5 hours £22.00
30 minutes - 1 hour £7.00 5 - 6 hours £27.60
1 - 2 hours £11.30 6 - 9 hours £40.30
2 - 3 hours £13.90 9 - 12 hours £52.00
3 - 4 hours £18.00 12 - 24 hours £59.50

*Prices are correct at time of writing and subject to change.

Alternatively the Long Stay car park is free for 2 hours. It is worth noting that re-entry to Heathrow Long Stay Parking is prohibited within 24 hours.

Dropping-off at Heathrow: There are designated drop-off zones at all terminals. Follow the signs for departures and use the outside lane for drop-offs. This will help traffic move more smoothly. Heathrow can get very busy, so if you'd prefer a less hurried farewell, you'd be best to use the Short Stay car park.

If you need to park for any period over 2 hours, our Long Stay car park prices start as low as £10.41 per day.

Terminal 4 Short Stay Peak Tariffs

Short Stay car park has slightly increased rates for peak times of the day. If you are expecting to park between 6am - 8am and 6.30pm - 8.30pm you should bring a few extra pennies.

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Heathrow Airport Parking - FAQs

How much does it cost to park at Heathrow airport?

Our fantastic Heathrow Parking deals start from only £6.75 per day or £53.99.Our prices are subject to fluctuations throughout the year and are dependent on the type of parking you're after, but if you book in advance you can save up to 50%!

What is the best parking at Heathrow?

To help find the best parking at Heathrow airport for your travel needs, check out our Quick Recommendations. Whether you're looking for cheap Heathrow parking like Purple Parking, the most convenient package, such as a Meet and Greet like Maple Parking or want to filter by terminal, you'll find the best options available.

How can I get cheap parking at Heathrow?

Take a look at our top 3 tips on how to bag cheap airport parking at Heathrow.

    1. Book in advance. The earlier you book, the better the availability and so the cheaper the price. You can save up to 50% when you pre-book with Holiday Extras.
    2. Choose Park and Ride package. This type of airport parking at Heathrow boasts the cheapest prices throughout the year.
    3. Sign up to our email offers. Enjoy deals and discounts of up to 15% on Heathrow parking, delivered straight to your inbox.

How much is long term parking at Heathrow?

Long term parking from Heathrow starts from just £42.95 p/w with Purple Parking Park and Ride.

How long can you stay in the Short Stay car park at Heathrow?

Short Stay parking at Heathrow is recommended for stays up to 5 hours, but you can of course stay for up to 24 hours or more, but this is very costly. Please see the above table for the hourly Short Stay tariffs. You can alternatively park in the Long Stay car park for free for 2 hours, too.

Do you have to pay to drop off at Heathrow?

Dropping passengers off at Heathrow is free if you are doing so at the terminal forecourts. Waiting is not permitted for security reasons, so if you want to have longer dropping off your passenger(s), there is free parking at Heathrow Long Stay car park for up to 2 hours.

Can I drop off at Terminal 3 Heathrow?

You can drop passengers off for free at Terminal 3 Heathrow in the forecourt, however as with the other terminals waiting is not allowed. If you would like more time to drop off, park for free for up to 2 hours at the Heathrow Long Stay car park.

How much does it cost to park at Heathrow Terminal 3?

Our current cheapest Heathrow Terminal 3 parking offer is Blue Circle Parking Meet and Greet T3 with 1 week's parking for £99.00.* *Price correct at the time of writing.

How much is parking at Heathrow Terminal 4?

Our current cheapest Terminal 4 parking deal is the Purple Parking Park and Ride T4 which is £8.37 per day, or £66.95 per week*. It is 1 mile from the airport via a 5 minute bus transfer.*Price correct at the time of writing.

Is there a pick up point at Terminal 5 Heathrow?

As Heathrow Airport does not permit picking up passengers from outside any of the five terminals, you need to use the Short Stay car parks instead. For Terminal 5 pick ups, you can use the Fast Track / Overheight Vehicles entrance on the ground floor Short Stay Car Park 5. It costs £12.50 for up two hours. You can also use the Long Stay car park instead, which is free for 2 hours.

How do I book parking at Heathrow?

To book your Heathrow Airport parking, scroll to the top of the page and enter your dates of travel. Select the type of parking which best suits your journey - convenient meet & greet or budget-friendly park and ride - to make your booking.

Parking at Heathrow Terminals

Heathrow airport has 4 terminals now that terminal 1 has closed. We have a choice of car parks serving all the other terminals and this is which car park serves what terminal is clearly labelled on our quotes page as well as the procedures being explained. Have a read of the services available or just select your terminal before you click 'search' for our quotes.

Terminal 5 parking at Heathrow is within walking distance of the Sofitel Short Stay, or for the utmost in convenience why not try a Meet and Greet at Heathrow Terminal 5 offer, like Blue Circle Parking or Meteor, and have your car parked for you. For those who are watching their budget, there are also several Park and Ride services available - including the Maple Manor Business Park and Ride.

Heathrow parking at terminal 4 is served by several Meet and Greet operators, including Purple Parking and Good to Go. As above, there is also a Park and Ride service available - for terminal 4 this is with Purple Parking.

Heathrow parking at terminal 3 is served by the same Meet and Greet and Park and Ride operators as terminal 4. In addition, terminal 3 also offers Purple Parking Park and Ride Plus - a park and ride service where your car is brought back to you at the terminal, so you can make a speedy exit from the airport.

Heathrow parking at terminal 2 has the same variety of Meet and Greet and Park and Ride packages as terminal 3 - just make sure you select the appropriate terminal when making your choice.

All the information! Everything.

For more information visit our Heathrow airport parking sitemap. We also have helpful information about Heathrow airport including terminal details, shopping and security.

Heathrow Meet and Greet parking

We have two options for Heathrow Valet Parking and Heathrow Meet and Greet parking. Valet and Meet and Greet generally describe a very similar service, although it can vary slightly between providers. It is the ultimate in convenience: all you have to do is meet the driver at the terminal you are flying from. Your car is then driven to a secured compound for the duration of your holiday. When you arrive back at the airport after your holiday, your car will be waiting for you near the terminal. Take a look at the Meet and Greet options on the Overview tab or search for your dates in the form at the top of this page.

Top tip

Instead of a stressful battle with the rush-hour traffic on the morning of your flight, why not treat yourself to one of our Heathrow hotels with parking? Our great deals can often work out cheaper than booking parking alone. Also, have you considered a pass for one of the Heathrow airport lounges? It's cheaper than you might think and can actually save you money on confectionaries at the airport.

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