Stansted Airport Parking - FAQs

Yes, you can arrive early for your airport parking at Stansted, though this depends upon the provider. If you have pre-booked your parking, make sure you check the terms and conditions of your booking. Some providers allow you to arrive a few hours early without extra charges.

It's not a problem. All of the Stansted airport car parks will look after your car until you come back. When you arrive back at the car park, you'll be able to pay for the additional hours or days. These will be charged at the car park's local rate.

Depending upon the Stansted car park, you may have to park your own car, or your car may be parked for you. If you have booked Meet and Greet parking, you're required to leave your car keys with a professional driver who will park your car for you. If you'd rather keep your own keys, you can use Self Park or Park and Ride and park your own car.

Your booking confirmation acts as your receipt, with the credit/debit card number and price both displayed on it.

Yes, if you book your Stansted airport parking with Holiday Extras, thanks to Flextras, you can enjoy the freedom and flexibility to amend or cancel your booking should your travel plans change. You can easily re-book for another date.

On-airport Stansted Airport car parks are located within the airport grounds and transfers to the terminal are usually quick. Off-airport Stansted car parks are outside the airport grounds and require a transfer to and from the terminals. Our on-airport car parks include Official Long-Stay, Official Mid-Stay and Official Meet and Greet. Off-airport car parks include JetParks.

Stansted Airport car parks have security measures including CCTV, regular staff patrols, entry and exit barriers, fencing and lighting in place to keep your car safe.

At Stansted Airport, the differences between short-stay, mid-stay, and long-stay parking depend on the duration of your stay, the convenience you're after, and the cost. Here's a breakdown of the key differences:

Short-Stay Parking

• Location: Located within walking distance of the terminal.
• Ideal For: Dropping off or picking up passengers, short trips, or business travellers who need quick and easy access to the terminal.
• Cost: This is the most expensive parking option of the three.

Mid-Stay Parking

• Location: Located a bit further from the terminal compared to short-stay but closer than long-stay.
• Ideal For: Offering a balance between convenience and cost, this option is great if you're travelling for a few days. Shuttle services run frequently to and from the terminal.
• Cost: Cheaper than short-stay parking, but usually more expensive than long-stay.

Long-Stay Parking

• Location: Farthest from the terminal, often requiring a longer shuttle bus ride.
• Ideal For: The most budget-friendly option, this parking is great for longer stays, especially trips lasting several days to weeks.
• Cost: Generally the cheapest airport parking option of the three.

Yes, if you book with a trusted and reliable parking provider like Holiday Extras it's easy to book your Stansted airport parking in advance. In fact there are several reasons why booking your airport parking early is a great idea!

By booking in advance, you not only secure a parking space at a better rate than on-the-gate prices, but also give yourself time to compare options. Holiday Extras offers flexible booking options, including Holiday Extras Flextras with Free Cancellation, providing peace of mind with the ability to cancel or amend your booking if your travel plans change.

Yes, Stansted Airport offers electric vehicle (EV) parking. There are electric vehicle charging points available in the Mid-Stay and Short-Stay car parks. It's recommended to book your EV parking in advance to ensure availability. For further details please visit our airport electric car charging page.

Yes, if you book your Stansted airport parking with a competitive provider like Holiday Extras, you can save up to 75% off on-the-gate prices. Additionally, with a Stansted Airport Promo Code, you can save an extra 12% off your airport parking. Holiday Extras also offers a Never Beaten on Price* Guarantee, ensuring you won't find a cheaper deal (and we'll refund the difference if you do).

Yes, designed to make your transfer to the terminal as convenient and efficient as possible, there are shuttle services from the car parks to the terminal at Stansted Airport. Here are the details for different parking options:

• Official Long-Stay - Free shuttle buses operate frequently, typically every 15-20 minutes, and take around 10-15 minutes to reach the terminal.
• Official Mid-Stay - Shuttle buses run 24 hours a day every 10 minutes, and the journey to the terminal takes about 7 minutes.
• JetParks - Free shuttle buses operate regularly, and the travel time to the terminal is approximately 15 minutes.
• Short-Stay Parking - The Short Stay car parking options are within walking distance of the terminal, so no shuttle service is required.
• Meet & Greet Parking - Similar to Short-Stay car parking, you're within walking distance of the terminal, so no shuttle service is needed. With Meet and Greet parking you leave your vehicle with a professional driver who will park your car for you.