East Midlands Airport Parking
Cheap & Secure East Midlands Airport Parking Deals
Parking at East Midlands Airport is made easy with FHR. Pre-book your car parking space today to save money and guarantee your place to take the stress out of parking on the day of travel. Leave your car in a secure East Midland Airport approved car park for peace of mind. Parking to suit all budgets.
How much is East Midlands Parking
Our East Midlands Airport Parking options are listed below with guide prices for a week's parking. Click on a car parks name to find out more information about a specific service.
Midlands Parking Meet & Greet - non flex
Meet & GreetMidlands Parking Meet & Greet - flex
Meet & GreetMidlands Meet & Greet - ALL INCLUSIVE
Meet & GreetFHR Summer Special Meet & Greet
Meet & GreetJet Parks 1
Meet & GreetJet Parks Plus
Meet & GreetJet Parks 2
Meet & GreetShort Stay 3
Meet & GreetMid Stay 2
Meet & GreetMeet and Greet
Meet & GreetLong Stay 1
Meet & GreetMid Stay 1
Meet & GreetShort Stay 1
Meet & GreetLong Stay 2
Meet & GreetShort Stay 2
Meet & GreetEast Midlands Airport information
The airfield, originally RAF Castle Donnington was decommissioned after the Second World War in 1946. Local government then purchased the site in 1964 and the airfield was re-opened as East Midlands Airport to reflect the area that it served, with the first commercial passengers taking to the air in 1965.
Situated in Leicestershire close to Castle Donnington it is owned exclusively by MAG (Manchester Airports Group) the largest British-owned airport operator.
In 2015 it was the 11th busiest airport in the UK by passenger traffic, with 4.5 million passengers. A popular airport for travellers from the heart of England, it is an established hub for low-cost operators such as Jet2.com, Ryanair and Flybe as well as tour operators Thomson Airways and Thomas Cook Airlines.
How to Get to East Midlands Airport
East Midlands Airport is well connected with good road links to the M1, M42 and A50, putting it within an hour’s drive of major population centres in the heart of England.
For those using a sat nav the postcode for East Midlands Airport is DE74 2SA
Car Parking Options at East Midlands Airport
There are a number of car park options at the airport, including some in walking distance and some a bus ride away. For maximum convenience, there are also Meet and Greet services.
On-Airport Parking at East Midlands Airport
There are several car parks to choose, from the Long-stay car park to the Express Park and JetParks to the Short Stay car park. These car parks are all self-park with number plate recognition and you can keep your car keys. All parking at East Midlands Airport is operated by the airport.
Long Stay Parking at East Midlands Airport
There are a number of Long Stay car parks at East Midlands Airport, the closest being the Long-Stay 1, Long-Stay 2 and Long-Stay 3 which are approx. 5-7 minutes walk from the terminal.
Short Stay Parking at East Midlands Airport
For those who need to be closer there is the Express Park 2-3 minutes' walk or the closest option, the Short-stay car park which is just 1-2 minutes away.
Off-Airport Parking near East Midlands Airport
Also run by the airport, the cheaper budget options are all are a little further away, but you can use the free shuttle bus which takes approx. 5-7 minutes for the Long Stay 4 or Long Stay 5 car parks or 12-15 minute rise from Jetparks 1 and Jetparks 2.
Meet and Greet at East Midlands Airport
The airport also provides a Meet & Greet right next to the terminal for maximum convenience. Super for larger parties with children,those with large items of luggage like skis etc. and for anyone with mobility difficulties.
Hotels with parking at East Midlands Airport
The Radisson Blu Hotel at East Midlands Airport is a chic, contemporary airport hotel just off the M1 motorway beside the airport. They offer convenient inclusive parking near the terminal building for guests, plus an airport shuttle service to the terminal.
Among hotels a little further away, is the Hilton Hotel which is just a 5 minute drive to the terminal. Both these hotels have leisure facilities including a swimming pool, ideal for amusing the children.
East Midlands Airport Departure Lounge
You will find all the usual airport facilities, eateries include Frankie and Benny's. Burger King and Flat White Coffee Club, or have a pre-flight drink in Castle Rock.
Drop into the World duty free for a tax-free shopping before your flight, or in one of the other outlets including Dixons, Boots and Superdrug as well WH Smith where there's still time to pick up your last minute holiday needs.
Within the terminal there is up to 60 minutes free WiFi, and other services include a bureau de change, cash dispensers, toilets, a prayer room and baby changing rooms.
East Midlands Airport Lounge
Book an executive lounge to get away from the hustle and bustle and have a peaceful start to your journey no matter which airline you are flying with.
East Midlands Airport has the Escape Lounge where a complimentary buffet is available with a variety of hot and cold snacks as well as the bar, which is well stocked with an assortment of alcoholic drinks such as wines (including prosecco), beer and spirits, alongside tea, coffee, soft drinks and fresh fruit juices. Premium drinks can be purchased for that special occasion.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I cancel or amend my parking booking at East Midlands Airport?
Non-flexible bookings cannot be amended or cancelled. Flexible bookings can be amended without incurring an amendment fee, however, if the amendment results in a price increase (e.g. a date change), you will be required to pay the additional amount.
How can I get the best price for parking at East Midlands Airport?
Be sure to book in at least 24 hours advance with FHR in order to get the best possible price for parking at East Midlands Airport.
What are the different types of parking options at East Midlands Airport?
There are five different types of parking options at East Midlands Airport to suit any passenger, whether you’re looking for convenience or affordability – there’s Meet & Greet, Short Stay, Mid Stay, Long Stay, and Jetparks.
How do I find my car park at East Midlands Airport?
Once you’ve booked with us, we will send a booking confirmation by email detailing the car park and your parking space to ensure you’ll find it when you arrive.
What are the security measures for parking at East Midlands Airport?
East Midlands Airport car parks have implemented excellent security measures across their parking facilities, including security gates, regular security patrols, CCTV, high-security fencing, and food-lit parking bays.
How far is the terminal from each car park at East Midlands Airport?
The most convenient car park is Meet & Greet – it’s a 1-2 minute walk from the airport. The Short Stay car park is under 5 minutes walking time, The Mid Stay car park is around a 7-minute walk, the Long Stay is a 5-minute bus journey away while Jetparks is 15 minutes.
What if I have an electric vehicle at East Midlands Airport?
Unfortunately, there are no current EV charging ports at East Midlands Airport. However, you can find them at Donnington Park Services – which is just 1.7 miles from the terminal.
Can I park overnight at East Midlands Airport?
All car parks at East Midlands Airport let you park overnight. Book in advance with FHR to get the best deal.
What if I arrive earlier or later than my booked time at East Midlands Airport?
If you arrive up to an hour earlier or later than this time, no need to worry – you do not need to amend your booking. If you are having a meet and greet service, you need to book the time you want to be met at the airport.
Can I book a parking space at East Midlands Airport in advance?
Yes, you can book a parking space at East Midlands Airport in advance – book with FHR today to secure your space at the best possible price.
What is the cheapest parking at East Midlands Airport?
The cheapest parking at East Midlands Airport is the Jetparks car park. This parking solution is pre-booking only. If you don’t pre-book, you’ll find yourself paying nearly quadruple the price for a week’s stay.
How much does it cost to park for a day at East Midlands Airport?
The daily cost of parking at East Midlands Airport starts at £43.
How much does a week of parking cost at East Midlands Airport?
The cost of parking at East Midlands Airport starts from £43.99 a week.
East Midlands Airport Parking Reviews
4.8 out of 5
Based on 25 reviews
Would book again
Dave
Easy to book online. Directions given were clear and concise. Reception personnel professional and accomplished.
Mrs E Nicholson
Very efficient and convenient
Doel
Excellent service.
Peter christie
brilliant service as always
Paula
Very shocked to arrive only to be told we had to pay on entry and also on exit which amounted to an extra £12 on top of the booking for no real additional service. I could have paid less and parked in the next car park to walk the same distance.
Craig
Just brilliant service
Harpham
Great service,easy to use and will be using the same in April.Brilliant
Ewa
Excellent
Paul Chaplin
Great service & price
Pat Gay
signage in the car park could be better. we didn't see the information about the bus or directions to the bus stop until we were already struggling with our cases along the road!
Alan P
Very easy to book parking on the internet
Alan Hobin
Went really well on both parking and collecting our car . On collecting probably the quickest we’ve ever experienced !
Mrs R Knight
Easily booked on line. We had to drive around a bit to find a space but found one eventually. The buses to the departures were every few minutes and readily available both ways. around a bit to find a space but
Mr A MILLER.
Easy hassle-free parking close to the airport with regular shuttle service, I would use this parking again.
Kevin Ryan
Spaces slightly narrow due to unsupervised parking probably
Sue
Great secure parking
Paul Hodgson
All good, friendly efficient staff.
Tim Roberts
Great service. We're there to meet us as agreed. In fact we were a little late a received a phone call to say they were there and had we any issues. Came with me and advised how to use the car park machine. On arrive late at night we were advised to stay in the terminal for 15 mins or so as it was very cold outside and they didn't want us stood around outside whilst our car arrived. Again took to the pay station and talked through what we needed to do. All the guys were very polite (on the phone and face to face) and nothing seemed too much trouble. Highly recommended.
Michael Naylor
Worked exactly as advertised
Kevin
After arriving 20 minutes early tried for over 1 hour to get in contact with with someone to return my car End up calling the police. Then after about an other 20 minutes of calling eventually got a response and got my car back! After calling head office next day ended up emailing them. Received an email back saying that the phone network was down,and has a gesture of good faith they paid me back £15 I was happy with the amount just disappointing that they didn’t put someone on site with a walkie-talkie to cover the returning flights until the noble networks were back up again.
Steve
Excellent Service
Alan Aggett
Easy to book, easy to find and a great price
Alan
Excellent service. Prompt return of car.
S Winslow
Great experience at East Midlands. Easy drop off and pick up.
Stocks
Easy friendly and helpful staff.Easy pickup on return.