Drop Off & Pick Up Charges Birmingham Airport
Drop Off & Pick Up Charges at Birmingham Airport
Find the easiest ways to drop off or pick up passengers at Birmingham Airport, whether you're looking for a free option or the quickest access to the terminal.
Avoid unexpected charges by choosing the right parking option before you travel. Birmingham Airport offers a FREE Drop Off area for stays up to 10 minutes, with access to the terminal via a covered walkway or free shuttle bus. If you'd prefer to stop directly outside the terminal building, the Premium Set Down area is available from £7.00 for up to 15 minutes.
Birmingham Airport Drop-off and Pick-up Charges
| Location | Duration | Price* | Distance from the Terminal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drop Off (FREE option) | 0-10 mins 10-15 mins 15-20 mins 20-25 mins 25-30 mins 30-35 mins 35-40 mins 40-45 mins 45-50 mins 50-55 mins 55 mins - 1 hour Each extra 15 minutes thereafter |
FREE £6.00 £7.00 £13.00 £19.00 £25.00 £31.00 £37.00 £43.00 £49.00 £55.00 £7.00 |
5-10 minute walk |
| Premium Set Down | 0-15 mins 15-20 mins 20-25 mins 25-30 mins 30-35 mins 35-40 mins 40-45 mins 45-50 mins 50-55 mins 55-60 mins Each extra 15 minutes thereafter |
£7.00 £12.00 £18.00 £24.00 £30.00 £36.00 £42.00 £48.00 £54.00 £60.00 £7.00 |
1-minute walk |
Birmingham Airport Drop Off & Pick Up Options
Compare the available drop off and pick up options below to find the most convenient choice for your journey.
Birmingham Airport Drop Off
Birmingham Airport's Drop Off area is the best option if you're looking to avoid extra airport charges. Parking is free for up to 10 minutes, with the terminal accessible via a covered walkway in around 5 to 10 minutes. A free shuttle bus also runs regularly between the car park and the terminal building.
If you stay longer than the free 10-minute period, standard parking charges apply. The Drop Off area uses a barrierless ANPR system, meaning you won't receive a paper ticket on arrival. Your vehicle registration is recorded automatically and payment can be made online, via Autopay, or at the payment machines on-site.
Payments must be made by midnight the day after your visit to avoid receiving a Parking Charge Notice.
Special Assistance: Blue Badge holders can use designated disabled bays in the Drop Off area. Passengers requiring easier terminal access may prefer the Premium Set Down area directly outside the terminal building.
Premium Set Down
Located directly outside the terminal entrance, Premium Set Down is the quickest and most convenient way to drop off passengers at Birmingham Airport.
Ideal for families, passengers with reduced mobility, or travellers carrying lots of luggage, Premium Set Down costs £7.00 for stays up to 15 minutes.
Premium Set Down also operates using Birmingham Airport's ANPR barrierless system. There are no entry or exit barriers and no ticket is issued. Your vehicle registration is recorded automatically and payment must be completed online, via Autopay, or at a payment machine before the deadline.
Special Assistance passenger drop off and pick up: Blue Badge holders can use Premium Set Down free for up to 30 minutes, subject to Birmingham Airport's terms and conditions.
Birmingham Airport Pick Up
If you're collecting arriving passengers, Birmingham Airport recommends using Car Park 5. Located around a 5 to 10 minute walk from the terminal, it offers a more practical option for pick-ups than the Premium Set Down area, especially if flights are delayed or passengers need extra time collecting luggage.
Car Park 5 is designed for arrivals and longer stays, with automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) in operation and cashless payment machines available on-site. A free shuttle bus also runs between the terminal and the car park.
| Car Park 5 Pick Up Charges | Price* |
|---|---|
| Up to 1 hour | £12.00 |
| Up to 2 hours | £24.00 |
| Up to 4 hours | £48.00 |
| Up to 24 hours | £67.00 |
Unlike Premium Set Down, which is intended for quick drop-offs directly outside the terminal, Car Park 5 gives you more flexibility when meeting arriving passengers without the pressure of short-stay forecourt charges.
Birmingham Airport Drop-Off & Pick-Up Charges FAQs
Can you drop off someone for free at Birmingham Airport?Yes, Birmingham Airport's Drop Off area is free-of-charge for up to 10 minutes and is located within convenient access of the main terminal. The terminal can be reached via a covered walkway or by using the free shuttle bus.
Where is Birmingham Airport Drop Off?
Birmingham Airport's Drop Off car park is approximately a 5 to 10 minute walk from the main terminal via a covered walkway. Stays of up to 10 minutes are free, making it a useful option for dropping off passengers without paying the Premium Set Down charge. Please use the following postcode: B26 3QJ.
How much is Premium Set Down at Birmingham Airport?
Premium Set Down at Birmingham Airport costs £7.00 for stays up to 15 minutes. Prices increase the longer you stay, so it is best used for quick drop-offs directly outside the terminal building.
How do you pay for Premium Set Down parking at Birmingham Airport?
At Birmingham Airport Premium Set Down, payment is handled using a barrierless system with number plate recognition. You do not take a ticket. Your stay is recorded automatically and you can either register for Autopay, pay online after your visit, or use a payment machine on-site. If you do not pay within the allowed time, you may receive a Parking Charge Notice.
Where should you pick someone up at Birmingham Airport?
Birmingham Airport recommends Car Park 5 for picking up passengers. It is around a 5 to 10 minute walk from the terminal and tariffs start from £12.00 for up to 1 hour.
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*Prices correct at time of writing and are subject to change.
