East Midlands Airport Parking
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The best East Midlands Airport parking prices from real experts at Purple Parking.
We at Purple Parking are experts in airport parking, providing a secure and efficient service to take the hassle out of your journey. We make your travel easy - all while saving you up to 70%!
We can offer you a range of secure car park options at East Midlands Airport, all located either at the airport or within a 3.5 mile radius of the airport's main terminal and including popular providers such as Jetparks, as well as official parking from East Midlands Airport themselves. Browse our Park & Ride services and Meet & Greet options to find the perfect option for you.
⚡ Most Recommended ⚡
Best for: budget-friendly East Midlands Airport parking with reliable transfers
JetParks 1
is a popular choice for travellers looking for affordable parking close to East Midlands Airport. With secure parking, regular shuttle transfers to the terminal and competitive prices, it offers a simple and convenient way to start your journey while keeping travel costs down, making it ideal for both short breaks and longer holidays.
✔ Regular transfers to East Midlands Airport terminal
✔ Secure parking with monitored facilities
✔ Excellent value for holidays and longer stays
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Compare Parking at East Midlands Airport
| All Parking at East Midlands Airport | |||
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| EMA Car Park | Per Day* | Per Week* | Distance |
| Jetparks 2 | £5.50 | £43.99 | 8 minute transfer |
| Jetparks 1 | £5.85 | £46.79 | 10 minute transfer |
| Long Stay Car Park 1 | £7.00 | £55.99 | 5 minute transfer |
| Short Stay Car Park 2 | £7.00 | £55.99 | 3-5 minute walk |
| Mid Stay 3 Car Park | £8.12 | £64.99 | 7 minute walk |
| Mid Stay Car Park 1 | £8.37 | £66.99 | 3-5 minute walk |
| Mid Stay Car Park 2 | £8.37 | £66.99 | 3-5 minute walk |
| Short Stay Car Park 3 | £8.62 | £68.99 | 5-7 minute walk |
| Short Stay Car Park 1 | £9.38 | £75.00 | 2 minute walk |
| Meet & Greet | £9.38 | £75.00 | Drop off at terminal |
*All prices correct at time of writing and subject to change.
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East Midlands Airport Parking Spotlight
Find out a little more about three of our favourite parking options at East Midlands Airport, whether you're looking for the best value, the shortest transfer, or the ultimate convenience.
JetParks 1
For travellers looking to keep costs down, JetParks 1 is one of the most popular choices at East Midlands Airport. Combining competitive prices with secure parking and regular transfers to the terminal, it's a great option for holidaymakers and anyone planning a longer trip. Reliable, affordable and easy to use, JetParks 1 consistently delivers excellent value.
Long Stay 1
Long Stay 1 offers the perfect balance between convenience and value. Located close to the terminal, it provides quick access to the airport while still offering competitive prices. It's an ideal choice for travellers who want a straightforward parking experience with minimal fuss before heading off on their journey.
Meet & Greet
If convenience is your priority, East Midlands Meet & Greet is hard to beat. Simply drive to the designated drop-off area, hand your keys to a professional driver and walk straight to check-in. With no need to search for a parking space or catch a transfer bus, it's a premium parking option that's particularly popular with families, business travellers and anyone wanting a smooth start to their trip.
East Midlands Airport Parking Services
Our services at East Midlands Airport offer great value for money and make travelling easier. We're an established company with on-the-ground experts, so you know you're in safe hands with whichever parking option you decide is best for you!
As well as constantly reviewing our pricing to make sure you get the best deal, we also carry out stringent checks to ensure that the service provided is of the highest standard.
But what's the difference between a Park & Ride and Meet & Greet package?
Compare Meet & Greet and Park & Ride
| Park & Ride | Meet & Greet | |
|---|---|---|
| Why should I choose this type of service? | Offers the best prices | Faster and more convenient |
| What is the distance from the airport? | Either up to a ten minute transfer or brief walk | Meet your driver at the terminal itself |
| Do I keep my keys? | It depends on the service you book. Check the details. | No, you'll be required to - hand your keys over to the driver |
| What do your prices start at? | £43.99 | £75 |
| What security does the car park have? | 24/7 CCTV and security patrols | 24/7 CCTV and security patrols |
| How many options do you have? | 9 | 1 |
| Which car park do you recommend? | Jetparks 2 | Official Meet & Greet |
Meet and Greet
⚡ East Midlands Official Meet & Greet ⚡
Best for: premium East Midlands Airport parking with maximum convenience
East Midlands Meet & Greet
makes airport parking effortless by allowing you to drive directly to the designated drop-off area near the terminal, hand your keys to a professional driver and head straight to check-in. Your vehicle will be parked securely while you're away and returned to you on your arrival, making it an excellent choice for travellers who want a smooth, stress-free start and finish to their journey.
✔ Convenient meet and greet service close to the terminal
✔ No transfer buses or off-site parking required
✔ Secure parking with professional drivers
With a Meet and Greet package, travelling is so easy. All you need to do is...
- Head to the terminal: Take yourself directly to the terminal entrance where a chauffeur from East Midlands Airport Meet and Greet will be waiting.
- Hand over your keys: They will collect your vehicle and take it to the secure car park where it will stay for the duration of your trip.
- Relax!: Your car is in good hands, so don't worry about a thing as you jet off.
- Collect your car when you return: call the car park as soon as possible after landing and a chauffeur will be waiting to hand your vehicle back to you.
Park and Ride
⚡ Park & Ride – Smart Savings for East Midlands Airport ⚡
Best for:
✔ Budget-conscious travellers
✔ Longer holidays and extended stays
✔ Anyone looking for low-cost airport parking
Park & Ride parking at East Midlands Airport is a practical choice for travellers who want dependable parking at a great price. Simply leave your car in a secure car park and take the included shuttle transfer to the terminal, allowing you to enjoy a straightforward start to your trip. With competitive rates, regular transfers and trusted security measures, Park & Ride remains one of the best-value parking options available for both leisure and business travellers.
When you use a Park and Ride service at East Midlands Airport, you will need to...
- Head to your chosen car park: Head to your chosen Park and Ride service at East Midlands Airport using the details on your booking confirmation.
- Park and check in: Park your car either in a parking spot or in the arrival bay (details of what to expect will be in the product details as you book). If you need to check in, head to the car park's reception - you may need also to hand your keys over at this point depending on the service.
- Head to the terminal: Hop on the free shuttle for a super speedy transfer, or make the short walk to the terminal depending on whether your chosen car park is close enough.
- Relax!: You can head off on your trip knowing your car is safely parked for your time away.
- Shuttle back on return: When you return, catch the shuttle from the terminal back to the car park to collect your car or make the walk back. Easy!
Our Park and Ride services at East Midlands Airport are operated by:
⚡ Highly Recommended Short Stay Parking ⚡
Best for: convenient East Midlands Airport parking within walking distance of the terminal
Short Stay Car Park 2
is a great option for travellers who want the convenience of parking close to East Midlands Airport without relying on transfer buses. Located just a short walk from the terminal, it offers secure on-airport parking and quick access to check-in, making it ideal for business travellers, short breaks and family holidays where saving time and reducing hassle are top priorities.
✔ Just a short walk from the terminal
✔ Secure on-airport parking
✔ Ideal for short breaks, business trips and family holidays
East Midlands Drop Off and Pick Up Charges
Quick Summary
✔ Rapid Drop Off is located directly outside the East Midlands Airport terminal
✔ Rapid Drop Off costs £5 for up to 15 minutes
✔ Short Stay 1 is the closest option for passenger pick-ups
✔ Long Stay 2 offers up to 60 minutes free parking
✔ Free shuttle buses run between Long Stay 2 and the terminal
East Midlands Airport offers several convenient options for dropping off and collecting passengers, ranging from the terminal-front Rapid Drop Off area to free parking in Long Stay 2.
| Rapid Drop Off - Drop Off Only at the Terminal | |||||
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The Rapid Drop Off zone is located directly outside the terminal and is intended for quick drop-offs only. The area now operates a barrierless system using automatic number plate recognition (ANPR). Payment must be made online or by phone by midnight the day after your visit. Vehicles can remain for a maximum of 30 minutes before a parking charge notice may be issued.
| Short Stay 1 Car Park - Pick Up & Drop Off | |||||
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Short Stay 1 is ideal if you'd like to accompany passengers into the terminal or meet arriving travellers. Blue Badge holders can park free of charge for up to 30 minutes in the designated bays.
| Long Stay 2 - Free Pick Up & Drop Off | |||||
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Long Stay 2 provides the airport's free drop off and pick up option. Parking is free for up to one hour, and a complimentary shuttle bus connects the car park with the terminal. Blue Badge holders can also park free of charge for up to 60 minutes.
*Charges are correct at the time of writing but may change. Please check the East Midlands Airport website before travelling for the latest prices and payment information.
East Midlands Airport Extras
East Midlands Airport Hotel and Parking
Booking a holiday and all the little extras that come with it can be hard work. So, if you could take some of the steps out of the process, wouldn't you jump at the chance? Here at Purple Parking, we can offer East Midlands Airport Hotels with parking. Avoid the 3am rush to the airport, get a good night's sleep, and your parking sorted all in one easy booking. You simply need to enter your travel dates once and we will show you all the available hotel and parking packages.
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| Premier Inn ★★★ |
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| Radisson Blu ★★★★ |
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| Holiday Inn Express ★★★ |
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| Travelodge ★★★ |
Airport Transfers
Planning a holiday and trying to get everything ticked off your to-do list? You're in the right place! Not only can you book your East Midlands airport parking here at Purple Parking, but you can also sort your airport transfers for when you land at your destination airport as well. You will start your holiday as smoothly as possible when you book with us, because we compare only the must trusted transfer providers globally, and offer a huge selection of shared and private resort transfer options available at the very best prices. In fact, prices start from as low as £5 per person one way, so make your search now to get your transfer booking underway and secure a fantastic deal.
Airport Lounges
If you're going all out with your airport extras and are looking for that extra touch of something luxurious for your holiday, consider a airport lounge. With an airport lounge, you can escape the hustle and bustle of the Departures area and head to a little oasis of peace and calm instead. Enjoy plenty of comfortable seating, hot and cold food, a range of drinks, reading material, free WiFi and more.
Customer Reviews of East Midland Airport Parking
Easy to use parking
Ms Mahon - ★★★★★
Satisfied yet again.
Betty - ★★★★★
Did exactly as instructed and everything went smoothly, can't fault service, highly recommended.
Have used PP in the past and will use again.
Mr Lingard - ★★★★★
Meet and Greet parking at East Midlands was a dream. Both depart and arrival processes were efficient and the staff very helpful and courteous. Just another great experience with Purple Parking
Mr Keay - ★★★★★
The entry was very smooth just drove up and the barrier lifted the exit was just the same the only thing that took time was finding my car as I only had a rough idea where I had parked it and it was dark by the way I used East Midlands airport its so easy with the little bus to take you to and from the airport and purple parking was the cheapest so happy all round
Mrs Fantom - ★★★★★
Initial booking was straight forward. I was kept informed up to the date of travel. Map explained exactly where to go. Parked up and within 2 minutes the bus arrived to the terminal. Just as straight forward on my return. Excellent value for money.
Mr Coyle - ★★★★★
East Midland flight. Cheapest, good parking, good service, no problem, easy in and out. excellent. thank you
Sol Sheffield - ★★★★★
Simple online booking. Location short walk to the terminal. Easy access with number plate recognition. Parked car ourselves and kept keys
Ms Brigden - ★★★★★
Very easy to use, great value and excellent communication and instructions. I used meet and greet at East Midlands and the process was an absolute breeze. Price was cheaper with purple parking than elsewhere too. Will definitely use again.
Jane - ★★★★★
Used purple parking and stayed in long stay car park at East Midlands. Had no issues getting in or out and managed to get parked right next to a bus stop. I have used them before and will definitely use them again
Row Ingham - ★★★★★
Great price, easy booking excellent service
Ms Childs - ★★★★★
would highly recommend purple parking at East Midlands Airport, hassle free. Have also used them at Gatwick and there also it is hassle free and exceptional value for money
Mr Clarke - ★★★★★
...Never had problems andgood communication received with full instructions
Mr Saunders - ★★★★★
Plenty of spaces well lit car park easy access in and out staff very helpful definitely use them again shuttle bus every 10 minutes
Mr Monahan - ★★★★★
Easy Easy Easy - parking just yards from the booking office and a short walk to departures - couldn't have been better
Mr Bees - ★★★★★
East Midlands Airport Parking FAQs
How much is East Midlands Airport parking?With Purple Parking, a day's parking at East Midlands Airport starts from £5.85 a day, and £43.99 a week.
Can I cancel my booking?
To cancel your booking, use the 'contact us' link at the bottom of the page. You can cancel your booking at any point up until 23:59 the day before your parking is due to start.
Can I book an East Midlands Airport hotel with parking?
Absolutely - simply select 'airport hotels with parking' in the search engine, and search your dates. You'll be shown all the hotel and parking packages we have available at East Midlands for your trip.
Is there disabled parking at East Midlands Airport?
Yes, the Short Stay car park there are Blue Badge bays located up to 150 metres from the terminal. If you are using the Long Stay car parks, there is an accessible shuttle transfer service available.
What is the postcode for East Midlands Airport?
For your sat nav, use the postcode DE74 2SA.
Can I park for free at East Midlands Airport?
Yes, you can park for free for up to one hour at the Long Stay Car Park.
Which is the best car park at East Midlands Airport terminal?
We highly recommend the Long Stay Car Park 1to our customers, an official car park that offers great value for money and only a five minute transfer to the terminal.
What is the cheapest parking at East Midlands Airport?
Often, the cheapest car park at East Midlands Airport is the Jetparks 2.
What happens if I am early or late to the car park?
Don't worry, the parking services are prepared to accommodate your car if you arrive a little early. If you return late, you may need to pay an additional charge for the extra parking, calculated by the car park.
*Please Note: All prices on this page are correct at time of writing and subject to change.
