Top tips for parking at London Stansted Airport
How to choose the best car parking option for you
Great prices for every budget
We want your visit to London Stansted Airport to run smoothly from start to finish, and that includes keeping your car is safe and secure while you’re away.
There are plenty of ways to get to and from the airport, but if you’ve chosen to drive and leave your car with us, we offer a range of different parking options.
To choose the best car park for you, and to check out where to drop-off and pick up your loved ones, read this handy guide for a hassle-free and budget-friendly experience.
Book ahead for the best prices
You really can save money if you book early, so make sure to sort out your airport parking as soon as possible. As well as getting you the best available price, it also guarantees your space in the car park - and who doesn’t love a great deal?
Even if you’ve arranged a last-minute trip, pre-booking your car park will get you a noticeable discount compared with on-the-day prices. Just remember to keep your booking confirmation handy (either a print out, or on your phone) in case you need it to enter the car park or check-in at reception.
Choosing the right car park
If you’re planning to be away for more than a week, Long Stay parking and budget-friendly JetParks can work out to be significantly cheaper. Drive in and park up and a free shuttle bus will take you and your luggage to the terminal.
Perfect for trips for up to one week, Mid Stay parking is just a few minutes' transfer to the terminal on our free shuttle bus.
For business trips and mini breaks of just a few days, we recommend Short Stay parking.
The most convenient options are Meet & Greet and Valet parking where our drivers will park your vehicle for you, so you can get to check-in fast.
Get a great deal on a hotel stay with parking
Few of us enjoy waking up in the early hours and worrying about getting to the airport on time. Staying overnight at one of the nearby airport hotels can take some stress out of your trip. With fantastic stay and park bundles on offer all year round, you can take to the skies the following morning feeling rested and relaxed, knowing you’ve got a great deal.
Choose carefully when parking off-site
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If you’ve decided not to go with one of our official parking options, and prefer to shop around, some third-party parking operators offer drop-and-go or park-and-ride services to the terminal doorstep.
However, you should remain cautious when entrusting your vehicle’s safety to strangers while you’re away. If you plan to use a third-party parking provider, always do your research before leaving your vehicle in their care and take a note of your car’s mileage before you hand over the keys. Government-recognised schemes like Park Mark will identify legitimate and trustworthy operators, and you can check reviews from previous customers on trusted platforms like Google and Trustpilot.
Parking your electric vehicle
If you have an electric vehicle and are booking valet parking or our Meet & Greet service, please remember to bring your keys or your key card - even if your vehicle has keyless entry! And don’t forget to charge before you arrive, especially if you’ll be away for more than a few days, as some vehicle functions use small amounts of battery, even when parked.
If you’d like to know more about our parking options, check out our list of frequently asked questions.
Getting dropped off and being picked up
If you would prefer not to drive, you could ask someone to drop you off. Our Express Set Down delivers you right to the terminal door for an easy cashless experience within 15-minutes.
You can either pick up or drop off at our Short Stay or Mid Stay car parks. Automatic ticket machines for payment can be found in and around the terminal building. Alternatively insert your ticket into the barrier upon departure followed by a credit/debit card.
If you think you may need extra time to unload your belongings and say your goodbyes and haven’t booked, use our Turn Up and Park options instead.
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