Parking in Birmingham Airport

Why Pre-Book Your Birmingham Airport Parking?

Booking parking at Birmingham Airport in advance is highly recommended to guarantee availability and secure the best rates. By pre-booking, you can also enjoy a more streamlined experience, ensuring that your space is reserved, and you avoid the stress of last-minute parking arrangements. Plus, pre-booking often unlocks discounted rates, helping you save money while enjoying the convenience of parking close to the terminal.

Find Real-Time Birmingham Airport Parking with Ease

For those looking for a flexible parking solution, use the YourParkingSpace app or website to find real-time availability. With just a few clicks, you can search, book, and park near Birmingham Airport without the hassle of circling for a spot. It’s an easy way to secure parking just a short distance from the terminal, offering both convenience and cost savings.

Parking at Birmingham Airport is simple and stress-free, thanks to the range of options designed to suit every traveler’s needs. Whether you’re looking for short-term, long-term, or valet parking. Don’t forget to pre-book your space to guarantee availability and take advantage of the best rates.

Convenient Pick-Up and Drop-Off Parking

If you’re collecting passengers from Birmingham Airport, Car Parks 1, 2, and 3 are the closest to arrivals, offering short-term parking options. These multistory car parks have a 30-minute parking option available for £4.50, making pick-ups quick and hassle-free.

Additionally, the dedicated Drop & Go zone at Birmingham Airport is perfect for quick drop-offs, allowing passengers to head directly into the terminal.

Birmingham Airport Parking Options to Suit Every Traveler

Birmingham Airport’s parking facilities are located just off the M42 junction 6, making them easily accessible from all directions. Whether you’re in need of long-stay parking, a quick drop-off, or short-term parking, Birmingham Airport offers a range of secure, Park Mark accredited options:

• Valet Parking: For the ultimate convenience, Valet Parking is available adjacent to Car Park 3. Simply drop off your car, and a trained team member will park it for you in a secure area. Your vehicle will be ready and waiting for you upon return, just a one-minute walk from the terminal.
• Car Parks 1, 2 & 3: These multistory car parks are perfect for short stays or picking up passengers, with the terminal just a minute's walk away. They offer both convenience and peace of mind, being Park Mark Safer Parking accredited.
• Car Park 4: Just a short 3-5 minute walk from the terminal, Car Park 4 provides affordable and secure parking for medium-term stays.
• Car Park 5: For those who don’t mind a slightly longer 5-10 minute walk to the terminal, Car Park 5 offers great value for long-stay parking.
• Car Park 7: This off-site option includes a complimentary shuttle bus to the terminal, operating every 5-10 minutes, making it an ideal choice for longer stays.

Car

Birmingham is at the centre of the UK motorway network, meaning many parts of the UK are within a 2h drive of the airport. Birmingham Airport parking can be accessed easily from the M42 at Junction 6 where you follow the signs along the A45 to the airport.

Train

Birmingham Airport is connected to Birmingham International Station by a free Air Rail link system which takes just two minutes’ transfer time. 

Bus

Three National Express bus services operate the Airport connecting it with central Birmingham and the surrounding areas. Timetables can be accessed via Network West Midlands. Tickets can be purchased on the bus services. There are also many long-distance coach services which are operated by National Express and Megabus.

Taxi

Taxis are available 24hours a day every day of the year from directly outside the arrivals area of the terminal building. This is operated by Arrow Cars and Licensed Black Cabs.

At Birmingham Airport the EV charging points are located within the Premium Set Down car park and are available to use with the parking charge discounted to £2 for the first hour, with normal charges applying after this time period. 

Disabled parking at Birmingham Airport allows Blue Badge Holders to park in designated spaces and at a reduced rate.

Blue Badge holders are entitled to up to 60 minutes free parking within the Premium Set Down car park. You must show your Blue Badge and car parking ticket at the NCP Customer Service Desk located in the Meet and Greet Cabin. Take care as normal charges apply if the 60 minutes is exceeded.

Disabled parking is also available in Car Parks 1, 2, 5 and the Drop and Go Car Park. Car parking is charged at the normal rates for these car parks, and The Blue Badge scheme does not operate within the Airport site.

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How much is parking at Birmingham Airport?

Parking at Birmingham Airport prices vary depending on your length of stay and which of the 7 car parks you choose to park at. Short Stay parking is available at Car Parks 1,2 or 3 which can either be used for holiday parking or there are spaces available for picking up passengers. They’re located near the arrivals area and offer short term parking that is convenient for pick-ups. The 30-minute parking band in the multi-storey car parks costs £4.50. For longer-term parking, Car Parks 1,2 and 3 are of a similar price bracket, whilst Car Parks 5 and 7 are slightly cheaper. For a week’s booking Car Park 7 is the cheapest, at £61.99 and Car Park 1 is the most expensive at £170.88. You can get a quote online before you park to make sure you know what to expect from parking at Birmingham Airport.

Is there free parking at Birmingham Airport?

Unless you are a Blue Badge Holder there is no free parking at Birmingham Airport. For Blue Badge Holders, holders are entitled to up to 60 minutes free parking within the Premium Set Down car park. You must show your Blue Badge and car parking ticket at the NCP Customer Service Desk located in the Meet and Greet Cabin. Take care as normal charges apply if the 60 minutes is exceeded.

Do you have to pre-book parking at Birmingham Airport?

You can turn up on the day and park at Birmingham Airport most of the time for no extra cost, however, it is advised to pre-book a parking space so you can be sure that there is one waiting for you in your desired car park when you arrive at Birmingham Airport. You will receive a booking confirmation once you have booked your space online on the Birmingham Airport bookings page, and you can then follow the signs to your chosen car park upon arrival to Birmingham Airport to ensure you have a smooth transit between arriving at Birmingham Airport, parking up and arriving at the Terminal Building. This pre-booked parking service is also very handy if you have a reservation at any of the Birmingham Airport hotels.

Is there anywhere to leave my car at Birmingham Airport?

There are several different options at Birmingham Airport depending on the duration of how long you would wish to leave your car at Birmingham Airport. If you are picking up a passenger from the terminal building, you can park at Car Parks 1,2 or 3 for a 30-minute window at £4.50, a rate which is significantly lower than the longer-stay parking options. If you wish to leave your car for a longer duration of time, you also have the option to park at any of the other Car Parks at Birmingham Airport, such as Car park 4 or Car Park 5. Car Parks 5 and 7 are the cheaper Car Parks, as they have a longer transit time between the car park and the terminal building.

For cheap and convenient parking solutions close to Birmingham Airport, head to the YourParkingSpace online map, where you can select your parking space at a location and for a time frame that suits you. We also have weekly and monthly booking options available if you are hoping to leave your car for a longer time period while you are away, at a cost that won’t break the bank!