Birmingham Airport Parking

Birmingham Airport information

Birmingham Airport, formerly Elmdon Airport, opened in 1939. It is an international airport, situated in Bickenhill, Solihull, around 6 miles southeast of Birmingham city centre and is mainly reached by the main A45 and is near to junction 6 of the M42.

Birmingham Airport is the seventh busiest airport in the UK, after Edinburgh, carrying over 11.6 million passengers in 2016. Flights include international destinations in Europe the Middle East, North America and the Caribbean and is an operating base for a number of low cost and charter airlines.

Currently owned by Seven Metropolitan Boroughs of West Midlands, Airport Employees through a share trust and Ontario Teachers Pension Plan who have also invested in Bristol Airport.

How to Get to Birmingham Airport

Birmingham Airport is in the heart of the UK motorway system just off junction 6 of the M42 via the A45.

The postcode to use for your trusty sat nav is B26 3QJ

Car Parking Options at Birmingham Airport

There are a number of parking options at Birmingham Airport, both on-airport and off-airport as well as meet and greet parking.

On-Airport Parking at Birmingham Airport

The airport has several on-airport parking options to choose from, short stay Multi storey through to the Long Stay car parks. These car parks run by NCP for Birmingham Airport have the Park Mark accreditation for safer parking.

Long Stay Parking at Birmingham Airport

Birmingham's official on-airport parking includes the Long Stay car park 5, just a 5-minute shuttle bus transfer or a 10-minute walk of the terminal building, offering great value parking close to the airport.

Short Stay Parking Birmingham Airport

Car Park 1 is the Multi-storey short stay, which is directly opposite the airport terminal and Car Parks 2 & 3 are also on-airport self-park multi-storey car parks within 2-minute walk of the terminal building.

Off-Airport Parking near Birmingham Airport

Cheaper options available off the airport will include a free transfer bus, however unlike parking at the airport, you will usually need to leave your car keys at this type of car park.

APH is an off-airport car park with the Park-mark award and have been voted 'Best Airport Parking Company' at the British Travel Awards for 6 years running. With just 10-15 minutes needed to transfer to the terminal on their regular bus shuttle it is very popular.

Airparks, another long-established car park serving Birmingham Airport, is around 15 minutes away, also offering very competitive rates.

Meet and Greet at Birmingham Airport

With this option, you will be met in Short Stay Car Park 3 at Birmingham airport, so buses are required. Your car is then taken to a secured site before it is bought back to the car park for your return so you can drive straight home.

Car parks offering this service include Ace Meet and Greet, Maple Manor Meet and Greet and Meteor Meet and Greet. The airport also has its own NCP Valet Parking.

This option is particularly useful for those with mobility difficulties, families and travellers with large items of luggage e.g. skiers, snowboarders and golfers etc.

Hotels with parking at Birmingham Airport

There are a number of hotels close by, serving both Birmingham Airport and the nearby NEC. If you are driving to the airport you can book a Birmingham hotel and parking package which will save you money on booking these two items separately.

The Crowne Plaza Birmingham NEC is a 5-minute drive from Birmingham Airport, or you can transfer into the airport using the free Air-Rail Link monorail system. The restaurant has floor-to-ceiling windows and offers wonderful views of the adjacent Pendingo Lake.

The Hilton Metropole Hotel is another 4-star hotel located close to the Crowne Plaza, but if you are on a budget then the Coventry Hill around 10-15 minutes from the airport is a good option and this comes with a meet and greet package too, so no transfers required.

Birmingham Airport Departure Lounge

In January 2011 the existing two terminals merged into a single new Terminal Building after adding two new floors.

Here you will find plenty of cafe's and restaurants including Frankie & Benny's, Costa and Giraffe, bars include All Bar One & Wetherspoons and a good variety of shops featuring among others, World duty free, Superdry, BOSS, Next, Boots and Pandora, as well the usual services such as a bureau de change, cash dispensers, toilets, baby changing rooms and a multi-faith prayer room.

Birmingham Airport also has free Wi-Fi that passengers can access anywhere in the terminal building.

Birmingham Airport Lounge

You can use an executive lounge for a comfortable start to your journey away from the hustle and bustle. The No:1 Lounge can be booked by any passengers, even if flying economy whichever airline you are flying with.

The No:1 Lounge now serves complimentary Prosecco along with a good range of wines, beers and spirits. Soft drinks, hot beverages and hot and cold snacks from the pantry table are also part of the benefits of booking.

Birmingham Airport Parking Map

Click on a point below to view information on the car park and the transfer time to Birmingham airport.

APH Birmingham - Saver Product

I think, all things considered, APH offer an excellent service.Frequent transportation to and from the airport means we have not yet had to wait more than 10 minutes in either direction. All personnel have been courteous and helpful.
5 Rating Book Again: Yes Phill - 19 Jun 2017 20:17

I Can Park and Ride

A much longer distance from the airport than we have ever experienced in the past with other providers although the bus was waiting at both ends. Had to wait a very long time before leaving the airport though so you need to add a very long time onto your journey time. For this reason would not book again.
3 Rating Book Again: No Jo - 18 Jun 2017 01:27

Ace Meet & Greet Advance

Very efficient, drop off seamless and quick. Arrived back at midnight, car delivered within 12 minutes of making call for the vehicle to be returned. Staff very polite. Would use again.
5 Rating Book Again: Yes Kevin Treanor - 17 Jun 2017 11:29

Drivefly Meet and Greet

No waiting time
4 Rating Book Again: Yes Joan atkins - 16 Jun 2017 17:52

Car Park 1 - Non-Flex

I use this car park regularly and am very happy with location close to the terminals. This particular time I was advised at the exit machine that I was outstanding £15, which was not the case as I had pre-booked in advance and entered flight number (which was on time). This was sorted once I spoke to an operator at the exit machine, but was a surprise to have the payment rquested, when not required.
3 Rating Book Again: Yes Lisa - 16 Jun 2017 15:45

Long Stay Car Park 5

Simple, just make a note of where you park, easy walk from the airport, which is very good for you after being crammed in the plane!
5 Rating Book Again: Yes Rosemary Chatfield - 16 Jun 2017 13:45

Long Stay Car Park 5

Ample available spaces. Generous 3 hour additional time allowed which was great as our plane was delayed by 2 hours
5 Rating Book Again: Yes Gary Featherstone - 16 Jun 2017 11:11

Drivefly Meet and Greet

A bit pricey but the dropping off procedure worked well and was convenient but saying pick up at Valet Parking was a bit vague as the signage is either non existent or poor and at 23:30 it's not fun wandering aimlessly. Think a sketch map on the confirmation form or some directions when we phoned on collection of baggage, would have helped. Also transfer driver had switched off the radio/satnav display, and as it's fairly new car we were baffled for a while, as I thought the unit had failed and took a while along with 2 of your staff, trying to find the "fault".
4 Rating Book Again: Yes Trevor Gouldin - 14 Jun 2017 15:57

Drivefly Meet and Greet - Non Flex

Easy process, and polite staff. Much better and quicker than waiting around for bus.
5 Rating Book Again: Yes Jon Smith - 14 Jun 2017 14:28

Drivefly Meet and Greet

good drop off and a very quick collection on arrival back in the country
5 Rating Book Again: Yes kerry evans - 12 Jun 2017 19:00