East Midlands Airport Parking

East Midlands Airport information

The airfield, originally RAF Castle Donnington was decommissioned after the Second World War in 1946. Local government then purchased the site in 1964 and the airfield was re-opened as East Midlands Airport to reflect the area that it served, with the first commercial passengers taking to the air in 1965.

Situated in Leicestershire close to Castle Donnington it is owned exclusively by MAG (Manchester Airports Group) the largest British-owned airport operator.

In 2015 it was the 11^th busiest airport in the UK by passenger traffic, with 4.5 million passengers. A popular airport for travellers from the heart of England, it is an established hub for low-cost operators such as Jet2.com, Ryanair and Flybe as well as tour operators Thomson Airways and Thomas Cook Airlines.

How to Get to East Midlands Airport

East Midlands Airport is well connected with good road links to the M1, M42 and A50, putting it within an hour’s drive of major population centres in the heart of England.

For those using a sat nav the postcode for East Midlands Airport is DE74 2SA

Car Parking Options at East Midlands Airport

There are a number of car park options at the airport, including some in walking distance and some a bus ride away. For maximum convenience, there are also Meet and Greet services.

On-Airport Parking at East Midlands Airport

There are several car parks to choose, from the Long-stay car park to the Express Park and JetParks to the Short Stay car park. These car parks are all self-park with number plate recognition and you can keep your car keys.  All parking at East Midlands Airport is operated by the airport.

Long Stay Parking at East Midlands Airport

There are a number of Long Stay car parks at East Midlands Airport, the closest being the Long-Stay 1, Long-Stay 2 and Long-Stay 3 which are approx. 5-7 minutes walk from the terminal.

Short Stay Parking at East Midlands Airport

For those who need to be closer there is the Express Park 2-3 minutes' walk or the closest option, the Short-stay car park which is just 1-2 minutes away.

Off-Airport Parking near East Midlands Airport

Also run by the airport, the cheaper budget options are all are a little further away, but you can use the free shuttle bus which takes approx. 5-7 minutes for the Long Stay 4 or Long Stay 5 car parks or 12-15 minute rise from Jetparks 1 and Jetparks 2.

Meet and Greet at East Midlands Airport

The airport also provides a Meet & Greet right next to the terminal for maximum convenience. Super for larger parties with children,those with large items of luggage like skis etc. and for anyone with mobility difficulties.

Hotels with parking at East Midlands Airport

The Radisson Blu Hotel at East Midlands Airport is a chic, contemporary airport hotel just off the M1 motorway beside the airport. They offer convenient inclusive parking near the terminal building for guests, plus an airport shuttle service to the terminal.

Among hotels a little further away, is the Hilton Hotel which is just a 5 minute drive to the terminal. Both these hotels have leisure facilities including a swimming pool, ideal for amusing the children.

East Midlands Airport Departure Lounge

You will find all the usual airport facilities, eateries include Frankie and Benny's. Burger King and Flat White Coffee Club, or have a pre-flight drink in Castle Rock.

Drop into the World duty free for a tax-free shopping before your flight, or in one of the other outlets including Dixons, Boots and Superdrug as well WH Smith where there's still time to pick up your last minute holiday needs.

Within the terminal there is up to 60 minutes free WiFi, and other services include a bureau de change, cash dispensers, toilets, a prayer room and baby changing rooms.

East Midlands Airport Lounge

Book an executive lounge to get away from the hustle and bustle and have a peaceful start to your journey no matter which airline you are flying with.

East Midlands Airport has the Escape Lounge where a complimentary buffet is available with a variety of hot and cold snacks as well as the bar, which is well stocked with an assortment of alcoholic drinks such as wines (including prosecco), beer and spirits, alongside tea, coffee, soft drinks and fresh fruit juices. Premium drinks can be purchased for that special occasion.

East Midlands Airport Parking Map

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

Long Stay 1

Always a straight forward process. We always use them.
5 Rating Book Again: Yes Paula Johnson - 01 Dec 2018 10:14

Long Stay 1

Very easy to use, with no problems
4 Rating Book Again: Yes Verified Customer - 28 Nov 2018 11:35

Long Stay 1

All good
5 Rating Book Again: Yes Alan Falconbridge - 25 Nov 2018 12:06

Mid Stay 1

The car park was only five mins walk to the departure lounge and had good space to park the only thing was when I put my token in to gain axses to leave the car park, it asked me to pay £110 , I then had to contact the parking company to explain that I had all ready payed when I booked online ,
3 Rating Book Again: Yes Tim Adams - 18 Nov 2018 10:33

Mid Stay 2

Fantastic, couldn’t be easier! Simple to book and great price compared to other websites, the Mid stay 2 is about 5 mins walk from EMA departures (only criticism is that the pathways are awful! Really uneven and bumpy so incredibly difficult to navigate in the dark with 2 big suitcases but this is not car parks fault!! EMA sort it out!) entry/exit to car park number plate recognition so no problems at! We we delayed due to storms across the Atlantic and we weren’t charged any extra! I would strongly recommend this service and will be using it again in the future for sure! Thank you
5 Rating Book Again: Yes Chippy Le-Butt - 18 Nov 2018 10:09

Long Stay 1

Very good and although the registration number of my car caused problems last month when I used the car park, the guy I spoke to this time seemed to know what he was doing. He said he was correct the details they had got and actually issued me with a token in order to exit the car park on my return, something they did not do last time...Therefore it was a much better experience and everything went smoothly. Thank you
5 Rating Book Again: Yes Annie Pennington - 13 Nov 2018 15:30

Long Stay 1

I would have given this more stars except for the unlit parking Signs. Almost impossible to see in the dark. The bus driver didn't know where they were either. Resulting in the whole family trapsing around the carpark for 20 minutes at night time. Also the letters are confusing as FF is a long way away from F. Needs better signs better lighting.
3 Rating Book Again: Yes Frances - 12 Nov 2018 10:54

Mid Stay 2

Hassle free, no problems whatsoever.
5 Rating Book Again: Yes William Jordan - 09 Nov 2018 16:22

Long Stay 1

Found the location quite easy Bus pick up from the car park very clean dropped off outside the airport departure with time to spare excellent service .
5 Rating Book Again: Yes Phil - 08 Nov 2018 08:36

Meet and Greet

No problems dropping off the car. It’s easy to find. We were delayed coming back by 20 hours and didn’t get charged any extra, which was good. Would use again.
5 Rating Book Again: Yes Peter - 06 Nov 2018 15:54