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Parking at East Midlands Airport is made easy with FHR. Pre-book your car parking space today to save money and guarantee your place to take the stress out of parking on the day of travel. Leave your car in a secure East Midland Airport approved car park for peace of mind. Parking to suit all budgets.

East Midlands Airport information

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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 11th 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.

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