Guide: airport parking for families

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Jetting off on a family holiday is a real adventure, whether it's your little ones' first time on a plane, or some overdue bonding time with the teenagers.

But there’s a whole journey to do before you arrive at your destination – starting with your airport parking. That’s why we make it easy at East Midlands Airport. Not only will booking your parking in advance give you peace of mind and set you up for your trip, but it can save you money too.

Choose the right parking option

Whatever your budget or length of the trip, we’ve got lots of family-friendly parking options to offer.

We’re going on a… weekend getaway

Short Stay

Parking that's quick, easy, and fuss-free - exactly what you need when you’re with the whole family. Our three Short Stay car parks are located next to the terminal, so it's only a short walk to check in. It couldn't be easier!

Distance to terminal - 1-5 minutes walk

Price from £49.99 (4 day stay in February 2025)

We’re going on a… mini break

Mid Stay

Mid Stay parking is one of our most popular choices - great value for money, spend less on parking and save more for the holiday. Easy to get to and just a short walk to the terminal, it’s perfect for trips of up to one week.

Distance to terminal - 6-7 minutes walk

Price from £64.99 (8 day stay in February 2025)

We’re going on a… long adventure

Meet & Greet

A family-favourite, Meet & Greet gives you a full parking service, so you can focus on your journey ahead. Pull up at a parking bay, drop your keys at reception, and one of our drivers will take your car to an official and highly secure on-site car park. Then it’s just a short walk to the terminal, so you’ll be at check-in before you know it.

JetParks

Seasonally closed from 4 November 2024 to 31 March 2025, JetParks is our super budget-friendly option - great for families who want to keep their travel costs low. The two car parks are slightly further away from the terminal building, but our free shuttle buses come every 20 minutes and operate 24 hours a day - then it’s just a short ride to check-in!

Distance to terminal - Meet & Greet: 1-2 minutes walk, JetParks: 12-15 minute transfer

Meet & Greet price from £82.00 (8 day stay in February 2025), JetParks price from £54.99 (8 day stay in April 2025)

See a full list of parking options.

Booking in advance

We get it – no one wants to spend lots on parking! While it might be tempting to put it off until the last minute, prices can increase closer to your trip due to limited availability. So pre-book your parking with us and save up to a massive 75% on the turn up price!

Not only will you save money, but getting organised ahead of time will also give you a much smoother run-up to your holiday.

Get 20% off your parking

Want to save even more money? New customers can bag an exclusive 20% off discount code by signing up to our newsletter. If you’ve already signed up, get another family member to register so you can get the maximum discount.

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Speed through security with a FastTrack pass

Waiting in long queues might not be much fun when you have little children to keep entertained! But skip the queue and get exclusive access to the Express Lane with a FastTrack pass! From just £5 per person, you'll be through to Departures in no time, so you and the kids can relax and settle before your flight.

Explore our family-friendly restaurants

There are lots of family-friendly restaurants at the airport, which you can scope out before you arrive. Family favourites include Frankie & Benny’s - dig into crispy calzones and saucy bowls of pasta whilst you wait for your flight. Or indulge in a classic like Burger King, where mouth-wateringly juicy burgers await.

Entertain kids with the Little Flyers Club

Kids getting restless before the flight? The lovable Little Flyers Club is here to save the day! Join the group of lost luggage friends, who are often mistaken as unclaimed baggage, as they adventure through the airport. Print out our fun activity booklets, jam-packed full of puzzles and games. Read our Travelling with Children guide for more useful tips.

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FastTrack

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