Birmingham Airport Parking Rates & Information
Looking for the perfect parking spot at Birmingham Airport (BHX)? We have your answers!
There are 10 main parking areas at Birmingham Airport:
- BHX Valet Parking
- BHX Car Park 1
- BHX Car Park 2 & 3
- BHX Car Park 4
- BHX Car Park 5
- BHX Car Park 7
- BHX Premium Set Down
- BHX Drop Off
- BHX Coach Parking
- BHX Coach Access
Birmingham Airport parking couldn't be any easier because there is only one terminal to fly from. If you want to be at convenience, you are advised to pre-book your parking space at the BHX airport. By reserving your parking space, you can access all official car parks available at the airport. All parking spaces are equipped with CCTV and regular security patrols.
Birmingham Airport parking rates can vary depending on the lot and duration, so please check for specific rates below.
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BHX Off-Airport Parking
Valet Parking
Location: Ambassador Way
Type: Lot
To Terminals: Walking distance
Valet Parking is a quick parking solution for passengers in large groups, with heavy luggage. It is also suitable for those who want to get to the check-in desks quickly, without involving in the hassle of having to park their car. To access BHX car parking, leave the M42 at junction 6 and head to the A45 following the signs to the airport. On arrival at the airport, you have to follow the signs for Valet Parking.
Car Park 1
Location: Adjacent to terminal building
Type: Garage
To Terminals: Walking distance
Clearance: 2’ -15”
With more than 3,000 parking bays, Car Park 1 is a multi-storey car park that is available 24 hours a day. There is a lift access to all levels, and undercover parking for all lengths of vehicle parking. Parking bays are 2.9m wide and 4.82m long, making them suitable for most average size vehicles.
Car Park 1 Parking Rates
Up to 1 hour £6.50
Up to 2 hours £13.00
Up to 3 hours £19.50
Up to 4 hours £26.00
Up to 24 hours £49.00
Over 1 day (per day)* £49.00
Pre-book overstays cost £18.00 per day or part thereof.
Car Park 2 & 3
Location: Near main terminal’s check-in desks
Type: Garage
To Terminals: Walking distance
Clearance: 2’-0.5”
With more than 2,000 parking spaces, Car parks 2 and 3 operates all day, every day, seven days a week. These multi-storey car parks are affordable and convenient, with easy access via 24-hour lift access to all levels. Stop at the barrier, press for a ticket to gain entry, and park your car. Then, you can get to the check-in desks and start your trip, knowing that your vehicle is being looked after by professionals.
Car Park 2 & 3 Parking Rates
Up to 1 hour £6.50
Up to 2 hours £13.00
Up to 3 hours £19.50
Up to 4 hours £26.00
Up to 24 hours £49.00
Over 1 day (per day)* £49.00
Pre-book overstays cost £18.00 per day or part thereof.
Car Park 4
Location: Near main terminal’s check-in desks
Type: Lot
To Terminals: Shuttle
This surface car park at BHX airport operates 24 hours a day and offers longer-term parking. So, it is a perfect option for those who are off on a 2-week holiday. There are more than 700 spaces available at this facility.
Car Park 4 Parking Rates
Up to 1 hour £6.50
Up to 2 hours £13.00
Up to 3 hours £19.50
Up to 4 hours £26.00
Up to 24 hours £48.00
Up to 2 days £96.00
Per day thereafter* £32.50
Pre-book overstays cost £14.00 per day or part thereof.
Car Park 5
Location: Near main terminal’s check-in desks
Type: Lot
To Terminals: Shuttle
With 3,969 parking spaces, this cost-effective surface car park at BHX airport operates 24 hours a day and offers longer-term parking. There are no height restrictions for vehicles for those with larger vehicles.
Car Park 5 Parking Rates
Up to 1 hour £6.50
Up to 2 hours £13.00
Up to 3 hours £19.50
Up to 4 hours £26.00
Up to 24 hours £46.00
Up to 2 days £69.00
Up to 3 days £93.00
Per day thereafter* £10.00
Pre-book overstays cost at £10.00 per day or part thereof.
Car Park 7
Location: Off-airport, close to the main terminal
Type: Lot
To Terminals: Shuttle
With more than 250 parking spaces and cost-effective pricing, this cost-effective Birmingham Airport parking remains open 24 hours a day and offers longer-term parking. There are no height restrictions for vehicles for larger vehicles. A 10-minute shuttle BUS service is available to and from the terminal.
Car Park 7 Parking Rates
Up to 3 hours £4.50
Up to 6 hours £9.00
Up to 9 hours £13.50
Up to 12 hours £18.00
Up to 24 hours £37.00
Up to 48 hours £44.00
Per day thereafter* £9.50
Premium Set Down
Location: At airport, right outside the terminal
Type: Lot
To Terminals: Walking distance
This drop off area operates 24 hours a day and offers convenient parking for dropping off passengers. You can instantly access the terminal. Premium Set Down is situated right outside the terminal, making it perfect for those who want to drop passengers at the terminal doors.
Premium Set Down Parking Rates
0 - 15 minutes £3.00
15 - 20 minutes £8.00
20 - 25 minutes £13.00
25 - 30 minutes £18.00
30 - 35 minutes £23.00
35 - 40 minutes £28.00
40 - 45 minutes £33.00
45 - 50 minutes £38.00
50 - 55 minutes £43.00
55 - 60 minutes £48.00
Each extra 15 minutes thereafter £5.00
Drop Off Parking
Location: At airport, near main check-in desks
Type: Lot
To Terminals: Walking distance
Just 400 metres from the terminal, this Birmingham Airport parking facility is designed for those with lots of luggage, children, or who may have mobility issues.
Drop Off Parking Rates
0 - 20 minutes Free
20 - 25 minutes £1.00
25 - 30 minutes £3.00
30 - 35 minutes £5.00
35 - 40 minutes £10.00
40 - 45 minutes £15.00
45 - 50 minutes £20.00
Each extra 5 minutes thereafter £5.00
Coach Parking
Location: Close to the terminal
Type: Lot
To Terminals: Walking distance
Managed by NCP, BHX coach parking is suitable for those delivering large parties to the airport. Leave the M42 at Junction 6 and walk along the A45, following the signs to the airport. Next, follow the signs for the coach park.
Coach Parking Rates
Up to 30 minutes £5
Up to 1 hour £10
£5 per hour thereafter
Coach Access
Location: At the front of the terminal.
Type: Lot
To Terminals: Walking distance
This area is strictly for coach operators only. It does not allow for cars, minibuses, or other vehicles.There is no waiting allowed, and it is available only for immediate drop off and collection of passengers only. The £18.00 fee is representative of each individual access to Comet Road (set down road) required. You can check real-time Airport Arrivals on your phone while you wait.
Electric Vehicle (EV) Parking Stations
There are EV charging points that are suitable for many types of EV. These EV charging stations are located within the Premium Set Down car park. You can use them at a discounted price of £2 for the first hour (charging takes about 20 minutes). Thereafter normal charges apply.
Accessible/Handicap Parking
Almost all BHX Airport parking facilities avail dedicated spaces for handicapped visitors. Multi-storey Car Parks 1, 2 & 3 offer blue badge parking bays on the ground floor, and have lift access.
Birmingham Airport Car Park 7 also provides disabled parking spaces and a wheelchair-friendly shuttle bus. All other on-site car parks at the airport have blue badge bays.
- Car Park 1 has 56 bays for disabled drivers.
- Car Park 2 has 9 bays for disabled drivers.
- Car Park 3 has 5 disabled spaces.
- Car Park 4 has bays for disabled drivers to the left on the entrance.
- Car Park 5 has 30 bays for disabled drivers.
- BHX Valet Parking has 3 bays for disabled drivers.
Blue badge holders can park at the Premium Set Down for 30 mins, for free.
While the Drop Off Car Park has bays set aside for disabled drivers, it’s recommended that Blue Badge holders park at the Premium Set Down Car Park, where you can take advantage of having the first 30 minutes for free.
Tips, Help & Resources
Once you have selected the best parking option for you, check out these tips that can assist you during your journey through the airport:
- Be aware of how long you might need to need to wait at the security checkpoint in your terminal.
- Need some wheels to cart around all of your checked luggage? The airport provides assistance (and saves you effort). Baggage carts are located near the baggage carousels.
- If you have some time before your flight departs BHX, get a coffee, have a sit-down meal, or walk the shops within the terminals. You never know what treat or souvenir you might discover!
- Waiting for a passenger to arrive? To see where the plane is and which terminal it will deplane, use the flight tracker.
Find more help here for your journey through the airport