How much is parking at Birmingham Airport?
Turning up and parking at Birmingham Airport (BHX) costs £67 for up to 24 hours in Car Parks 1, 2, 3 and 5, and £51 for up to 24 hours in Car Park 7, with further days at £67 and £44 respectively. Booking in advance is far cheaper.
| Option | Turn-up price | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Car Park 1 | £12 up to 1 hour; £24 up to 2 hours; £48 up to 4 hours; £67 up to 24 hours and each day after | The closest parking, about a 1-minute walk to the terminal |
| Car Parks 2 & 3 | £13 up to 1 hour; £26 up to 2 hours; £50 up to 4 hours; £67 up to 24 hours and each day after | Short stays close to the terminal |
| Car Park 5 | £12 up to 1 hour; £24 up to 2 hours; £48 up to 4 hours; £67 up to 24 hours and each day after | Pick-ups, with a 5 to 10 minute walk or shuttle to the terminal |
| Car Park 7 / Elmdon Short Stay | £51 up to 24 hours; £44 per day after that | The cheapest official turn-up rate; availability can vary by season |
| Premium Set Down | £8 up to 15 minutes | Quick drop-offs at the kerb |
To get the weekly amount, add up the daily rates: seven days costs £469 in Car Parks 1 to 5 and £315 in Car Park 7. Pre-booked prices are far lower, with Birmingham Airport advertising savings of up to 70% for booking online.
Use our interactive Birmingham Airport Parking Calculator below to quickly estimate your total parking cost. Whether you are away for a weekend or a two-week holiday, comparing your expected fees in advance can help you budget and choose the right car park.
Birmingham Airport Parking Calculator
What is the cheapest parking at Birmingham Airport?
The cheapest official turn-up option at Birmingham Airport is Car Park 7 at £51 for the first 24 hours and £44 per day after that. Pre-booked official parking and off-airport Park & Ride car parks near Birmingham are often far cheaper, with off-airport lots commonly listed from roughly £6 to £8 a day when booked in advance.
Ways to Pay Less for Birmingham Airport Parking
Turn-up rates are the most expensive way to park. Booking online in advance, particularly for stays of more than a day, can secure a price well below the standard tariff.
For trips lasting two days or more, a pre-booked long stay car park or an off-airport Park & Ride lot is usually the most cost-effective choice. The £67 turn-up rate only makes sense for short, unplanned visits.
For pick-ups, Birmingham Airport recommends Car Park 5 at £12 for up to one hour. Premium Set Down at the kerb costs £8 for up to 15 minutes, so allow for landing and baggage delays before deciding where to wait.
You can also compare off-airport Park & Ride lots near Birmingham Airport, which are frequently much cheaper than on-airport parking.
Finally, for shorter trips, it may be best to skip parking altogether. Birmingham International railway station is linked to the terminal by the Air-Rail Link, with regular trains to Birmingham New Street, and a taxi or rideshare can beat the cost of parking on a short break.
Not sure if you should drive or take a taxi? Use our Birmingham Airport Parking vs. Taxi & Rideshare Cost Calculator below to compare your expected parking fees against a round-trip taxi, Uber or Bolt. A one-way ride to Birmingham Airport commonly costs anywhere from about £20 to £70 depending on where you start, while a multi-day parking stay can add up quickly.
Enter your trip length and your estimated one-way ride cost to see whether driving or taking a ride is the more budget-friendly option for your Birmingham trip.
Birmingham Airport Parking vs. Taxi & Rideshare Calculator
Birmingham Airport Parking FAQ
How much is a week of parking at Birmingham Airport?
Seven days at the turn-up rate is £469 in Car Parks 1 to 5 (7 × £67) and £315 in Car Park 7 (£51 plus 6 × £44).
Where should I park to pick someone up at Birmingham Airport?
Birmingham Airport recommends Car Park 5 for pick-ups, at £12 for up to one hour on the turn-up tariff. Premium Set Down at the kerb costs £8 for up to 15 minutes.
Can I turn up and park at Birmingham Airport without booking?
Yes, official turn-up tariffs apply at the listed car parks. Pre-booking is usually far cheaper, especially for stays of more than a day.
Disclaimer: All parking and taxi rates are estimated, based on prices checked in September 2026, and subject to change without notice. Always confirm current tariffs with Birmingham Airport before you travel. We strive to keep our pricing data as accurate as possible. If you spot an updated price we missed, please contact us to let us know.
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