How much is parking at Exeter Airport?
Exeter Airport, in Devon, has four official car parks. Turning up without a booking is possible in Car Parks P1, P2 and P4. Car Park P4 is the cheapest drive-up option at £25 for 12 to 24 hours, then £30 for each extra 24 hours, while Car Park P2 is reported at £40 per 24 hours and Car Park P1, directly opposite the terminal, at £50 per 24 hours. Car Park P3 is pre-booked only. Pre-booking is far cheaper, with official Long Stay roughly £65 to £105 for eight days.
| Option | Price | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Car Park P4: drive-up | Free up to 30 minutes; £2 up to 1 hour; £5 for 1 to 4 hours; £12 for 4 to 12 hours; £25 for 12 to 24 hours; £30 for each extra 24 hours | Free drop-off and pick-up, and the cheapest drive-up parking; allow about 10 minutes for the walk |
| Car Park P2: drive-up | £15 up to 1 hour; £20 for 1 to 4 hours; £30 for 4 to 12 hours; £40 per 24 hours | Short visits, Blue Badge bays and collections from Arrivals 2 |
| Car Park P1: drive-up | £8 up to 15 minutes; £15 up to 1 hour; £20 for 1 to 4 hours; £30 for 4 to 12 hours; £50 per 24 hours | The closest stop to the terminal, with drop-off and pick-up bays opposite the entrance |
| Long Stay (P3 and P4): pre-booked | Roughly £65 to £105 for 8 days (about £8 to £13 a day) | Most trips; the cheapest official option (P3 is pre-booked only) |
| Short Stay (P1 and P2): pre-booked | Roughly £64 to £109 for 8 days | The shortest walk to the terminal at a pre-booked price |
| Off-airport Park & Fly | Roughly £59 to £113 for 8 days (examples from booking sites) | An alternative to official parking, with a short transfer |
Pre-booked prices are examples quoted by booking sites and change with dates and demand. The drive-up prices above come from the airport's published tariff and third-party listings of it, so check the live quote before you drive. Seven days of drive-up parking costs about £205 in Car Park P4, £280 in Car Park P2 and £350 in Car Park P1.
Use our interactive Exeter Airport Parking Calculator below to quickly estimate your total parking cost. Drive-up car parks are charged per 24 hours or part thereof, and the pre-booked option is shown as a daily estimate. Whether you are away for a weekend or a two-week trip, comparing your expected fees in advance can help you budget and choose the right car park.
Exeter Airport Parking Calculator
What is the cheapest parking at Exeter Airport?
The cheapest official option at Exeter Airport is pre-booked Long Stay parking in Car Parks P3 and P4, from roughly £8 to £13 a day in examples quoted by booking sites. If you turn up without a booking, Car Park P4 is the cheapest, at £25 for the first 24 hours and £30 for each extra day. Off-airport Park & Fly lots can also be competitive, with example prices from around £59 for eight days.
Ways to Pay Less for Exeter Airport Parking
Drive-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, with savings of up to 60% advertised by booking sites. Note that bookings must be made at least two hours before you arrive.
If you do turn up without a booking, avoid Car Park P1 for anything longer than a quick stop. Car Park P4 costs half as much per day, and P2 sits in the middle.
For drop-offs and pick-ups, use Car Park P4, which is free for up to 30 minutes, rather than paying £8 for up to 15 minutes in Car Park P1. Allow around 10 minutes of the free period for the walk to the terminal, and when collecting someone, wait until they are ready before entering. Stopping on the terminal approach roads is not permitted.
Blue Badge bays are available in Car Parks P1 and P2. You do not need to specify Blue Badge parking when booking online; just park in an allocated bay when you arrive.
Finally, for shorter trips, it may be best to skip parking altogether. Stagecoach bus services link the airport with Exeter, Cranbrook and Exeter St David's station, 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 Exeter 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 Exeter Airport commonly costs roughly £20 to £40 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 Exeter trip.
Exeter Airport Parking vs. Taxi & Rideshare Calculator
Exeter Airport Parking FAQ
Is there free parking at Exeter Airport?
Yes. Car Park P4 is free for up to 30 minutes, which is the airport's free option for dropping off or collecting passengers. After 30 minutes the P4 tariff applies, starting at £2 for up to an hour.
How much does it cost to drop someone off at Exeter Airport?
The drop-off and pick-up bays in Car Park P1, opposite the main terminal, cost £8 for up to 15 minutes, £15 up to one hour and £20 for one to four hours. Dropping off in Car Park P4 is free for up to 30 minutes. Stopping on the terminal approach roads is not permitted.
Can I turn up and park at Exeter Airport without a booking?
Yes, in Car Parks P1, P2 and P4 on the published drive-up tariff. Car Park P3 is restricted to pre-booked parking only, so booking ahead is recommended for anything longer than a few hours.
Disclaimer: All parking and taxi rates are estimated, based on prices checked in October 2026, and subject to change without notice. Pre-booked prices are examples and vary by date. Always confirm current tariffs with Exeter 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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