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How much is parking at Luton Airport?
On-the-day parking at Luton Airport costs £35 per day in Long Stay, £40 per day in Mid Stay and £75 per 24 hours in Terminal Car Parks 1 and 2. These are the official gate prices, paid when you leave without booking. Pre-booking is usually much cheaper.
| Option | On-the-day price | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Terminal Car Park 1 | £15 up to 30 minutes; £30.50 for 1 to 3 hours; £75 for 9 to 24 hours and each additional day | A 4-minute walk to the terminal via a covered link bridge |
| Terminal Car Park 2 | Same tariff as Terminal Car Park 1: £75 per 24 hours | A 5-minute walk to the terminal |
| Mid Stay | £15 up to 1 hour; £40 for each day or part of a day | Stays of a few days, with a 10-minute walk to the terminal |
| Long Stay | Free up to 2 hours; £35 for the first day and each additional day | Longer trips, with a shuttle bus about every 20 minutes |
| Drop-off zone | £7 for 10 minutes, then £1 per minute | Quick drop-offs at the terminal |
Prices are effective from 22 June 2026. Seven days at the on-the-day rate costs £245 in Long Stay, £280 in Mid Stay and £525 in the Terminal Car Parks.
Use our interactive Luton Parking Calculator below to quickly estimate your total parking cost at London Luton. 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.
Luton Parking Calculator
What is the cheapest parking at Luton Airport?
The cheapest official on-the-day option at Luton is the Long Stay car park at £35 a day, and it is free for the first 2 hours. Pre-booked official parking and off-airport Park & Ride car parks near Luton are often far cheaper, with off-airport lots commonly listed from around £5 to £7 a day when booked in advance.
Ways to Pay Less for Luton Parking
Gate prices 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. Luton advertises savings of up to 65% for pre-booking.
For trips lasting two days or more, Long Stay or an off-airport Park & Ride lot is usually the most cost-effective choice; the shuttle adds a little time but delivers the biggest savings. The £75 Terminal Car Park rate only makes sense for short visits.
For pick-ups, the Long Stay car park is free for up to 2 hours, which avoids both the Terminal Car Park tariff and the £7 drop-off zone charge.
You can also compare off-airport Park & Ride lots near Luton, which are frequently much cheaper than on-airport parking.
Finally, for shorter trips, it may be best to skip parking altogether. Trains run to Luton Airport Parkway station, with the Luton DART shuttle connecting it to the terminal, 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 Luton 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 Luton commonly costs anywhere from about £30 to £100 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 Luton trip.
Luton Parking vs. Taxi & Rideshare Calculator
Luton Parking FAQ
How much is a week of parking at Luton?
Seven days at the on-the-day rate is £245 in Long Stay (7 × £35), £280 in Mid Stay (7 × £40) and £525 in the Terminal Car Parks (7 × £75).
Is there free parking at Luton Airport?
Yes, the Long Stay car park is free for up to 2 hours, which is useful for pick-ups and drop-offs. A shuttle bus connects it with the terminal.
How much does it cost to drop someone off at Luton Airport?
The drop-off and pick-up zone costs £7 for the first 10 minutes and then £1 per minute. Dropping off in the Long Stay car park is free for up to 2 hours.
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 London Luton 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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