Exeter Airport, located four miles east of the city centre welcomes over 400,000 passengers through its terminal each year. If you're planning to start your holiday right, you can eliminate one source of hassle by using convenient and secure parking at Exeter Airport with APH. With over 45 years of experience, we provide you with complete peace of mind.
Browse our detailed guide below to find out more about Exeter Airport car parking, including tips on how to get the best deal. Book your space today or get in touch for more advice.
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APH offers off-airport parking at Exeter in partnership with FlyParks Park & Fly. This convenient Drop and Go service is located just a five-minute walk from the terminal.
Ready to fly? Secure your space now for a great deal with our Exeter Airport car parking.
| Car Park | Customer rating | Price from |
|---|---|---|
| Flyparks Park & Fly | 4.6 out of 5 | £143.00 |
Exeter Airport only has one terminal, with the departure lounge and check-in hall both on the ground floor. All our parking options, provided courtesy of FlyParks, are just a few minutes away on foot. With the Park Mark® Safer Parking award providing an added layer of security, you can get ready to fly with total peace of mind.
Promising a smooth start to your holiday, FlyParks offer Drop and Go parking exclusively for Exeter Airport. This Park Mark® certified car park features security fencing, CCTV, and 24-hour patrols for ultimate security.
There's no need to spend hours searching for a space, either. When you arrive at the FlyParks car park, the ANPR will log and register your vehicle. After you've parked in a space of your choice, you can simply stroll to the bottom of the car park and find the terminal just 120 metres away.
Keep your car keys with you unless you've arranged otherwise. If you have any special requests for Exeter Airport meet and greet parking, please contact us.
We know there's no compromise on safety and security for your vehicle when you're looking for parking at Exeter Airport. However, getting a great price is important, so we're here to guarantee the best value. Rob, contact centre manager at APH, knows a few handy tips to help you lower the costs.
"Planning is the most important step. The sooner you book airport parking, the better prices you'll see. You won't need to use a shuttle service for our Exeter Airport parking, so the price you pay always offers maximum convenience. Secure your space now for unbeatable peace of mind!"
1. Book early
Getting organised is the best way to save some cash on your airport parking. If you book your space more than six months before you plan to travel, you could pay 38% less than the cost of last-minute Exeter Airport parking.
We know late bookings are sometimes unavoidable. In any case, try to reserve your space as soon as you've confirmed your plans. Use our handy table below to see how our prices change – and to find out how much you could save.
2. Sign up for exclusive offers
Sign up to our mailing list to be the first to know about the latest deals on car parking at Exeter Airport. You'll also receive a 10% discount code to use straight away!
Enter your email address at the bottom of this page to claim your discount. If you've already signed up, head over to our help section to learn more about the different parking options. Just make sure to check our terms and conditions before you book. Some of our services are non-refundable.
Ready to go? Use our search function to add the finishing touch to your holiday plans. If you'd like any more assistance on departure day, head to our information hub or get in touch with our friendly team. We're here to help you find Exeter Airport parking that works for you.
Can I pick up and drop off at Exeter Airport?
If you're dropping off friends, family or colleagues at Exeter Airport, you can park directly in front of the terminal building. Car Park P1, the closest possible drop-off point, has entry charges as follows: · Up to 30 minutes: £5 · 30-60 minutes: £7.50 · 1-2 hours: £10.00 · 2-4 hours: £15.00 · 4-12 hours: £20.00 · 12-24 hours: £45.00
Can I change my Exeter Airport parking booking?
If you've booked in advance, you might be able to change your reservation. Please fill in the amend or cancel form or get in touch to make your request.
Will my car be safe at Exeter AIrport?
Security is a top priority for us. We're proud to partner with parking facilities that have been approved for the Park Mark® Safer Parking Award. This is an official Police Crime Prevention Initiative scheme that's intended to reduce crime and increase confidence in car parks across the UK. Any car parks that carry this award have been proven to hold high standards of maintenance, security and management. When you're choosing Exeter Airport parking, don't forget to look out for the Park Mark tick.
I have mobility issues. Can I book meet & greet parking at Exeter Airport?
We try to make our parking options as accessible as possible. If you need a space reserved specifically for disabled customers, the meet and greet Exeter Airport car parking service may be suitable for you. To arrange this, you'll simply need to arrive at the FlyParks car park and let a member of the team know. From there, staff can assist you in reaching the terminal building 120 metres away. Exeter Airport also provides support for hidden disabilities, including autism.
What if I’m running late?
We understand that you might be late to the airport for reasons beyond your control. Whether you're stuck in traffic or you've encountered a problem on the roads, we're here to help. We recommend that you contact your chosen parking provider as soon as possible. If your inbound flight is delayed, your provider will be able to track you with the flight numbers you provided during the booking process.
How do I get to Exeter Airport?
The M5 offers the most direct access to Exeter Airport – just join the A30 from junction 29. If you're travelling from the east on the A30, exit onto the B1384. Follow the postcode EX5 2BD if you're using a satnav.
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Searches for a suitable site for an aerodrome at Exeter began in 1932, although it was not until 1937 that the airport became operational, with the Exeter Corporation having had to make a compulsory purchase order on the land they had identified as suitable.
The first aircraft to land at the airport was a Leopard Moth, which was carrying film reels of the coronation of George VI for Exeter’s cinemas, and the first regular flights were operated by Jersey Air to the Channel Islands, followed shortly by Railway Air services to Plymouth and Cardiff.
During the second world war, Exeter Airport became an RAF Sector Station and headquarters of the Polish day-fighter Wing No 2. The Polish Air Force 307 Squadron was also stationed at Exeter.
Airline operations commenced in 1952 by Jersey Airlines, although the airport remained a joint RAF/Civil airfield throughout the 1960s. In 1961, F&J Mann Airways, operating as Westpoint Aviation, began ad hoc passenger and freight services, eventually launching their first scheduled service, from Newquay via Exeter to London, in 1963. Other services from Exeter during this period included Birmingham and Manchester, while flights to the Isles of Scilly and Austria commenced in 1973.
Improvements to the runway began in 1981 and in 1982 a new passenger terminal was constructed, establishing Exeter as an important airport in the West Country. In 2007, annual passenger numbers exceeded one million for the first time. Several changes of ownership led to the purchase of the airport by the Patriot Aerospace division of the Rigby Group, which owns Coventry Airport, in 2013.
In 2019, Exeter ranked fourth out of 30 airports for customer satisfaction in a Which? magazine survey and passenger numbers once again surpassed the one million mark, thanks in part to the introduction of new services by Ryanair.
There is one terminal at Exeter Airport. If you are travelling to the airport by car, it is a good idea to book your airport parking in advance for the best prices and availability.
Once inside the terminal building, you’ll find the check-in area right opposite the entrance, with check-in desks and self-service kiosks. After checking in, head for security to the left-hand side of the concourse and proceed through the screening process to the departures hall and boarding gates.
Destinations that you can fly to from Exeter include (note some destinations are seasonal, and all are subject to change):
The check-in desks are opposite the main terminal entrance. Make sure all your travel documentation including your passport is valid and up to date in advance of travel. Some countries require passport validity to be a minimum of six months, but all countries have different requirements. You can refer to the government foreign travel advice as well as advice from your airline.
For recommended check-in times, refer to the documentation from your airline. You must allow for potential queues through security of up to 45 minutes, bearing in mind that must be ready to board your flight 30 mins prior to the departure time. The check-in desks for charter flights usually open around two and a half hours prior to departure and close one hour prior.
If you are travelling with Ryanair, you must check in online and print your boarding pass before arriving at the airport. Alternatively, you can download your boarding pass on the Ryanair app. When you arrive at the airport you can proceed directly to security and the departures hall.
There are certain items that you are not permitted to carry in your hand luggage. Check hand luggage restrictions at home before you pack.
By car
Exeter Airport is around four miles east of the city centre and is easily reached by car via the A30. If you are driving your own vehicle, make sure you book your airport parking in advance for the best prices and availability.
From Tiverton to Exeter Airport is 15 miles, via the A396.
From Exmouth to Exeter Airport is 9.4 miles, via the A376.
From Torquay to Exeter Airport is 26 miles, via the A380.
From Taunton to Exeter Airport is 30 miles, via the M5.
From Plymouth to Exeter Airport is 49 miles, via the A38.
Exeter Airport post code: EX5 2BD.
By bus
Stagecoach operate bus service 4A between St David’s Station and the airport via the city centre, Honiton Road P&R, Science Park and Cranbrook. Departures are regular throughout the day, although only hourly on Sundays.
By rail
The nearest railways station to Exeter Airport is three miles away at Cranbrook, where you’ll find trains to/from London Waterloo, Exeter Central and Exeter St David’s.
Exeter Central is six miles away and also offers a service to London Waterloo, as well as to Exmouth and other destinations throughout North and South Devon.
Exeter St David’s is seven miles from the airport and offers a service to London Paddington, as well as to Exmouth via Exeter Central, Plymouth and other destinations throughout North and South Devon and Cornwall.
Digby & Sowton is five miles from the airport with trains to Exeter St David’s, Exmouth and destinations throughout North and South Devon.
Tiverton Parkway is eighteen miles from the airport with trains to London Paddington.
For more information on rail travel to Devon visit trainline.com.
Car Park 1
You can drop-off and pick-up passengers in the designated drop-off and pick-up bays in Car Park 1, opposite the main terminal. The drop-off and pick-up parking fee is £4.00 for up to 30 minutes. Car Park 1 operates Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) technology to record vehicle registration numbers as they enter the car park. Payment is made by card machine at the exit barrier, or by other payment methods at the Pay Stations or Car Park Customer Service Office.
Car Park 1 parking charges:
Blue Badge holders receive a free period for drop-off and pick-up in Car Park 1, or for pick-up in Car Park 2 for passengers arriving in to Arrivals 2. You need to use the intercom call button at the entry barrier to the car park to request the free period, and again at the exit barrier to request exit.
Note that stopping is not permitted on any of the airport terminal approach roads, by law.
There are two Short Stay car parks at Exeter Airport: Car Park 1 and Car Park 2. Car Park 1 is less than 50m from the terminal entrance, while Car Park 2 is just under 70m from the terminal entrance. You can turn up and pay on the day at both car parks and there are no vehicle height restrictions.
Car Park 1 parking charges:
Car Park 2 parking charges:
Alternatively, you can book your airport parking in advance for the best prices and availability.
A Fast Track security service provides priority access for passengers to the security screening process. Although it is mandatory for all passengers to complete the security procedures and follow the security regulations, a Fast Track security lane means you can beat the queues during busy periods. Fast Track passes can usually be purchased from the Fast Track Kiosk, or online in advance of travel.
Please check with Exeter Airport prior to your date of departure if a Fast Track service will be operational for your flight.
Special assistance bookings should be requested directly with your airline or travel agent at the time of booking your flight, or at least 48 hours prior to travel. Passenger requirements will be passed to the airport’s Special Assistance team, who will be able to help from point of arrival at the airport, as required
If you make your own way into the terminal, you can go straight to the Help Point at the Assistance Desk in the check-in hall.
If you are travelling with your own mobility aid, such as a wheelchair or scooter, you need to inform the airline at the time of booking and advise them of its specifications. You will also need to advise the staff at check-in of any need for wheelchair carriage and arrangements will be made for electric wheelchair battery isolation.
If you are arriving by car, you can use the Help Point ‘Call Button’ at the car park entry barrier to contact the car park Customer Service office. Alternatively, if necessary, you can attract attention on the CCTV by flashing the vehicle headlights.
If you are being dropped off at the airport, Blue Badge holders receive a free period for drop-off and pick-up in Car Park 1, or for pick-up in Car Park 2 for passengers arriving in to Arrivals 2. You need to use the intercom call button at the entry barrier to the car park to request the free period, and again at the exit barrier to request exit.
Car Park 1 is 50m from the terminal entrance, from where the check-in desks are a further 20m, security a further 30m and boarding gate a further 20-50m. From the boarding gate to the aircraft is 120m.
There are Blue Badge parking bays in Car Parks P1, P2, P3 and P4.
If you need to carry liquid medicines, inhalers or foodstuffs of more than 100ml in your hand luggage, you may need to provide a supporting prescription or doctor’s note. You must check with your airline in advance of travel.
EpiPens and Insulin Injection Pens do not require supporting documentation, either for hand luggage or for bags in the hold.
If you have a pacemaker or other medical device, make sure you advise the security staff before proceeding through the metal detector archway.
There is a private area for manual searches, if required.
Accessible toilets are available throughout the airport terminal in the check-in hall, departures lounge, boarding gate area and arrivals hall.
You can remain in your own mobility equipment all the way to the departure gate. Airport staff will be on hand to ensure it is made safe for carriage in the hold of the aircraft.
You must confirm the specifications of your equipment, such as weight and dimensions and, if electric, how to power it off, with the airline in advance.
Recognised assistance dogs may travel in the cabin with Special Assistance passengers on some airlines; you must check with the airline or your travel agent at the time of booking. You will need to provide name, age and weight of the dog.
Exeter Airport participates in the Hidden Disability Sunflower Lanyard scheme. Sunflower lanyards are available from the Special Assistance Desk in the check-in area. Sunflower lanyards are recognised by airport staff as identifying someone who may need some extra assistance or consideration when passing through the airport or boarding the aircraft. Additional help for those with hidden disabilities can be provided as follows:
BSL trained staff to assist those who are hearing impaired.
Staff trained by Guide Dogs for the Blind to guide sight-impaired passengers.
Security staff are trained to deal with this condition.
Exeter Airport is dementia friendly, with staff trained by the local Primary Care Group as “Dementia Friends.”
Guided familiarisation tours may be booked in advance, at least two weeks prior to date of travel:
Tel: 07896 168 326
Email: assistance@exeter-airport.co.uk
Some passengers may find this Exeter Airport Procedures video helpful.
Special Assistance passengers can request entry to the airport’s Quiet Room from the Special Assistance Desk. The Quiet Room is designed to be a refuge away from the noise and bright lights of the departures lounge. The room is intended for those with hidden disabilities, such as autism, and as a place where anxious travellers can relax, contemplate spirituality or in prayer.
You are permitted to carry sufficient baby milk, baby food and sterilised water for your journey, even if it exceeds 100ml. There is no need for a clear resealable bag. All food and drink will be machine tested.
Note that formula and baby food are not sold at Exeter Airport.
Be prepared in advance and note that the following items must be placed in a tray to go through the x-ray machine:
All items must be screened – including teddies and toys – so you might want to let little ones know in advance that their best cuddly friends are in for a little adventure!
There are baby changing facilities throughout the terminal, both before security and after security.
If you are travelling with a pushchair or buggy, you can usually take it right up to the gate, just before you board your flight. However, different airlines have different restrictions so please check with them in advance. Collapsible buggies are normally permitted in addition to the parents’ luggage allowance but please check with your airline before travel. Infants may also have their own small baggage allowance.
Exeter Airport has its own dedicated corporate aviation facilities, XLR Executive Jet Centres, for chartered and private corporate aircraft. The centre is separate to the main terminal building and has a dedicated VIP lounge and crew facilities.
Within the main airport terminal, you’ll find the Executive Lounge on the first floor, with runway views, comfortable seating, unlimited free WiFi, newspapers, magazines and complimentary drinks and snacks. You can make a booking at the kiosks prior to security or at the Executive Lounge reception desk. You can also book online. Cardholders such as Diners Club, Dragon Pass, Lounge Pass and Priority Pass are welcome.
Exeter Airport has a Quiet Room where passengers of all faiths can come to pray, or for spiritual contemplation. The room is also available to Special Assistance passengers with hidden disabilities, such as autism.
You can grab a coffee or a bite to eat before you fly, either before security or in the departures hall, near to the boarding gates. Cafés and bars are open according to flight schedules.
Coastline Café
Hot and cold drinks, toasties, pastries and snacks
In the departures hall
Smoking and vaping are not permitted anywhere inside the terminal building at Exeter Airport.
There is a water refill station in the departures hall, near to the boarding gates, after security.
Shop for your favourite brands and duty-free liquor in the World Duty Free store, after security. To save time, use the Reserve & Collect service, which is available up to one month prior to departure. You don’t need to pay for your items until you collect them at the airport. Orders must be placed at least 24 hours prior to travel.
Other shops at Exeter Airport include:
After Security - WHSmith
Exeter Airport does not currently have any EV (electric vehicle) charging points in the airport car parks. Here are some of the EV charging stations closest to the airport:
VendElectric Charging Station
153 Younghayes Road
Cranbrook
EX5 7DR
Co Charger Limited Charging Station
Science Park Centre, 6 Anning Drive
Babbage Way
EX5 2FN
Osprey Charging Station
2 Bakers Way
EX4 8GA
There is free WiFi Exeter Airport in the departures hall and Executive Lounge.
Luggage trolleys at Exeter are free of charge.
If you leave any items behind on the aircraft, then you need to get in contact with the airline directly. If you lose any items within the airport, you can contact lost property as follows:
Lost property - Adjacent to the arrivals building
Passports will be handed to the police to be returned to the passport office.
The Help Point is at the Special Assistance Desk in the check-in area.