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East Midlands Airport Short Stay 1

East Midlands Airport Short Stay 1

Why Book Short Stay Parking at East Midlands Airport. 

Short Stay Parking offers a simple and convenient option for travellers heading off on a short break or business trip. Just a short walk from the terminal, it provides easy access to check in without the need for transfer buses.

Here’s why travellers choose East Midlands Airport's Short Stay Car Park 1:

  • Immediate proximity to the terminal, only a few minutes' walk

  • No need for shuttle buses, ideal for quick departures

  • Safe and secure parking with CCTV, patrols and staffed presence

  • Spaces kept within the same protected area throughout your trip

  • Reliable service with friendly staff on hand to assist

  • Operates 24/7 throughout the year

Enjoy a smooth start and finish to your journey with this convenient and dependable parking option, giving you complete peace of mind from the moment you arrive.

Walking time 1 - 5 minutes
24-hour operation
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Location

Address:
East Midlands Airport Viscount Road Castle Donington
Derby DE74 2SA
East Midlands Airport Short Stay 1, East Midlands Airport map

Other information

  1. Directions
  2. Additional Information
  3. Terms and Conditions

Directions

  1. Exit the M1 or A42 onto the A453.
  2. Follow the road until you reach the main entrance to the airport.
  3. Turn right into the airport. At the roundabout, take your second exit going straight on towards the airport and Short Stay 1.
  4. The entrance to Short Stay 1 will be on your immediate left.

Arrival instructions

Parking at the Short Stay Parking is easy:

  1. Short Stay is a popular choice with limited availability, so book your parking in advance to reserve your space.
  2. On the day, simply drive up to the car park barrier, and our ANPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition) system will recognise your car's number plate and open the barrier. There's no need to take a token.
  3. Find a space and park up, then walk the short distance to the terminal building.

Please ensure you allow time to park your car and make your way into the airport terminal.

Return instructions

On return to the airport:

  1. On your return, walk back to the car park and find your car right where you left it.
  2. When you drive up to the barrier it'll recognise your number plate again and you can drive away.

Important information

Please ensure you read the important information below to help make your journey as smooth as possible.

Vehicle requirements

  • All vehicles must be roadworthy and hold a valid MOT.

Security

The car park is watched over by 24-hour CCTV so you can enjoy your trip knowing that your car is being well looked after.

Disabled facilities

Disabled parking bays are available, offering convenient access for travellers who require closer proximity to the terminal. These designated spaces provide added ease and reassurance for a smoother start to your journey.

Vehicle restrictions

  • Standard cars must fit within a 2.4m x 4.8m bay and be under 3.0m in height.

  • Motorhomes, camper vans, lorries, caravans, trailers and oversized vehicles are not permitted.

  • A grace period of up to 6 hours is allowed. After this, an overstay charge of £20.00 per day applies.

Terms and Conditions

  1. This car park is Semi-Flexible:
    1. Need to Change Your Plans?
      • If your booking is due to start within 4 days of your booking date then unfortunately, once booked, you will not be able to cancel or amend your booking, and it will be non-refundable.
        If you are booking further in advance you can cancel or amend your booking up to 4 days before your parking period begins without any charges.
    2. Parking Period:
      • Your parking period starts at 12:01 AM on the first day of your booked dates, regardless of your pre-booked arrival time.
    3. Important to Note:
      • If you don’t cancel or update your booking at least 4 days before your parking period begins, we’ll need to charge you for the full booking. Also, please be aware that we can’t offer refunds if you return earlier than planned.
    4. Booking Adjustments:
      • If you make changes to your booking and the price changes, we’ll either charge or refund the difference based on the adjustments.