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Edinburgh Airport Parking

Compare Meet & Greet, Park & Ride, On-Airport and Off-Airport parking at Edinburgh, plus everything you need to know before you travel.

Key information

Location & postcode

8 miles west of Edinburgh city centre. Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh, EH12 9DN

By road

A8 from the city or M9 Junction 1 / M8 from Glasgow

Public transport

Edinburgh Trams to the city centre and the Airlink 100 bus

Terminals

Main Terminal

Drop-off charge

£8.50 for up to 10 minutes, then £1 per minute; 30 minutes free in the Long Stay car park

Passengers per year

Around 14m+

Scotland's busiest airport has one terminal building. Drop-off is in the multi-storey car park opposite the terminal. Charges and transport details can change. Please check before you travel.

Parking options at Edinburgh

Meet & Greet

Drive to the terminal and hand your keys to a driver, who parks your car for you.

Best for: Families, business travellers and anyone short on time.

On-Airport (Short, Mid & Long Stay)

Official car parks on the airport site, either a short walk or a quick airport shuttle from the terminal.

Best for: Short trips and travellers who want to stay on airport grounds.

Park & Ride

Park in a secure car park near the airport and take a regular shuttle bus to the terminal.

Best for: Holidays of a week or more on a budget.

Off-Airport

Independent car parks further from the airport with a shuttle, or a driver who takes your car to a remote compound.

Best for: Price-conscious travellers with time to spare.

Full guide to parking types

Typical parking prices at Edinburgh

Cheapest total prices found for a drop-off in about 30 days, booking fee included. Prices change with demand, so search your dates for live prices.

Parking type3 days7 days14 days
Off-Airportfrom £13.99from £27.19from £46.79
Park & Ridefrom £16.99from £33.49from £57.99
On-Airportfrom £22.99from £46.09from £80.39
Meet & Greetfrom £27.49from £55.54from £97.19

Parking at Edinburgh Airport

Edinburgh Airport is 8 miles west of Edinburgh city centre, and handles around 14m+ passengers a year. Most travellers drive, so choosing the right car park, and booking it early, is one of the easiest ways to save money and start your trip relaxed. Our comparison brings together Meet & Greet, Park & Ride, On-Airport and Off-Airport options at Edinburgh, with the full price shown before you pay.

Driving to the airport

A8 from the city or M9 Junction 1 / M8 from Glasgow. For sat-nav, use the postcode EH12 9DN, or the postcode on your booking confirmation for your car park. Allow extra time at peak times: early mornings, Friday afternoons and the start of school holidays.

Terminals

Edinburgh has one terminal. Scotland's busiest airport has one terminal building. Drop-off is in the multi-storey car park opposite the terminal. Always check the terminal on your ticket before you book, especially for Meet & Greet, where you meet the driver at a particular terminal.

Getting dropped off instead?

The forecourt drop-off charge is £8.50 for up to 10 minutes, then £1 per minute; 30 minutes free in the Long Stay car park. If someone drops you off and picks you up, you pay twice, plus their fuel and time. For trips of a few days, pre-booked parking can work out cheaper and easier.

Public transport

Edinburgh Trams to the city centre and the Airlink 100 bus. Public transport can be a good choice if you live near a station and are travelling light.

Our top tips

Book 4–8 weeks ahead for the best prices at Edinburgh, especially for summer and half-term. Compare the total price rather than the daily rate. Add Cancellation Cover if your plans might change. Save the provider's phone number before you leave home.

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