Airport Parking Costs In the UK & Europe
As if going on holiday wasn’t a dent to your bank account enough, car parking costs come back to sting you when you least expect it, especially if you’re heading away for more than 7 days. For those of us who prefer driving to the airport and leaving our car in their safe hands (and let’s faces it, when you have a family, or lots of luggage – it’s definitely easier than taking public transport). So wise up about parking costs and make sure you’re getting the best value from your airport… Here are five top airports in Europe and the UK and their prices;
Heathrow Airport
Heathrow’s car parking is dealt by the BAA Advance company which has a easy-to-navigate through website! Online you can book and pay for parking in advance, preventing any queuing or last minute panic! Heathrow boasts great value parking. The online search engine allows customers to plan their stay and receive a quote on how much it will cost! A range of different parking is available from long stay to short stay, to business to Valet Parking. Online prices show a significant discount in comparison to “Online Prices”. For a long holiday the price of parking for a week is £74.10 as opposed to the standard £114.80! For £86.40 there’s no waiting time, with a 3-minute transfer to your terminal- it’s hassle free and cost effective!
Heathrow Airport, London, UK by diamond geezer
Munich Airport
Munich was crowned Europe’s best Airport in 2011 and it’s parking shows an indication as to why! As well as providing safe and secure parking, Munich airport offers value added services such as maintenance repair, washing, picking up and delivery! Convenience and secure parking it 16 euro per day. If you’re lacking organization last minute parking is also an option at the curb side stopping zones at Terminal 1 (modules A, B, D & E), and Terminal 2! Valet parking is very reasonably prices at 20 Euro’s, whilst XXL parking- the “extra wide, extra close” for vehicles bigger in size is conveniently located in close proximity to the terminals and prices at only 9 euro’s per day.
Photo of Munich Airport, Germany by WastedButReady
Dublin Airport
It’s strongly advised to book in advance if you’re heading to Dublin Airport! By turning up without a booking, expect to be charged up to 40 euros per day! Prices are considerably less with a simple online booking! Get a “Summer Special” deal with great savings and convenience; it’s a mere walk to the check-in! Both Express Red Long Term & Holiday Blue Long Term offer regular efficient shuttle buses- ideal if you have heavy luggage!
Photo of Dublin Airport Terminal 1, Ireland by Edwardmcwilliams
Zurich Airport
Switzerland Zurich Airport promises “low-cost car parking” and it certainly delivers just that! If you’re after long-term parking, spaces are available at the car park p60 at specially reduced rates! Situated a short walk from the airports main building, roughly 10 minutes, P60 is an outdoor parking space which is easily accessible and bookings aren’t required!
Photo of Zurich Airport, Switzerland by sri_the_quack
Schiphol, Amsterdam
Schiphol is often cited as one of Europe’s, if not one of the worlds, most impressive airports! Be smart and go for Smart Parking, which can be booked from a period of 3 days! Parking is attractively low prices; operating on a 5 euro per day charge. Booking in advance as much as 6 weeks before your stay will save you money, with prices reduced from 5 euro to 4.32 per day!
Photo of Schiphol, Amsterdam, Netherlands by Cjh1452000
About the author: Adam B travels a lot for business in his job and is always flying in an out of airports, he has a passion for flying and works for Sixt.co.uk
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True enough, the cost for traveling is already heavy on the pockets. What with the added burden on airport parking. Some airports charge big on their services especially when its peak season and everybody is travelling. Thankfully, blogs like these give us information on cost-effective ways to travel. Even detailed information are provided for our general knowledge.