If you are looking to greet your loved ones and get away as quickly as possible, our Pick Up (and Drop Off) Zone in Terminal Car Park 2 is most suitable for you.
Pick Up (and Drop Off) Zone
Our Pick Up (and Drop Off Zone) is the most convenient option for passengers looking to be picked up, located just a short walk away on the ground floor of Terminal Car Park 2, costing £7 for 10 minutes. You can quickly pick up passengers and be on your way.
Pick Up (and Drop Off) Zone Charges
| Up to 10 minutes | £7 |
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| 10 minutes and above | £1 per minute (max stay 30 minutes) |
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| Entry/exit | Cashless and barrier-free system |
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| Payment methods | Online only Up to midnight the following day |
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| Vehicles allowed | Cars and minibuses (up to 9 seater) |
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How does our Pick Up (and Drop off) Zone work?
- Use postcode LU2 9QT and upon arrival at the airport, follow the signs to the Pick Up / Drop Off Zone.
- Upon entering the Pick Up area your vehicle registration will be registered on Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR).
- Exit the area promptly, within 30 minutes to avoid penalty charges
- You have until midnight the following day to pay the charge.
Alternative Pick Up Option - Long Stay Car Park
If you need longer than 30 minutes to pick someone up, use our Long Stay Car Park, where you can benefit from up to 2 hours FREE parking.
Information for drivers
Drivers who need longer to pick up passengers turn up and park in our Long Stay Car Park.
| Location | Duration | Walking Time | Bus Transfer |
| Long Stay Car Park | Up to 2 hours FREE £7 for 3 hours | Not applicable | 10-minute bus ride from Bus Bay B, every 20 minutes |
Stays less than 2 hours
There is no charge for stays of less than 2 hours. Simply use the ticket provided upon entry when exiting the car park, and the barrier will lift automatically.
Stays more than 2 hours
If you have stayed longer than 2 hours, you need to pay at one of the machines before exiting the car park.
Information for passengers
Shuttle bus information
To return to the Long Stay Car Park, passengers can catch the FREE shuttle bus from Bus Bay B located just outside the terminal building. Buses take just 10 minutes and operate to and from the terminal 24 hours a day, every 20 minutes.
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