If you are planning your next trip and need parking near Stansted Airport, then you are in the right place! This article will take you through the different Stansted parking charges and help you find the best deals for your trip. With the advice below you will easily find the cheapest Stansted parking option and save money on your holiday.
As at most airports, there are two main types of parking at Stansted Airport. There are the official parking services operated by the airport and the off-site parking services run by different companies. Official car parks are usually located closer to the airport than off-site options, but can cost more for the convenience. It is worth comparing the two options to see which offers the best value for money. In the table below you will find both options for travel for 1 week (8 days) or 2 weeks (15 days) in October 2020.
| Parking Service | Price Per Day | Price per week | Price per 2 weeks | Transfer Time | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| I Love Park & Ride | £8.76 | £70.04 | £123.60 | 5 minutes | 8.2 |
| Long Stay Official | £8.90 | £71.17 | £108.77 | 15 minutes | 8.7 |
| CSL Park & Ride | £9.01 | £72.09 | £132.87 | 3 minutes | 8.7 |
| Maple Parking | £9.14 | £73.12 | £102.99 | 3 minutes | 8.9 |
| Peak Park & Ride | £9.53 | £76.21 | £92.69 | 3 minutes | 8.5 |
| Stansted Easy Parking | £10.30 | £82.39 | £108.14 | 2 minutes | 9.5 |
| Meet & Greet Official | £10.94 | £87.55 | £109.18 | 2 minutes | 8.4 |
| Short Stay Official | £10.94 | £87.55 | £109.18 | 5 minutes | 8.7 |
*Table prices based on prices for October 2020 with a reservation made in advance. Stansted Airport parking prices can vary by reservation date.
Located just 1.5 miles from the airport, I Love Park & Ride offers regular on demand shuttles that take 5 minutes to reach the terminal. The car park is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, ensuring that you will make your early and late flights. It is a great option for long stay breaks of over a week. Staff are friendly and professional and ensure that your vehicle is looked after with a high priority given to security of the car park.
The Long Stay car park is operated by the airport and is 3 miles from the airport. It takes 15 minutes to reach the airport by bus and runs every 15 minutes and has some of the lowest Stansted Airport parking charges on the list! Simply drive to the car park barrier, your number plate will be scanned and once it has opened you can park your car where you like and keep the keys.
CSL Park and Ride will provide you with a fantastic value service. Their friendly staff will make sure that your experience is top notch and that you have all the help and information you need. The shuttle bus is just a 3-minute drive to the airport terminal and operates 24/7. There is a charge of £1 per person for use of the shuttle. Your car will also be well looked after with all the security features you could need, including CCTV, security fencing and 24-hour surveillance.
This Park & Ride service with Maple Parking is located just 2 miles from the airport. Shuttles run on demand and take less than 5 minutes to transfer you to the terminal. You will be picked up and dropped off at Zone C, just outside the terminal building. Maple Parking is a good option for long term stays and has the second highest Stansted parking cost for off-site parking.
Peak Park and Ride is an effective parking service at Stansted offering the cheapest rates for 2 weeks at just £92.69, the only service under £100. It is located just 2 miles from the airport and shuttles run on demand taking around 3 minutes. Security at this car park is well thought out with manned patrols, fencing, gated entry and CCTV to keep your vehicle safe.
Easy Parking offers the cheapest Meet and Greet service in the table and as its name suggests, you will have a stress-free experience with this service. It is a friendly family business with professional valet drivers greeting you at the terminal and taking car of your car while you are away. It is the perfect option for business travel and those who want just a short walk to the terminal without the worry about parking the car.
The official valet service is a great option for Meet and Greet as there are no additional Stansted Airport parking fees for official services unlike for off-site services. There is no hassle with this parking service, you just drop your car off with a trained valet outside the terminal. You then only have to walk 2 minutes to check-in and your car will be parked at a secure car park. Ideal if you are travelling with children or lots of luggage!
The official Short Stay option is the most expensive Stansted Airport parking service available in our list, but it is also one of the most convenient. The car park is located just a few minutes’ walk from the terminal and provides you easy access with your luggage. It is a great option if you are travelling for just a few days or over the weekend. You also benefit from the additional security of being on the airport terrain and get to park your car yourself and keep the keys.
