East Midlands drop-off charge
Dropping off at East Midlands costs £5 for up to 15 minutes (Rapid Drop-off, barrier-free in front of the terminal).
- Penalty if unpaid: £100
- Free alternative: Short Stay car park free drop-off (30 min)
- Pay by: Barrier-free — pay by 23:59 the day after your visit (online or by phone; payment cannot be made on exit)
The free alternative: Short Stay car park free drop-off
How long will you stop?
£5
- Short Stay car park free drop-off is free for 30 minutes.
If you don't pay
Penalty: £100. £100 Parking Charge for overstaying the 30-minute maximum or non-payment, reduced to £60 if paid within 14 days, plus a debt-recovery fee of up to £70 Payment deadline: Barrier-free — pay by 23:59 the day after your visit (online or by phone; payment cannot be made on exit).
Frequently asked questions
How much is the drop-off charge at East Midlands?
£5 for up to 15 minutes (Rapid Drop-off, barrier-free in front of the terminal)
Can I pay the East Midlands drop-off charge after I leave?
Yes — pay by Barrier-free — pay by 23:59 the day after your visit (online or by phone; payment cannot be made on exit). £100 Parking Charge for overstaying the 30-minute maximum or non-payment, reduced to £60 if paid within 14 days, plus a debt-recovery fee of up to £70
Are Blue Badge holders exempt from the East Midlands drop-off fee?
No specific Rapid Drop-off concession is published; Blue Badge holders can use Short Stay 1 free for up to 30 minutes, or the Long Stay car park free for up to 60 minutes
How do I avoid the East Midlands drop-off fee?
Use the Short Stay car park free drop-off — free for 30 minutes. Up to 30 minutes free in the Short Stay car park for dropping off and picking up; Long Stay 2 also offers one hour free
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Sources & method
- Official East Midlands drop-off page — verified 2026-06-10
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