London Stansted drop-off charge
Dropping off at London Stansted costs £10 for up to 15 minutes, £28 for stays over 15 minutes.
- Free alternative: Mid Stay car park free drop-off (60 min)
- Pay by: 23:59 the day after your visit
Current drop-off charge
£10
for up to 15 min
10 Jun 2026
Verified against:
Official London Stansted pageThe free alternative: Mid Stay car park free drop-off
How long will you stop?
£10
- Mid Stay car park free drop-off is free for 60 minutes.
If you don't pay
£28 tier applies to stays over 15 minutes (from 19 March 2026); a Parking Charge may also be issued for non-payment — amount not currently published Payment deadline: 23:59 the day after your visit.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the drop-off charge at London Stansted?
£10 for up to 15 minutes, £28 for stays over 15 minutes
Can I pay the London Stansted drop-off charge after I leave?
Yes — pay by 23:59 the day after your visit. £28 tier applies to stays over 15 minutes (from 19 March 2026); a Parking Charge may also be issued for non-payment — amount not currently published
Are Blue Badge holders exempt from the London Stansted drop-off fee?
Normal charges apply, but where the passenger holds a valid Blue Badge the driver is eligible for an extension to the 30-minute maximum stay if reasonably required
How do I avoid the London Stansted drop-off fee?
Use the Mid Stay car park free drop-off — free for 60 minutes. Free drop-off area at the Mid Stay car park with a free shuttle bus to the terminal
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Sources & method
- Official London Stansted drop-off page — verified 2026-06-10
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