Fundamentally all airports consist of 4 types of airport parking, short stay car parking, mid stay car parking, long stay car parking and off site airport parking which will be situated near to the airport but not on the airport car parking sites. The costs will vary for all of these and may influence your decision as to which car park to use. Short stay car parks are the most convenient as they are generally are the nearest to the airport but are the most expensive. Mid stay car parks are generally the best option in terms of distance from the airport terminal and cost. Long stay car parking is a long way from the terminal but the cheapest option in respect of airport car parking.
Off site airport parking is usually via an independent source based several miles outside of the airport car parking facilities. Various companies operate this service and can be found either on line or via a local directory of the airport area. Off site airport parking is a very popular choice for people who will be travelling for a long period of time and car parking within the airport is not an economic option. People use it even for short trips as very often a very personal chauffeur service is offered by companies operating off airport parking.
Once you have found the off airport parking company you wish to use you must determine how long the transfer to the airport will be so that you can consider this time in conjunction with your check in time. The company will be able to advise this as well as giving precise directions as to their location so you do not waste valuable time trying to find their office.
Off airport parking companies will ensure your vehicle is safely stored for the duration of your time away and will have the ability to transfer you to the airport via one of their vehicles and drivers. Your return arrangements must be determined before you leave for your destination in that you will need a contact number for the off parking airport parking company. Usually they will monitor your flight arrival but may expect a call to determine your whereabouts after landing. They will either collect you and return to you their offices or arrange to have your car delivered to you.
Payment for any off airport parking will be determined by the individual company concerned however it is essential to pre-book as you cannot just turn up if you choose off airport parking as your choice. The other options of short stay, mid stay or long stay do not need to be pre-booked. Credit and debit cards are accepted for pre-payment by off airport parking and either a deposit or full payment may be required. |
