You've found a cheap
flight and you're off on holiday, but you're driving to an airport you might not be
familiar with and need to leave your car there while you're away.
Huge savings can be made when you book your airport car parking
online, with up to 60% off the on-gate price at many of the main UK airports.
You can choose from long, mid and short term parking, on-site parking,
off-site parking and 'Meet and Greet' services at selected UK airports.
When thinking about parking your vehicle at any UK airport
terminal you need to be aware of the possible issues before making an online payment.
It pays to check and compare more than just the airport parking prices
before entering your credit card details and pressing submit.
There are a number of parking possibilities at UK airports and, like finding the
best hotel deals online, the best car parking choice is not always the cheapest.
By evaluating the various UK airport car park options you can usually
find a good price, but you should also consider details like the car park's location,
safety measures, bus transfer times and car park facilities.
This is where good airport parking comparison websites can make the
extra searching worthwhile. Doing a little research can not only save you money but could
save you time and piece of mind as well.
When searching for airport parking you will be offered a choice of car
parks; often with different parking procedures to follow.
Some have a reception desk, others need the credit or debit card you
made your online car park reservation with, while many airport car parks now use a vehicle
number plate recognition system.
You will also need to consider how to get to the off-airport car park
and transfer from the car park to the airport; fully aware of the extra time you will need
to arrive at the departure gate in time for your flight.
When searching for suitable airport parking at larger airports make
sure you know how to get to the right terminal for your departure. You won't be the first
person to get on an airport bus from the car park and disembark at the wrong terminal, if
you're not paying attention to details.
It's not an exaggeration to say that you could save up to 60% by
booking your airport parking online; compared to the on-gate price.
The on-gate price is the cost individual car parks may charge, should
you simply turn up on the day of departure and just hope to pay for a place to park.
Most major car parks at the major international airports keep some
parking spaces available for late arrivals, but expect to pay more than if you had
pre-booked your airport parking beforehand.
Another advantage of pre-booking your airport parking at large
international airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Luton or Manchester means that you're
guaranteed a parking space without having to pay a premium; or seeing a 'Full' sign when
you pull up at the barrier. That's the last thing you need if you're running a little
late.
Many people choose to start their holiday a night early, by checking
into an airport
hotel before their flight abroad.
It makes for a more relaxing start to the day to when breakfast is
waiting for you in the morning and you don't have to rush around madly packing your bags.
Some airport hotels with parking allow you to leave your car in a
secure car park and provide a shuttle bus to the airport; if the hotel is not at the
airport terminal itself.
If you run a query on your favourite search engine for 'Gatwick
Airport Parking' you could miss your flight by spending too much time trawling through all
the search results.
Using an airport parking comparison site for Gatwick Airport Parking,
is usually the better option, if you want to save yourself time.
As Gatwick airport serves London and most of the south-east of
England, two terminals (north and south) are used to serve travellers. So make sure you
know which one your airline flies from.
Whether you choose on-site or off-site airport parking will make a
difference to the price you pay. If you don't mind bus transfers and longer journey times
then off airport parking may be suitable. You'll naturally pay more if you prefer to just
stroll out of the car park and in to the deprture terminal.
Meet and Greet allows you to turn up at the departure terminal, give
your car to the firm's representative to park in a secure compound while you proceed to
check-in. On your return, you simply pick your car up from outside the arrivals hall.
Airport Parking and Hotels Ltd owns and operates three of its own car
parks, APH Gatwick, APH Birmingham and APH Manchester.
If you park the car in an airport car park yourself, remember to keep
your car key safe; unless you've signed up for airport parking with 'Airport Greet on
Return', in which case the company will need your key.
Airport Lounges
If stress-free travel is your tagline, then you might want to escape the hustle and bustle
of the busy airport terminal and relax in the comfort of an airport lounge before
take-off.
Compare Car Parking at UK Airports
Airparks:
Save up to 60% off the on-gate parking fee when you pre-book your airport parking online.
Airport Parking and Hotels Ltd:
(APH)
Parking services at more than 110 facilities across 26 UK airports and ports.
Better Car Parks:
Choose from long, mid and short term parking, on-site parking, off-site parking and Meet
and Greet services at selected UK airports.
FHR Airport Hotels & Parking:
Stay in an airport hotel the night before you fly and get up to 21 days parking.
Holiday Extras:
UK market leader in pre-booked airport parking and airport hotels.
SkyPark
Secure:
By searching and booking your airport parking with SkyParkSecure you can
save up to 60% compared to paying on the day at the gate.
Article submitted by Chris
Fryer and edited by Michel.
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