For customers staying longer than 24 hours we recommend pre-booking parking at one of our official car parks and arriving early to select a space. Official car parks are patrolled 24/7 by management staff, Airport Security and the Police, so you have one less thing to worry about.
Can I just turn up and park at Luton Airport?
Yes, you can park FREE for 15 minutes in the Mid Stay Car Park or 1 hour in our Long Stay Car Park. How much is short stay parking at London Luton Airport? It depends. You can use any of our official car parks for a short stay.
Should you book airport parking early?
This is a sure-fire way to flush money away! If you must leave parking until the last minute, still pre-book, even if it’s on the same day as travelling. You will still save money! Book as far in advance as you can – ideally at least one month before you travel.
What time does check in open Luton?
When should I arrive for check in? Check in desks usually open around two to three hours before flight departure, with desks tending to close around an hour before take-off.
What are the parking options at Luton Airport?
How close are the official on-site Car Parks?
- Priority Parking. Meet & Greet close to the terminal.
- Mid Stay Car Park. About a 10-minute walk to the terminal.
- Long Stay Car Park. About 10 minutes by shuttle bus to the terminal.
- Terminal Car Park 1. A quick walk across the link bridge to the terminal.
- Terminal Car Park 2.
How early should I get to the Luton airport?
about 2 to 3 hours
Security is here to keep you safe. And it means that we have to spend the appropriate time checking every passenger and the things they bring. That’s why it’s always best to get to the airport about 2 to 3 hours before your flight is due to depart.
How long after landing do you have to pick up Luton?
It is estimated that on average, it takes around 40-50 minutes from landing to reclaim your baggage, but it depends on the time of day and how busy the Airport is at the time, Luton Airport says. From then, passengers can get either the train or buses out of the airport and into Luton.
What time should I book airport parking?
When booking car parking with us we’d recommend booking a time to enter the car park that allows sufficient time to arrive at the car park and then complete all necessary departure checks before your flight. We recommend that all passengers arrive at least 2 hours prior to their scheduled time of departure.
Can you arrive at the airport the night before?
In general, airports will let you go through security only on the same date of the flight. That said, some airports allow passengers who depart very early to stay the night inside the airport. Security is usually closed during the night, and it opens only 2 hours prior to the first departure.
Do you really need to get to the airport 2 hours early?
“The two-hour recommendation is fairly standard across the industry,” says Heather Lissner, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport spokesperson. “We recommend the two hours so that travelers have enough time to get dropped off or park their cars, check their bags and get through security to their gates.”
What is the earliest time I can check-in?
Generally, airlines allow you to check in online up to 24 hours before the scheduled departure time – and 1 hour before at the very latest. If checking in at the airport counter, and you have baggage you want to check, you can usually check in 3-4 hours before your flight.
How early can you check?
Check-in times
To check-in and check bags at the airport, you must be there a certain amount of time before scheduled departure: Within the U.S. – 45 minutes. To or from destinations outside the U.S. – 60 minutes.
How early should you arrive for check-in?
How long before my flight do I need to check in? We advise that you arrive at least two hours before your flight to allow plenty of extra time to check-in and pass through security.
Which car park is best for Luton Airport?
Terminal Car Park 1
Terminal Car Park 1. The Terminal Car Park 1 at London Luton Airport is perfect to park while you wait for friends, family or business contacts to arrive from their flights. It’s the closest car park to the terminal, with a link bridge connecting the two buildings.
How long can you stay at Luton drop off?
Stays longer than 2 hours will be charged at full daily rate, and there’s no return within 4 hours.
How long are the queues at Luton Airport?
For the year to date, average waiting times at LLA have been 15 minutes for check-in, 7 minutes for security, and 11 minutes for passport control.
Can you get to the airport too early?
In a time of long security lines, delays, and cancellations, there’s no such thing as getting to the airport too early.
Is an hour early enough to get to the airport?
If you’re not checking luggage, the carrier advises you to arrive at the airport at least 60 minutes before your scheduled departure time. If you’re checking luggage, it’s 90 minutes. For international flights, give yourself two hours, says United.
How early can you go through airport security UK?
2 hours
As a general guide, you will need to have checked in and be ready to go through security at least 2 hours before your flight departure time.
How long can we wait at airport after landing?
In most airport lounges, you’re allowed to stay for 2-3 hours before departure or after landing. Some also offer extended stays for upwards of 5 hours.
Can I pick up someone at Luton Airport?
Want to Pick Up as close as possible? If you want to Pick Up near the London Luton Airport terminal building, there are two paid options. Our Pick Up Zone is the closest Pick Up option, just follow the signs for the London Luton Airport drop off zone and it’s good value if you’re going to be super quick.