How do I avoid airport drop off charges?

But the good news is that in most cases there's no need to pay anything when saying goodbye to family and friends, as almost all airports have a free area for drop-offs – as long as you're willing to take a short walk or shuttle ride to the terminal.



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These are initial fees charged for dropping off someone as close to a terminal as possible. The biggest hikes in so-called kiss and fly charges are at Southampton and Belfast International, the RAC found. Airports argue the higher fees are to deter drivers from lingering around and help to keep flight costs down.

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How long can you wait at Heathrow Drop Off? Unlike some airports, there isn't a time limit in place at the Heathrow Terminal Drop Off zone. Please keep in mind, however, that you cannot leave your car unattended and must pay the charge every time you re-enter the Drop Off areas.

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The nearest location to Terminal 5 for pick-ups is the Terminal 5 short stay car park. Alternatively, you can also collect passengers from the Terminal 5 Long Stay car park, where the first 30 minutes are free.

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Drivers wishing to use parking facilities for more than 15 minutes are advised to use the Short Stay car park. Passengers with electric vehicles will be able to access the pick-up and drop-off facility directly opposite the terminal free of charge for the first 15 minutes.

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Is there an option to drop off and pick up for free at London Gatwick? Anyone who does not wish to pay the forecourt charge will be able to drop off or pick up passengers in the airport's long-stay car parks with two hours free parking and a free shuttle bus to the terminals.

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Height restriction of 1.9m. A minimum £5 charge now applies to use the designated drop off zone in both North and South Terminals at Gatwick Airport. For more information on rates please visit the Gatwick Airport website directly.

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If you are picking up please park in a designated pick up space. Parking is free for the first 30 minutes, with roll-up prices applying thereafter.

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London City Airport doesn't charge a drop off fee. While you can drop off passengers on the terminal forecourt next to the terminal building, you're not allowed to wait there.

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How long can I park in Heathrow Short Stay? The maximum length of stay for pre-book at our Short Stay car parks is 99 days. If you turn up and park on the day without pre-booking, you can stay as long as you like and will continue to pay the roll-up daily tariff.

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