Your complete guide to parking at London Southend Airport

⚠️ Important: Our car park names are changing from July 16. If you’ve already booked parking, it’s still valid. See name changes below to find your car park.

Car park names

Getting to London Southend Airport is a breeze, designed with your convenience and comfort in mind. If you’re planning to travel by train, we offer six services to and from London during peak times, allowing you to reach London Liverpool Street and Stratford station in under an hour.

What about if you’re driving to London Southend? Airport parking can feel like a bit of a nightmare – but don’t worry. Not only is our parking experience as consumer friendly as travel to our custom-built train station, it also doesn’t break the bank.

Ready to go? We’ve put together a short guide to answer some of your most common questions about parking at London Southend Airport so you can look forward to your next flight stress-free.

Where can I park at London Southend Airport?

You’ve got plenty of options when it comes to parking at London Southend Airport, whether you’re parking for just a few hours, leaving your car for a longer stay, or just dropping off or picking someone up.

Our official car parks are:

Superior – directly opposite the terminal for the shortest walk.
Premium – premium parking with dedicated spaces opposite the terminal.
Budget – a short walk from the terminal.
Standard – our best value option for longer stays, around a 3 to 5 minute walk from check-in.
Express Pick-up & Drop-off – ideal for quick drop-offs and collections.

If you’ve previously booked Long Stay, Mid Stay or Short Stay parking, don’t worry. These car parks have been renamed.

We’ve recently renamed some of our car parks. If you’ve already booked parking under one of the previous names, your booking is still valid. Please follow the signs for the new car park name below:

Standard – formerly Long Stay
Budget – formerly Mid Stay
Superior – formerly Short Stay
Premium – remains Premium

How can I book official on-site parking at London Southend Airport?

You can book official onsite parking directly at the airport by visiting our parking page.

You can amend your booking up to 24 hours before you are due to arrive without any cost. Flexible bookings are fully refundable too, up to 24 hours before you are due to arrive. Your amendable booking is not refundable but will be valid for 12 months from your current booking date.

Book official onsite parking at London Southend Airport. A map of all car parks.

Parking locations

Superior
(formerly Short Stay)

Conveniently located just a few steps from the terminal

Premium

Opposite the terminal, just a minutes’ walk from check-in

Budget
(formerly Mid Stay)

Located just a couple minutes’ walk to the terminal

Standard
(formerly Long Stay)

Only a 3 – 5 minute walk to the terminal

Look for the double red lines as you approach the airport – this marks the ‘no stopping’ zone. Please use pick up and drop off locations instead.

How much does it cost to park at London Southend Airport?

Prices depend on the duration and the type of parking.

Standard parking costs £45 per 24 hours.

Budget parking costs £45 per 24 hours.

Premium parking costs £60 per 24 hours.

Superior parking offers tiered pricing based on the length of your stay, from £25 for up to 30 minutes to £65 for up to 24 hours.

Is there parking available for Blue Badge holders at London Southend Airport?

If you are a Blue Badge holder and just need to park for pick up or drop off, you can find Blue Badge bays in Superior parking, where charges will apply. This car park is 200 metres from our terminal.

If you are a Blue Badge holder and are looking for long stay parking, Blue Badge Bays are available in Standard parking and Budget parking. It’s worth noting that Premium parking Blue Badge bays are closer to the terminal than Budget parking. Contact your airline for further help getting to and from your parking space.

What are the options for turn up and park visitors at London Southend Airport?

Turn up and park options are available if you haven’t pre-booked, with Standard, Budget, Superior and Premium parking are all available for turn up and park customers, subject to availability. We recommend pre-booking to secure your space for the best price.

Why should I pre-book onsite parking at London Southend Airport?

Pre-booking your parking space at London Southend Airport guarantees the lowest price, with quick and secure parking just minutes from the terminal and exclusive savings.

If you still have any questions about parking, you can contact the Parking team via the ‘Contact Us‘ page on our website.

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Parking at London Southend Airport really is simple, low-cost and stress-free. We’ll see you when you begin your next adventure with London Southend Airport.

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