Belfast International Airport (BFS) has one of the widest ranges of official parking of any UK regional airport. Between Short, Main, Long and Premium car parks plus an official Park & Fly, there is a right answer for every trip length, and pre-booking the right one saves a lot. This is the full 2026 guide to your options and the cheapest way to park.
Your car parks at Belfast International
- Short Stay. Closest to the terminal. Best for trips of about four days or fewer, and for shorter visits.
- Main and Long Stay. The value choices for a holiday, especially anything over four days. Pre-booking can save up to around 65% versus the drive-up rate.
- Premium. The nearest bays to the door at a premium, for when the shortest walk matters most.
- Park & Fly. The airport's official park and ride, with a transfer to the terminal.
There is no meet and greet at Belfast International, but with this many official options you rarely need it.
The Belfast International drop-off charge
The drop-off zone is tiered, so a quick goodbye is cheap but lingering gets expensive fast:
| Time in the drop-off zone | Charge |
|---|---|
| Up to 10 minutes | £3 |
| 10 to 20 minutes | £5 |
| 20 to 60 minutes | £10 |
| A full hour | £50 |
The jump to £50 for an hour is steep, so the drop-off zone is strictly for dropping off, not waiting. If you are collecting someone whose flight may be delayed, a short stay in Short Stay is far cheaper than the clock running in the drop-off zone.
Which car park for your trip
- Four days or fewer: Short Stay, pre-booked.
- More than four days: Main or Long Stay, pre-booked , this is where the biggest savings are.
- Shortest possible walk: Premium.
Prices at BFS are dynamic and rise with summer demand, so the single best money-saver is to book early. Turn up on the day and you pay the top rate at the pay stations.
Belfast International parking FAQ
What is the cheapest car park at Belfast International?
Long or Main Stay, pre-booked, for trips over four days , pre-booking can save up to about 65% versus paying on the day.
How much is drop-off at Belfast International?
£3 for up to 10 minutes, rising to £10 for up to an hour and £50 for a full hour. Use it only to drop off.
Is there meet and greet at Belfast International?
No , but the choice of official car parks (Short, Main, Long, Premium and Park & Fly) covers every trip type.
Prices vary with your dates and how far ahead you book. See current parking at Belfast International Airport, and compare drop-off charges across the UK in our UK airport drop-off charges guide.