Bristol Airport (BRS) charges £8.50 for up to 10 minutes in its Drop Off & Pick Up Car Park, a 3 to 5 minute walk from the terminal. Here is the breakdown and how to pay.

What are the Bristol Airport drop off charges in 2026?

The Bristol drop off charge is £8.50 for up to 10 minutes, £10.50 for 10 to 20 minutes and £13 for up to 40 minutes, paid by card or phone at the exit barrier of the Drop Off & Pick Up Car Park. There is no cash option. If you are the one flying, booked Bristol Airport parking starts at £73.95 for eight days, checked 31 October 2026.

  • £8.50 for up to 10 minutes at the drop-off and pick-up zone.
  • £10.50 for 10 to 20 minutes, and £13 for up to 40 minutes.
  • The maximum stay is 2 hours, up to a maximum charge of £60.

Checked against Bristol Airport's own price list on 22 October 2026.

How do I pay the Bristol Airport drop-off charge?

The Drop Off & Pick Up Car Park is fully cashless. You pay as you exit, by contactless or chip and PIN, and Apple Pay and Google Pay are also accepted. There is no cash option, so have a card or phone ready before you leave.

Blue Badge holders

Blue Badge holders get a longer stay for the same fee: up to 40 minutes for the £8.50 charge in the Drop Off & Pick Up Car Park.

Dropping off, or parking and flying yourself?

If you are flying out rather than just dropping someone off, the drop-off car park is not the place to leave your car: its maximum stay is two hours. Booking parking ahead is almost always cheaper than the gate rate. Compare every car park at Bristol Airport to see the prices for your dates.

Checked 22 October 2026 against Bristol Airport's official pages. Prices can change, so always check the airport's own website before you travel.

Bristol Airport drop-off: frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to drop off at Bristol Airport?

£8.50 for up to 10 minutes in the Drop Off & Pick Up Car Park, a 3 to 5 minute walk from the terminal. The maximum stay is 2 hours, up to a £60 cap.

How do you pay for Bristol Airport drop-off?

The car park is cashless: you pay as you exit by contactless, chip and PIN, Apple Pay or Google Pay. There is no cash option.