Luton Airport charges £9 for up to 12 minutes in the Express Drop Off zone outside the terminal, then £1 a minute, with a 30-minute maximum stay. Here is how it works and how to avoid a penalty.

Luton drop off charge for 2026

  • £9 for up to 12 minutes.
  • £1 a minute after that.
  • 30 minutes maximum stay.

This replaces the £7 for 10 minutes we listed earlier in the year. Stay beyond 30 minutes and the airport issues a £95 enforcement charge, reduced to £55 if you pay within 14 days.

Flying yourself?

If you are the one flying, prebooked parking avoids the drop off charge altogether. Compare every car park at Luton Airport.

Paying on the day

The Express Drop Off zone reads your number plate rather than using a barrier. How and when to pay is set out on the London Luton Airport website.

Frequently asked questions

What happens if I stay longer than 12 minutes?

You pay £1 a minute after the first 12 minutes, up to the 30-minute maximum. Stay beyond 30 minutes and the enforcement charge is £95, reduced to £55 if paid within 14 days.

Where can I check the official Luton drop off price?

On the London Luton Airport website. Prices change, so check it before you travel.

Compare Luton parking before you book

If you are the one travelling, prebooked parking handles the drop-off for you. See the cheapest car parks at Luton, or compare Luton parking now.

Drop off charges at nearby airports

For the full UK comparison: UK airport drop off charges 2026.

Checked against the London Luton Airport website on 15 September 2026. Prices change; always check the airport's own site before travel.

Weighing the train against parking? See the Luton DART fare and how it compares.