Parking at Leeds Bradford Airport: Fees, Free Zones & Penalties Guide

LBA charges £7 to drop someone off at the terminal door. Or £0 at the One Hour Free Zone, a 3-4 minute walk away.

The fees you actually pay

Drop-off at the terminal

£7 for up to 10 minutes at the Pick Up & Drop Off Car Park (1 minute walk to terminal).

Free alternative

One Hour Free Zone parking, up to 60 minutes free, 3-4 minute walk to terminal. Re-entering within 1 hour of exit triggers a £59 minimum charge.

Penalty for getting it wrong

£59 if you re-enter the One Hour Free Zone within an hour of leaving. Standard £68 daily charge if you overstay an hour in the free zone.

How the system works

Cashless barriers with ANPR. Pay via chip and pin or contactless at exit barriers or pay stations.

Key facts at a glance

• Pick Up & Drop Off Car Park: £7 for up to 10 minutes
• One Hour Free Zone: free for 60 minutes, 3-4 min walk
• Fully electric private cars: free for 1 hour at Pick Up & Drop Off (max 2 visits per day)
• Re-entering free zone within 1 hour: £59 minimum charge
• Blue Badge holders: 60 minutes for £6
• Width restriction 2.4m, height restriction 1.9m at Pick Up & Drop Off

If you book a parking provider here

Some parking providers at this airport have specific fees or instructions that customers handle on the day. These are NOT included in the booking price unless stated.

Leeds Bradford Parking (GPT)

Live pricing via Global Parking Tech.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the drop-off charge at Leeds Bradford Airport?

The Pick Up & Drop Off Car Park costs £7 for up to 10 minutes. It is just a 1-minute walk from the terminal.

Is there free drop-off at Leeds Bradford Airport?

Yes. The One Hour Free Zone offers up to 60 minutes free parking, located 3-4 minutes walk from the terminal. Re-entering within an hour of leaving triggers a £59 minimum charge.

Can electric cars drop off free at Leeds Bradford?

Yes. Fully electric private cars (non-commercial) can use the Pick Up & Drop Off Car Park free for up to 1 hour, max 2 visits per day. Press the intercom at the exit barrier and inform staff.

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