Glasgow Airport is the busiest of Scotland's three main international airports. Over 40 Airlines serve around 80 destinations and, in July 2004, it became the first Scottish airport to handle over one million passengers in a month, so it’s hardly surprising that finding the right Glasgow Airport parking to suit your needs can be such a nightmare – time consuming and expensive.
However, the key to finding the right parking for your needs, at the right price, is now divulged for your reading pleasure…
There are various Glasgow Airport parking options available to passengers travelling through the Airport depending on budget, length of stay and level of service required. Determining which Glasgow Airport parking option will best suit your needs is the first step:
Collect / Drop-Off Glasgow Airport Parking
Glasgow short term parking is situated a few metres from the passenger terminal and suitable for stays of up to 5 hours - perfect for collecting or dropping off passengers, or for short trips. Any cars left unattended in the set down or pick up areas, will be towed away by the police and a release fee will be incurred. Therefore, if you need to leave your car unattended, motorists must park in the Glasgow short stay car park.
Short Term Glasgow Airport Parking
Glasgow short term parking is available a few metres from the terminal. The short term car park is perfect for stays of up to 5 days and prices start from £1 for 15 minutes, and £12 for stays of 12-24 hours. Passengers are advised to book in advance to secure a parking place within this Glasgow Airport parking facility.
Business Glasgow Airport Parking
For travellers that need fast access through from parking to the airport can use the Fast Track parking service. Fast Track parking is situated in car park 2, level 2, and payment should be made before returning to your vehicle at the machines on the ground floor and level 2 of the multi-story car park.
Glasgow Long Term Parking
For passengers travelling away for more than a few days, Glasgow long term parking is recommended. There are various different options available for Glasgow Airport parking, and many companies competing for your business. Flightpath NCP operate Glasgow long term parking. There is a minimum 4 day stay if you are pre-booking your parking. The on-site Glasgow long term parking option is served by a shuttle bus that runs every 10 minutes with a journey time of approximately 5 minutes. When using this parking option, passengers should leave at least 25 minutes to get to the Terminal and check-in.
Keep reading for tips on how to make your Glasgow Airport parking decision and get the best price.
Glasgow Secured Car Park
The secure Glasgow Airport parking option runs courtesy transfers 24 hours a day with a journey time of approximately 7 minutes to get to the Terminal. The minimum stay for this parking option is one day. Please note that no oversized vehicles or trailers can access the car park.
Disabled Parking at Glasgow Airport
The blue badge scheme applies to car parks only as due to security reasons, there is no waiting outside the terminal buildings themselves. However, special provision has been made to allow blue badge holders to drop off and pick up on the outer lane of the airport forecourt, just a few steps away from the entrance to the terminal. Designated bays are located either side of the link bridge between Car Park 2 and the main terminal and Help Points are available for passengers in need of assistance.
Should you require assistance from the car park to the terminal building, this should be arranged in advance by phoning Unity on +44 (0)141 848 7568 or email unity@baa.com, allowing at least 48 hours to process the request through the appropriate handler. For further information please call the Glasgow BAA parking information line on 0870 850 2825 (UK) or +44(0)121 410 5105 (from outside the UK). The Minitel number is +44 (0)121 410 5284.
Now we’ve looked at all the options, ‘how do I make sure I get the best quote to save me money?’, I hear you ask…
* Choose the best option for your needs: Whether this be collect / drop-off or short term Glasgow Airport parking, Glasgow long term parking, fast track or disabled parking
* Pre-book: Booking Glasgow parking in advance will secure your parking space
* Discounts: Online bookings will normally reward you with a further discount
* Save time, find the right price and compare your options: Use an online Glasgow airport parking price checker to make sure you are not paying over the odds. A price checker enables you to compare parking prices online.
The best Glasgow airport parking price checker that I have found to compare Glasgow airport car parking is available on the Glasgow Airport information site.
* Truly Independent - so they get the best deals on parking prices and pass them on to you
* Better Rates - the Company goes direct to the Glasgow Airport parking operators so they can negotiate better rates
* Monitor Competitors - to ensure they offer you the best prices
* Information in one screen shot – so you can instantly see the best option and price for your needs
* Book online – traipsing around for the best Glasgow Airport parking is a thing of the past!
So next time you travel away, just follow the Glasgow Airport parking tips in this simple guide, and you’re away - more relaxed and with a few extra pennies in your pocket.
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About the Author: Bethanie Ashley is a frequent traveller keen to pass on time and money saving advice to others. Further useful information such as how to get to the airport, public transport, Glasgow Airport parking, Terminal facilities, Airport security, Airlines, destinations, and for booking and paying for airport lounges, car rental, airport parking, travel insurance and foreign currency, can be found on the Glasgow Information website.
23 April 2008
17 April 2008
Bristol Airport closes forecourt
Bristol Airport has closed off the forecourt of the airport due to new security restrictions.
All vehicles, with the exception of the airport’s own car park buses and Flyer express coaches, will be banned from stopping outside the airport terminal.
Anyone wishing to drop off or pick up passengers will now need to use Bristol airport parking.
On its website, the airport says it is working with the Department for Transport (DFT) to enable them to open the forecourt to customers in due course.
All vehicles, with the exception of the airport’s own car park buses and Flyer express coaches, will be banned from stopping outside the airport terminal.
Anyone wishing to drop off or pick up passengers will now need to use Bristol airport parking.
On its website, the airport says it is working with the Department for Transport (DFT) to enable them to open the forecourt to customers in due course.
16 April 2008
Air Southwest to offer airport parking
Air Southwest is to enter the airport parking scene by offering its own type of airport parking.
The airline will offer its customers a number of premier parking spaces at Bristol airport.
The dedicated premier Bristol airport parking spaces will be located opposite the terminal building, just a short walk.
There are many types of parking at Bristol airport including Bristol meet and greet parking, on-site parking and various companies offering off-site parking.
To get the best deal in Bristol airport parking use the following Bristol airport parking price check to compare and book your Bristol airport parking.
The airline will offer its customers a number of premier parking spaces at Bristol airport.
The dedicated premier Bristol airport parking spaces will be located opposite the terminal building, just a short walk.
There are many types of parking at Bristol airport including Bristol meet and greet parking, on-site parking and various companies offering off-site parking.
To get the best deal in Bristol airport parking use the following Bristol airport parking price check to compare and book your Bristol airport parking.
15 April 2008
Investigation into high Aussie airport parking charges
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is to monitor airport parking charges at airports across Australia.
The federal government requested the investigation after it emerged that some Australian airport parking charges were high by international standards, higher in some cases than Heathrow - it's more expensive to park at Melbourne Airport than to use Heathrow airport parking.
In a statement to the press, Federal Transport Minister Anthony Albanese said: "genuine public concerns about airports using their monopoly position to exert significant market power and charge higher prices for the various periods of stay – particularly short-term stays to drop off and pick up passengers."
The revenue generated by Airport parking charges in Australia was the equivalent of US$192 million in 2007.
The federal government requested the investigation after it emerged that some Australian airport parking charges were high by international standards, higher in some cases than Heathrow - it's more expensive to park at Melbourne Airport than to use Heathrow airport parking.
In a statement to the press, Federal Transport Minister Anthony Albanese said: "genuine public concerns about airports using their monopoly position to exert significant market power and charge higher prices for the various periods of stay – particularly short-term stays to drop off and pick up passengers."
The revenue generated by Airport parking charges in Australia was the equivalent of US$192 million in 2007.
09 April 2008
Bristol airport parking woes
If you are picking up passengers from the airport, it’s worth thinking about where you are going to meet and how long you plan to park for in advance. If you can stay off airport and monitor the flight you should be able to park for the minimum amount of time, or even take advantage of the free drop-off and pick-up zones at some airports.
Check out David Hurst’s blog about how he got caught out by the high costs of using Bristol airport parking when picking up a friend and was charged £30 for three hours’ parking!
http://www.davidhurst.co.uk/2008/02/27/bristol-airport-business-class-it-aint/
Check out Bristol airport parking charges in advance and book Bristol airport parking online
Check out David Hurst’s blog about how he got caught out by the high costs of using Bristol airport parking when picking up a friend and was charged £30 for three hours’ parking!
http://www.davidhurst.co.uk/2008/02/27/bristol-airport-business-class-it-aint/
Check out Bristol airport parking charges in advance and book Bristol airport parking online
07 April 2008
Heathrow Terminal 5 airport parking
It’s more than a week since Terminal 5 at Heathrow airport opened and it seems that finally the software problems affect baggage handling have been rectified.
If you are travelling from Heathrow Terminal 5 and need Heathrow airport parking you will be pleased to know that an additional 5,600 spaces have been added at Heathrow to cater for Terminal 5 airport parking.
There’s a new, six level short-stay car park next to the terminal offering 3,800 spaces.
There’s also a new Business Parking car park, a new Long-stay car park and parking for 150 motorcycles next to the short-stay car park.
If you wish to compare Heathrow airport parking prices and book Heathrow airport parking online click on the links.
If you are travelling from Heathrow Terminal 5 and need Heathrow airport parking you will be pleased to know that an additional 5,600 spaces have been added at Heathrow to cater for Terminal 5 airport parking.
There’s a new, six level short-stay car park next to the terminal offering 3,800 spaces.
There’s also a new Business Parking car park, a new Long-stay car park and parking for 150 motorcycles next to the short-stay car park.
If you wish to compare Heathrow airport parking prices and book Heathrow airport parking online click on the links.
03 April 2008
Help-Me-Park sees 30% increase in customers
Help-Me-Park.com, the Gatwick Airport Meet and Greet parking supplier, has announced an increase of over 30% in customers using their Meet and Greet parking, since 2006. The independent Meet and Greet Gatwick Airport parking specialist, established in early 2005, credits the secret of its success to excellent customer service and a high quality Meet and Greet package.
“We are delighted to see that our efforts this year have been rewarded.” Sean McCarthy, Sales Director commented. He continued “Our investment in new web technology, increased staff levels and our commitment to excellent customer service has helped us achieve these results. We’re looking forward to an exciting year ahead with the recent introduction of a new Gatwick Meet and Greet parking package for The Felbridge Hotel and Spa in East Grinstead, to compliment our established Meet and Greet parking packages at the London Gatwick Hilton hotel.”
Commenting on the demanding year ahead, McCarthy added “We are currently enhancing our Meet and Greet parking portfolio to allow us to service the needs of business travellers in a more efficient way and hope to make an announcement shortly.”
Offering a unique “No Waiting” money back guarantee, Help-Me-Park is the only Airport parking company to back its service with a parking promise. The Meet and Greet Gatwick Airport parking specialists offer valet style parking from both Gatwick Airport’s North Terminal and South Terminal with over 85% of its customers using the service regularly. Visit www.help-me-park.co.uk for more information, or call 0870 300 600 9.
“We are delighted to see that our efforts this year have been rewarded.” Sean McCarthy, Sales Director commented. He continued “Our investment in new web technology, increased staff levels and our commitment to excellent customer service has helped us achieve these results. We’re looking forward to an exciting year ahead with the recent introduction of a new Gatwick Meet and Greet parking package for The Felbridge Hotel and Spa in East Grinstead, to compliment our established Meet and Greet parking packages at the London Gatwick Hilton hotel.”
Commenting on the demanding year ahead, McCarthy added “We are currently enhancing our Meet and Greet parking portfolio to allow us to service the needs of business travellers in a more efficient way and hope to make an announcement shortly.”
Offering a unique “No Waiting” money back guarantee, Help-Me-Park is the only Airport parking company to back its service with a parking promise. The Meet and Greet Gatwick Airport parking specialists offer valet style parking from both Gatwick Airport’s North Terminal and South Terminal with over 85% of its customers using the service regularly. Visit www.help-me-park.co.uk for more information, or call 0870 300 600 9.
02 April 2008
Heathrow T5 nightmare week
It’s been a nightmare week for Heathrow Airport's new Terminal 5, and the poor passengers trying to travel through it too.
There have been hundreds of cancellations – 53 alone today.
The baggage system failure has caused absolute chaos but, as the BBC reports, staff had difficulty getting into the building due to a shortage of allocated Heathrow airport parking for the staff. Overflow car parks had not opened and staff struggled to find parking and then had difficulty getting through security.
For the full story on T5’s nightmare first day check out: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/7322453.stm
There have been hundreds of cancellations – 53 alone today.
The baggage system failure has caused absolute chaos but, as the BBC reports, staff had difficulty getting into the building due to a shortage of allocated Heathrow airport parking for the staff. Overflow car parks had not opened and staff struggled to find parking and then had difficulty getting through security.
For the full story on T5’s nightmare first day check out: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/7322453.stm
01 April 2008
Flying with large sports equipment
Flying with large sports equipment and need to park?
If you’re jetting off for an activity holiday and have large sports equipment, such as a bike or ski equipment don’t forget about it when you book your airport parking.
If you’re using one of the off-airport parking companies check whether your parking company can accommodate your equipment on their shuttle bus.
Alternatively, you can book an airport meet and greet parking company. That way you can drive right up to the airport terminal with your luggage and sports equipment, unload your car, hand your keys to the meet and greet driver and walk straight into the airport terminal.
One such service is Gatwick meet and greet company Help-Me-Park. They offer a meet and greet valet parking service from both terminals at Gatwick Airport.
If you’re jetting off for an activity holiday and have large sports equipment, such as a bike or ski equipment don’t forget about it when you book your airport parking.
If you’re using one of the off-airport parking companies check whether your parking company can accommodate your equipment on their shuttle bus.
Alternatively, you can book an airport meet and greet parking company. That way you can drive right up to the airport terminal with your luggage and sports equipment, unload your car, hand your keys to the meet and greet driver and walk straight into the airport terminal.
One such service is Gatwick meet and greet company Help-Me-Park. They offer a meet and greet valet parking service from both terminals at Gatwick Airport.
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