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.
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