Finding great value, reliable parking at Heathrow Airport can be a challenge. Heathrow is the UK’s biggest and busiest airport with four terminals, each with its own parking offering. It can be a nightmare researching the right option for your trip, but with the advice from the Parkhero team below, you can save yourself the time and effort! In this article you will get a comprehensive price overview of Heathrow parking charges and a short description of each service, so you know what to expect.
| Parking Service | Price per Week | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBW Parking | £67.90 | 2 minutes | 8.2 |
| Stress Free Parking | £72.90 | 2 minutes | 9.1 |
| Looking4 Orange T4 | £89.28 | 15 minutes | 8.9 |
| Air Parker T2, T3 & T5 | £91.28 | 15 minutes | 9.1 |
| Air Parker T4 | £91.28 | 15 minutes | 9.4 |
| Long Stay T2 | £83.30 | 15 minutes | 8.9 |
| Long Stay T3 | £83.30 | 15 minutes | 8.9 |
| Long Stay T5 | £91.30 | 15 minutes | 8.9 |
| Meet & Greet T2 | £114.30 | 2 minutes | 8.9 |
| Meet & Greet T3 | £114.30 | 2 minutes | 8.9 |
| Meet & Greet T5 | £114.30 | 2 minutes | 8.9 |
| Short Stay T2 | £151.80 | 2 minutes | 8.9 |
| Short Stay T3 | £143.80 | 2 minutes | 8.9 |
| Short Stay T5 | £147.80 | 2 minutes | 8.9 |
Prices based on bookings made 6 months in advance for travel for 8 and 15 days in March 2022.
When searching for car parking services at Heathrow, the amount of information can see quite overwhelming. Each of Heathrow’s four terminals has its own dedicated on-site or official parking services operated directly by the airport, plus a broad selection of park and ride and meet and greet options offering similar services. It is a good idea to get to grips with the differences between off-site and on-site parking services, as there are significant price differences too. Before we dive into the details - our top tip for saving money on Heathrow parking is to always make sure you book in advance!
If you are looking for convenience and great value Heathrow parking prices, then choose MBW Parking! You simply need to drop your car off at terminal 2, 3, 4 or 5 and it will be parked securely for you. The welcoming uniformed staff will help you unload your vehicle, check it over with you for existing damage and then you are free to walk the short distance to the check-in desks. Your car will then be waiting for you where you dropped it off when you return. You can easily save up to 30 minutes either end of your trip with this service compared to shuttle parking and it is significantly better value than the official airport Meet and Greet service at £9.52 a day.
Stress Free Parking does what it says on the tin and provides you with a hassle-free service where you can drop-off and pick-up your car right outside each Heathrow terminal. You drop off your car, walk to the terminal and your car is parked for you at a secure external car park. When you return your car is waiting for you where you dropped it off. It is very convenient and ideal if you have a lot of luggage or simply want to save time and avoid waiting around for a bus. Stress Free Parking operates at multiple London airports and is a popular choice with our customers, earning a 9.1 out of 10 for its services.
The Looking4 Orange Park and Ride service offers some fantastic extras to give you a great start to your trip. At the car park you can enjoy the fully licensed bar and begin your holiday early while you wait for the bus! Buses take between 10 and 15 minutes to reach the terminal and run every 20 minutes between 5 am and midnight. With Looking4 Orange you get great value Heathrow Terminal 4 parking charges!
For Heathrow charges that won’t break the bank, opt for AirParker Park and Ride. This service is available at all terminals and is a great budget choice for long term trips from Heathrow. The staff are friendly and professional, providing you with a high-quality parking experience, despite the low price! Air Parker is a popular service with our customers with 9.1 and 9.4 out of 10 for its excellent service. Complimentary shuttle buses leave regularly and take just 15 minutes to reach the terminals. This is the same transfer time as the official Heathrow Long Stay option and for a fraction of the price.
| Parking Service | Price per 8 days | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long Stay T2 | £83.30 | 15 minutes | 8.9 |
| Long Stay T3 | £83.30 | 15 minutes | 8.9 |
| Long Stay T5 | £91.30 | 15 minutes | 8.9 |
| Meet & Greet T2 | £114.30 | 2 minutes | 8.9 |
| Meet & Greet T3 | £114.30 | 2 minutes | 8.9 |
| Meet & Greet T5 | £114.30 | 2 minutes | 8.9 |
| Short Stay T2 | £151.80 | 2 minutes | 8.9 |
| Short Stay T3 | £143.80 | 2 minutes | 8.9 |
| Short Stay T5 | £147.80 | 2 minutes | 8.9 |
Prices based on bookings made 6 months in advance for travel for 8 and 15 days in March 2022.
You will also find Business parking at Terminals 2, 3 and 5 and POD Parking at Terminal 5. Unfortunately, at the time of writing these services were closed due to the Corona pandemic and it was not possible to calculate a rate. Make sure to check in advance if the service you wish to use at Heathrow is operational. At this time some services are temporarily unavailable.
There is a dedicated Long Stay car park for each terminal and they are the ideal option for trips of a week or more. You can park your car yourself and keep your keys before hopping on one of the regular shuttle buses to the terminal. Buses run every 10 minutes and transfers take between 5 and 20 minutes depending on the terminal. There is excellent security coverage with frequent patrols and CCTV.
Meet and Greet services can be found at the Short Stay car park at each terminal. They are often the most expensive option as they are extremely convenient. You drop your car off with a professional valet and take your luggage the short walk to the terminal. Your car is parked for you in a secure on-site car park and returned to the same spot for your return. If you are in a rush, have lots of luggage or are travelling with a large group, this is an ideal parking option.
Short Stay parking is located outside each of the terminals and is often one of the more expensive official parking options due to its convenient location. It is a good option if you are planning just a short trip away, but is also very useful if you have a lot of luggage as you can just walk the short distance to check-in. There is free electric vehicle charging provided at the Short Stay car parks.
This car park is targeted at busy business people who require a quick and reliable parking service. It is a self-park service, so you can find your own space and keep your keys before hopping on the bus to the airport. The car park is located close to Terminals 2, 3 and 5 with shuttles running on-demand. Heathrow promises that there is a maximum wait time of 10 minutes for the on-demand shuttles with most running without a waiting time. The journey itself takes just a few minutes and while onboard you can make the most of the free WiFi and comfortable leather seating.
For a fun parking experience at Terminal 5 you can opt for POD Parking. This car park is connected to Terminal 5 by a unique electrically powered, driverless vehicle. These PODS run on-demand with less than 30 seconds wait and take just 7 minutes to reach the terminal. There is space for 4 passengers and luggage inside each pod. This is a self-park service.
Now you have a better idea of the Heathrow parking cost you can expect, make sure to follow the links to your favoured provider. If you still haven’t found what you are looking for, make sure to start your search for parking at Heathrow in the search bar above or check out our choice of the top 5 cheapest Heathrow options. You can then see exactly what parking services are available for your trip and make a booking in less than 5 minutes!
