Bristol Airport Parking

Short Stay parking at Bristol Airport is the ideal choice for quick trips or picking up and dropping off passengers. Located just a stone's throw from the terminal, it offers unbeatable convenience, allowing you to park close and walk straight to check-in within minutes. 

With secure facilities and flexible durations, Short Stay parking ensures your car is safe while you handle your travel needs. Whether you're on a brief getaway or simply meeting someone, this option provides a hassle-free parking experience right by the terminal. 

Bristol Airport’s official meet and greet parking offers the ultimate convenience for travellers looking to save time. Simply drive directly to the terminal, where a professional team will handle parking your vehicle, leaving you free to head straight to check-in. 

Enjoy a seamless parking experience, with the added benefit of quick and easy drop-off and collection, making your journey to and from the airport as stress-free as possible. 

Park and ride at Bristol Airport offers an affordable and convenient parking solution for travellers. This service ensures a smooth start to your journey with an easy and reliable terminal transfer. Simply park your car in the secure car park and hop on a complimentary shuttle bus that runs frequently, getting you to the terminal in just a few minutes. 

Park and ride not only saves you money but also provides peace of mind with 24/7 security, making it a reliable choice for both short and long trips. 

*Please note that parking processes may differ between products, please check individual product pages for details. 

Pick-up

The Short Stay and Pick Up Car Park is ideal for passenger pick up at Bristol Airport. Located just a short walk from the terminal, and with its own dedicated exits, a smooth process is guaranteed. Prices start from £6 for 30 minutes, find more information on Bristol Airport parking tariffs. 

Drop-off 

If you’re dropping off at Bristol Airport, head to the Drop and Go Car Park, located next to the terminal. Fitted with ANPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition) technology, entering and exiting the car park is quick and easy. Payment is taken when exiting the car park by contactless, chip and pin or cash. See prices below. 

Alternatively, you can take advantage of the airport’s Waiting Zone Car Park, which allows you to park for free for up to 1 hour. 

At Bristol Airport’s official car parks, the Blue Badge bays are all clearly marked and are located either closer to the terminal or the reception area at Official Airport Silver Zone. If you’ve booked a park-and-ride option, the shuttles are fitted with wheelchair ramps and can accommodate one wheelchair per shuttle. If you require special assistance while at the airport , you should book this directly with your airline prior to travelling.  

Find out more about Disabled Parking at Bristol Airport.  

For detailed information about the accessibility features of each car park, please review the product descriptions provided. 

Travelling to Bristol Airport is a relatively simple process, as the airport is located close to both the M4 and M5 motorways. Follow the instructions below to easily reach the airport no matter where you are arriving from. 

From the North 
When travelling down the M5 from the North, take junction 18 onto the A4 and then follow the signs for Bristol Airport. 

From the South 
When approaching from the south via the M5, take junction 22 and at the roundabout take the third exit for the A38. At the next roundabout take the second exit signposted A38 & Airport and continue for around 11 miles. 

From the South East 
Follow the A4 towards Bristol and then bear left onto the A4174 (signposted Ring Road). Follow signs for Airport and A38 Taunton. 

From the East 
Take junction 20 from the M4 and join the M5 southbound. Next, take junction 18 onto the A4 and then follow the signs for Bristol Airport. 

From South Wales 
Follow M4 over the second Severn Crossing. At junction 22 branch left to join M49 (signposted South West). Take the A4 (signposted A4 and A370 Bristol & Airport).   

Sat Nav Information 
Bristol Airport Postcode - BS48 3DY 
Use this postcode for Bristol Airport itself (for Meet and Greet customers), Bristol Airport Long Stay Car Park and Bristol Airport Silver Zone Car Park. 

Latitude/longitude: 51.3831° N, 2.7172° W 
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As well as making your car parking experience as hassle-free as possible, we can also provide some recommendations on how to make the rest of your day run just as smoothly. 

Arrival at Bristol Airport 
Bristol Airport recommends you arrive at least two hours prior to your departure time, but remember to take into account driving and parking at the airport, as well as any transfers, which could take between two and five minutes depending on the car parking service you’ve selected. 

How to Check-in at Bristol Airport 
There are a number of ways to check-in at Bristol Airport based on your airline and preference. 

Check-in Desks 
The traditional way of checking in! Once you’ve parked your car and walked into the airport terminal, you can report to your relevant check-in desk before continuing onto security. 

Self-Service Check-in
Self-service kiosks are located right in front of you as soon as you enter the terminal and can result in less queuing than the regular check-in desks. Both Brussels Airlines and KLM currently utilise self-service check-in. 

Online Check-in 
Many airlines offer online check-in and bag drop facilities. Simply check-in online before you set off for the airport and then either visit the bag drop desk or head straight to security with your printed boarding card. 

If you want to relax before your flight, try an Bristol Airport lounge. Take advantage of delicious food and drink, comfy sofas and super-fast WiFi. 

The Escape Lounge at Bristol 
Skip the busy restaurants and crowded seating areas in Bristol Airport with complimentary food and drink, free WiFi, and magazines and newspapers to keep you entertained. 

More information on Bristol Airport lounges