Question to the Department for Transport:

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment he has made of the implications for his policies of the level of airport drop-off fees.

Drop off charges at airports are a matter for the airport operator as a commercial business to manage and justify. However, the Department for Transport expects car parking at airports to be managed appropriately and consumers treated fairly.

Most airports’ websites contain information on the car parking and drop-off options available and recommendations of the best options depending on the length of stay. For example, Heathrow Airport’s website states that up to 30 minutes free parking is available at their Long Stay car parks where free shuttle buses operate to the terminals. Birmingham Airport’s website states that their “Drop Off” area, a short 5-10 minute walk to the airport, is free for up to 20 minutes.

Passengers or visitors who are unsure of the options available should check the relevant airport’s website prior to travel.