How to choose the best airport parking option for your trip?
When planning a plane trip, choosing a suitable parking option at the airport is often an important aspect of your preparation. There are several parking options available, each with their own advantages and disadvantages. In this blog, we will discuss how to choose the best parking option to suit your travel needs.
1. Long or short parking?
The first question to ask yourself is how long you plan to park. For a short city trip or a business trip of a few days, you can often use the airport’s short-term car parks. These are usually located close to the terminal, but are more expensive than long-term parking.
Going on a longer trip? Then long-term parking is usually the cheaper option. These car parks are often further away from the airport, but offer a shuttle bus service to the terminal.
Tip: Check parking fees in advance and compare short- and long-term parking options on different websites.
2. Airport parking or off-site parking?
Airports offer on-site parking options as well as off-site parking services near the airport. Off-site parking can be an economical choice, especially if you are willing to take a shuttle bus or taxi to get to the airport. These car parks are often a lot cheaper than the official airport car parks, but do check that a reliable and frequent shuttle bus service is available if it’s to far to walk.
Benefits of off-site parking:
- Lower costs, especially for longer periods.
- Often reserved spots.
Benefits of on-site parking:
- Close to the terminal, less travel time to the departure hall.
Park & Fly’s parking solutions are all located within walking distance of the terminal and are cheaper than the official airport car parks. We offer our services at Eindhoven, Rotterdam and Weeze airports. Be sure to take a look when you travel soon!
3. Security and additional services
Another important aspect is parking security. Official airports usually offer well-secured parking areas, but off-site parking providers also often have 24/7 camera surveillance. Check the security features of the parking options before making your choice. Park & Fly car parks all have 24/7 camera surveillance.
In addition, some parking providers offer additional services, such as valet parking, where you can drop off your car right at the terminal. This can be very convenient if you are travelling with a lot of luggage or if you just want some extra convenience.
Ps: Flying from Eindhoven or Rotterdam soon? Then be sure to check out our valet parking options there!
4. Costs
Costs can vary considerably. It depends on the location, the length of your stay and the services offered. It is wise to book online in advance, as many providers offer early booking discounts. Compare different parking options and also note any surcharges, such as for using the shuttle bus or extra services.
Tip: Park & Fly offers low-cost short-term parking at Eindhoven Airport. For parking periods of 1-5 days, we offer the sharpest prices almost all year round. You don’t have to choose the expensive official airport car parks, because with us you can park your car safely and pay a lot less.
5. Booking and availability
In high season, parking spaces can fill up quickly, especially low-cost options. It is therefore advisable to book your parking space in advance. This not only prevents stress on the day of departure, but also ensures that you are guaranteed a spot.
Conclusion
Several factors come into play when choosing the best airport parking option: the length of your trip, your budget, proximity to the terminal, and security. Whether you opt for convenience and proximity or a more economical option with a short shuttle bus ride, by choosing the right parking option you will start your journey worry-free.
By planning and comparing well in advance, you will save costs and time, and start your holiday or business trip worry-free.
Have fun travelling!
