Belfast International Airport drop-off charge
£5 for 10 minutes. Here's how to pay it, what happens if you forget, and the free way to drop off or pick up at Belfast International Airport.
The charge
| Time | Price |
|---|---|
| 0–10 minutes | £5.00 |
| 10–20 minutes | £8.00 |
| 20–60 minutes | £13.00 |
| Over 1 hour | £60.00 |
Don't leave your car unattended at any time.
How to pay Pay before you leave
- Coin or card machine on exit
Free drop-off and pick-up
Belfast International's Long Stay car park has a 15-minute grace period, so it can be used for pick-up and drop-off. After 15 minutes the normal gate rates apply.
Picking someone up at Belfast International
| Time | Price |
|---|---|
| 0–10 minutes | £5.00 |
| 10–20 minutes | £6.00 |
| 20–30 minutes | £6.50 |
| 30–60 minutes | £7.00 |
| Time | Price |
|---|---|
| 0–30 minutes | £5.00 |
| 30 minutes – 1 hour | £7.00 |
| Time | Price |
|---|---|
| First 15 minutes | Free |
To meet passengers in the arrivals hall, Belfast International suggests the Short Stay or Main car park.
Where to go
The drop off zone is directly opposite the terminal (airport postcode BT29 4AB).
Lift or park: which is cheaper?
Being dropped off and picked up means your driver does the trip twice each way: four journeys. This adds that up using Belfast International's own charges.
15p a mile is a starting point; change it to suit your car. Parking prices change by date, so get a quote from the airport's own parking site.
Questions
How much is the drop-off charge at Belfast International Airport?
£5 for 10 minutes in the Drop off zone, directly opposite the terminal. Don't leave your car unattended at any time.
How do I pay to drop off at Belfast International Airport?
Coin or card machine on exit.
Is there free drop-off at Belfast International Airport?
Belfast International's Long Stay car park has a 15-minute grace period, so it can be used for pick-up and drop-off. After 15 minutes the normal gate rates apply.
Where do I pick someone up at Belfast International Airport?
Short Stay car park (0–10 minutes: £5.00). To meet passengers in the arrivals hall, Belfast International suggests the Short Stay or Main car park.
Sources
Checked on Belfast International Airport's own website on 15 October 2026. Airports change these charges often, so check the signs on the day. Spotted a change? Email hello@airportdropoff.co.uk.