On the edge of Clyst Honiton, EXT serves Exeter, Plymouth, Torbay and the wider peninsula. Postcode for the satnav: EX5 2BD. From the north, leave the M5 at Junction 29 onto the A30 and follow airport signs — rural approach roads can slow in bad weather, so keep your confirmation and operator number handy.
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One Terminal, Four Car Parks: Get This Right Before You Leave
Exeter runs from a single terminal, so there is no T2/T3 puzzle — only which car park matches your trip. Official on-site parking is split clearly:
- Car Park P1 — short stay, opposite the terminal, the closest walk to check-in.
- Car Park P2 — short stay beside P1, also used for some arrivals collections.
- Car Park P3 (Exeter airport long stay parking) — on-site long stay, typically a short courtesy transfer; pre-booked only, so you cannot just drive in on the day.
- Car Park P4 — on-site long stay a little further out, with a shuttle, and the airport's free 30-minute drop-off zone.
All four are Park Mark police-accredited with CCTV and patrols. Your booking voucher always shows the exact entrance — follow orange P4 signs off the B3184 for Car Park 4, and terminal-loop signs for P1 and P2.
Meet & Greet or Park & Ride? A Space for Every Exeter Flight
Want the shortest walk from the car? Exeter airport parking meet and greet is the fast option: drive to the agreed terminal handover, pass your keys to an insured driver, and walk straight to check-in while your car sits in a secure compound. It is the one families with luggage and early TUI or Ryanair departures tend to choose.
Hunting for cheap parking Exeter airport on a week or more? Independent Park & Ride plus official car park 3 Exeter airport / Exeter airport car park 4 long stay usually win on total trip cost. You keep your keys on official long stay; Meet & Greet trades that for a terminal-side handover. Compare shuttle times against your check-in close — P4 is further from the building than P3, so an early departure may be happier in P3 or Meet & Greet.
What You'll Actually Pay: Honest 2026 Figures
The gap between pre-booking and turning up at Exeter is unusually wide. Official gate rates (drive up, no booking) currently run to around £50 for 12–24 hours in P1 and £25 in P4, with extra days on top. Pre-booked independent Park & Ride for a week typically starts from around £30–£45 off-peak, with Meet & Greet from roughly £40–£65 for the extra convenience.
School holidays, bank holidays and the summer Cornwall rush are when parking at Exeter airport sells through and last-minute prices jump. If your dates are firm, lock the space in — that is the simplest way to find cheap Exeter airport parking rather than paying at the barrier.
The Drop-Off Charge: P1 Costs, P4 Is Free
Exeter does not use a barrierless ANPR charge on the approach road like Heathrow or Luton — but stopping on the terminal roads is banned (Airport Bylaw 4). For a proper goodbye you have two official choices:
- Car Park P4 — 30 minutes free, then standard long-stay tariffs (about £2 after 30–60 minutes). This is the drop-off most drivers should use.
- Car Park P1 — opposite the terminal, £8 for up to 15 minutes, then £15 up to an hour. Closest walk, steepest short-stay bill.
Blue Badge holders and drivers collecting passengers with reduced mobility should use P1 (and P2 for some Arrivals 2 collections). For anything beyond a kerbside wave, skip P1 and use the free half-hour in P4.
Getting to Exeter Airport: M5, A30, Five Minutes from the Motorway
Exeter Airport sits at Clyst Honiton, about five miles from the city centre. From the north and Midlands, leave the M5 at Junction 29, join the A30, then follow airport signs. From Exeter itself, Honiton Road (B3183 / A3015) is the usual run. There is no rail station on site — if you arrive by train, Exeter St Davids plus a local bus is the public-transport alternative, which is why so many South West trips still start with a booked car space.
Build extra time on Friday evenings, school-holiday Saturdays and when the A30 is slow after wet weather. Pop EX5 2BD in the satnav, then switch to your operator's signs for the last few hundred metres.
Booked, Parked, Away You Go – What Happens on the Day
Your confirmation voucher shows exactly where to go — Meet & Greet reception, car park 3, or P4. Arrive at your booked time and follow the operator's own signage, not the public short-stay loop unless that is what you booked.
Landing back at EXT? Collect bags, call the number on the voucher (or use the P4 shuttle), and your car will be waiting. A2Z is the booking agent throughout; the operator handles the day-of service. Availability and pricing always depend on your dates.
Book Your Space, Skip the Devon Traffic Stress
Whether you are catching KLM to Amsterdam or a TUI holiday from the peninsula, sorting parking in Exeter airport now means one less thing to think about on the A30. Compare Meet & Greet and long stay, lock in the total price, and get back to packing.
Your journey at Exeter
Practical guidance for drop-off and collection. Exact meeting points are always on your operator voucher.
Where to meet
Your confirmation voucher shows the exact operator Meet & Greet point or Park & Ride reception for Exeter. Arrive at the booked time and follow the operator’s signs — not the public short-stay car parks unless told otherwise. A2Z is the booking agent; the operator handles the day-of service.
Terminal map
Check which terminal your airline uses before you leave home. Operator Meet & Greet and shuttle routes differ by terminal at larger airports — using the wrong terminal delays handover.
Directions
Follow airport “Departures” then operator instructions on your voucher. Keep the operator phone number handy for the last 15–20 minutes of your drive.
Traffic tips
Build in extra time at peak holiday weekends and early mornings. Roadworks and airport drop-off congestion are the most common causes of late arrival.
Arrival instructions
On landing, collect bags then call the number on your voucher. For Meet & Greet, wait at the agreed collection point; for Park & Ride, use the shuttle back to the compound.
Departure instructions
Allow time to hand over keys or catch the shuttle before airline check-in closes. Have your booking reference and vehicle registration ready.
What to expect on site
Typical operator facilities — your confirmation shows the exact location for your booking.
Operators at Exeter
Typical Meet & Greet and Park & Ride providers you may see when you search — availability and pricing depend on your dates.
- Official Short Stay P1 Short Stay
- Official Short Stay P2 Short Stay
- Official Long Stay P3 Long Stay
- Official Long Stay P4 Long Stay
- Meet & Greet Meet & Greet
Exeter Airport Parking FAQs
Do I need to check which terminal I'm flying from?
No. Exeter has a single terminal, so any booking covers your flight regardless of airline.
What's the cheapest way to arrange Exeter airport parking?
Pre-booked official long stay (P3 or P4) or independent Park & Ride for a week or more is usually best value, especially outside school holidays. P3 is pre-booked only — you cannot turn up and pay at that car park.
Is there a free drop-off at Exeter Airport?
Yes. Car Park P4 is free for 30 minutes. Car Park P1 opposite the terminal charges £8 for up to 15 minutes. Do not stop on the approach roads.
What's the difference between Car Park 3 and Car Park 4?
Both are official long stay. P3 is closer to the terminal and pre-booked only. P4 is further out with a shuttle and includes the free 30-minute drop-off/pick-up window.
Is Exeter airport parking meet and greet worth it?
It is the fastest option if you have luggage, children or a tight check-in. You hand keys at the terminal and walk in; the operator stores the car until you land. Compare the extra cost against shuttle time on your dates.
Is parking at Exeter Airport secure?
Official P1–P4 car parks are Park Mark accredited with CCTV and patrols. A2Z only lists vetted operators; cover details are shown at booking.
What happens if my return flight to EXT is delayed?
Call the number on your confirmation. Meet & Greet operators should track your actual landing time. Official long stay simply keeps your space until you collect — overstay gate rates apply if you go past the booked period.
When you have the layout of Exeter in mind, compare live parking prices on the booking page — or use the search card above.
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