FEES ON THE RISE: Luton Airport opens new passenger drop-off area costing £7
- Perry Richardson
- Sep 26
- 1 min read
London Luton Airport has opened a new drop-off and pick-up zone inside its recently launched Terminal Car Park 2 (TCP2), bringing changes to taxi passenger access and charges.
The new facility replaces the temporary terminal-front drop-off space and the Mid-Stay drop-off zone, both of which have now closed. Located on the ground floor of TCP2, the covered zone provides direct access to the terminal building and offers a longer maximum stay of 10 minutes. The cost, however, has risen from £5 to £7.
TCP2 itself provides 1,900 parking spaces and is designed to handle more traffic while improving access for passengers. The new drop-off system is barrier-free and cashless, with automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) cameras in operation. Payments must be completed online after each visit.
As part of the wider update, the old drop-off area outside the terminal will be redeveloped to create extra bus stands.
For drivers seeking alternatives, Luton continues to offer two hours of free parking at the Long Stay car park, with regular shuttle buses to the terminal. Blue Badge holders can park free of charge for up to 30 minutes in Terminal Car Park 1, while electric vehicle users can park there for £1 for 30 minutes.
Terminal Car Park 1 is also recommended for Blue Badge holders and those with pre-booked Assisted Travel, with reduced rates available for longer stays of up to 24 hours.
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