Edinburgh Airport is Scotland's largest and sees thousands of passengers pass through its terminals monthly.
However, leaving your car here while holidaying or picking up a friend from a foreign trip can be challenging and costly.
If you're coming to Edinburgh Airport via car, here is everything you need to know about parking, drop-offs and pick-ups.
Are there free pick-up and drop-off services at Edinburgh Airport?
Free pick-up and drop-off services are available at Edinburgh Airport (at the long-stay car park) for stays of up to 30 minutes.
Those staying for more than this allotted time will have to pay a tariff (which increases the longer a driver remains there).
Stays of between 30 minutes and an hour will cost £10, while those staying between one and three hours can expect to be charged £18.
For easier pick-ups and drop-offs, there is also a charged zone near the EDI control tower.
Stays of up to 10 minutes will cost motorists £6, with every minute after this costing £1.
Find out more about the prices on the Edinburgh Airport website.
Is there free parking at Edinburgh Airport?
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There is no free parking at Edinburgh Airport, with each service costing drivers.
Here are all the parking services available at the airport:
Long-Stay Parking
Dubbed one of the "most popular car parks" at the airport, Long-Stay Parking is a 10 to 12-minute walk from the terminal. The price of this is variable but travellers can make savings of 60% when they pre-book.
Mid-Stay Parking
The Mid-Stay Parking is described as a "secret gem" and is around a 10-minute walk from the terminal. A stay here can set drivers back £40 per day.
FastPark
FastPark is a convenient valet service located right next to the terminal. Find out more here.
Terminal Parking
Perfect for those flying out for a few days, Terminal Parking is only a few minutes walk from the departures. Every day here after the first 24 hours can set motorists back £50.
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Multi-Storey Parking
Edinburgh Airport states: "It's not possible to park any closer than Multi-Storey."
Plane Parking
This is the airport's official budget car park and is ideal for those looking to make huge savings.
Located slightly further away, the car park has a free shuttle bus service.
