
Official Long Stay Car Park Stansted Airport
At a Glance: Official Long Stay Car Park

- On-airport
- Keep your keys
- £10.28* per day
- 15 minutes to the terminal by bus
- Transfers every 15 minutes
- Park Mark accredited
- Semi-Flex booking
*Prices on this page were checked on 2nd Nov 2026 for 9th Nov 2026 – 16th Nov 2026 and may fluctuate. Parking prices vary by travel date, so search your own dates above for a current quote.
Official Long Stay Car Park: All you need to know
Official Long Stay Car Park at Stansted Airport is designed for travellers heading off for a week or more. Ideal for holidays and longer trips, this car park offers great value for extended stays. You park your own car and catch a shuttle to the terminal. Security measures include 24-hour CCTV coverage and controlled access to give you confidence your car is in safe hands.
Security
- Staffed around the clock
- Barrier controlled entry and exit
- Number plate recognition on entry
- Park Mark accredited
Facilities and accessibility
- Park and ride, with a transfer to the terminal
- On the airport site
- You keep your own keys
- Transfers every 15 minutes
- Park Mark accredited
One hundred bays are set aside for Blue Badge holders, close to the facilities and easy to reach. The free transfer bus runs a short distance from the terminal and is fully accessible to wheelchair users. Blue Badge holders are usually asked to board first, and there is priority seating and dedicated wheelchair points on board. Press the help button in the bus shelter and the controller will know you need a transfer to the terminal.
Is Official Long Stay Car Park right for you?
Best for
- Anyone who's conscious of the price. Official Long Stay Car Park is one of the cheapest options we have at Stansted Airport.
- Anyone who wants to be close to the airport.
- Drivers who would rather keep hold of their own keys.
- Anyone who wants Park Mark accredited security.
Consider another option if
- Price is your main concern: 4 options at Stansted Airport, available through Cheap Airport Parking, cost less for these dates.
- You want Meet & Greet: 5 Meet & Greet options at Stansted Airport are available through Cheap Airport Parking.
*Prices on this page were checked on 2nd Nov 2026 for 9th Nov 2026 – 16th Nov 2026 and may fluctuate. Parking prices vary by travel date, so search your own dates above for a current quote.
Compare Official Long Stay Car Park with other Stansted Airport parking





| Car park | Keys | Transfer | Rating | Price | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() Official Long Stay Car ParkOn-airport | Keep keys | 15 mins by bus | – | £71.99* | This car park |
![]() Official Mid Stay Car ParkOn-airport | Keep keys | 7 mins by bus | – | £69.99* | £2* cheaper than Official Long Stay Car Park |
![]() Official Short Stay Blue ZoneOn-airport | Keep keys | 10–12 mins on foot | – | £84.99* | £13* more expensive than Official Long Stay Car Park |
![]() Official Short Stay Green Multi-StoreyOn-airport | Keep keys | 5–8 mins on foot | – | £94.99* | £23* more expensive than Official Long Stay Car Park |
![]() Official Short Stay Premium OrangeOn-airport | Keep keys | 4 mins on foot | – | £104.00* | £32.01* more expensive than Official Long Stay Car Park |
Ratings from
*Prices on this page were checked on 2nd Nov 2026 for 9th Nov 2026 – 16th Nov 2026 and may fluctuate. Parking prices vary by travel date, so search your own dates above for a current quote.
Our take
Official Long Stay Car Park is 5th cheapest of 15 at Stansted Airport for these dates.
Stansted Official Long Stay FAQs
How long does the transfer from Stansted Long Stay take?
Allow approximately 10–15 minutes for the shuttle journey to the terminal. Buses run regularly throughout the day and night.
Do I keep my keys at Stansted Long Stay?
Yes, you keep your keys the whole time at Official Long Stay Car Park. This is a self-park car park, so you park the car yourself and nobody else drives or accesses it.
What happens when I arrive at Stansted Long Stay?
Drive to the entrance barrier and allow the ANPR system to recognise your registration. Park in a marked bay, make a note of your parking zone, keep your keys and take the shuttle bus to the terminal.
How do I get back to Stansted Long Stay?
After collecting your luggage, take the Long Stay shuttle from the terminal back to your parking zone. Return to your vehicle and drive to the exit barrier.
Is Stansted Long Stay suitable for Blue Badge holders?
Accessible parking bays and accessible shuttle services are available. Blue Badge spaces are subject to availability.
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