Changes to our Drop Off Options
Express Drop Off
A new Express Drop Off zoneis now available at London Luton Airport. The introduction of Express Drop Off provides an even more convenient option for passengers looking to be briefly dropped off directly in front of the terminal entrance.
Express Drop Off operates as a cashless and barrier-free system. It is available 24 hours a day and costs £5.00 for a five-minute stay and £1.00 per minute thereafter (up to a maximum stay of 20 minutes). Customers using Express Drop Off have until midnight the following day to pay their fee.
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Please note that access to the Express Drop Off zone may be restricted during peak times.
Alternative Drop Off Options
There are several alternative ways to drop off at LLA.
- Drop Off Zone at Mid Stay Car Park - 7 to 10 mins walk to the LLA terminal /or shuttle bus transfer, free of charge
Best for: those looking to drop-off/pick-up for free
- Long Stay Car Park – 10 mins transfer to the LLA terminal via free shuttle bus
Best for: those needing a little longer
Please ensure that you allow additional time for your journey if you plan to use Express Drop Off, as demand is likely to be high during busier periods.
Pick Up Zones
Free of charge pick up zones are available in LLA’s Mid Stay and Long Stay car parks.
Information specifically for Blue Badge Holders or require special assistance
Dropping off and picking up for Blue badge holders or require special assistance
If you are a registered Blue Badge holder you can now Drop off and Pick up passengers in the Express Drop Off Zone located just outside the terminal front.
This is the closest point to drop off to the terminal should you require assistance or have reduced mobility, please follow signs to the Express Drop Off Zone. There are no concessions for blue badge holders in our Express Drop Off Zone, however, you can still benefit from 30 minutes free drop off and pick up in Terminal Car Park 1, on presentation of a blue badge. For more information clickhere.
For passengers with a blue badge wishing to drop off and pick up in Mid Stay Car Park, we have a dedicated bus service which will run throughout the day from bus bay A in the Mid Stay Car Park and on return from opposite bus bay T, outside the terminal building.
If you are unable to find the dedicated service, please call 01582 395270 for further assistance.
Parking for the duration of your holiday
We recommend parking in Terminal Car Park 1 to benefit from reduced rates and ease of access. However, if you wish to use an alternative Car Park, we have blue badge spaces in all our Car Parks and both the Mid Stay and Long Stay Car Parks are serviced by fully accessible shuttle buses, however you won’t benefit from reduced rates in these Car Parks.
Prepare for Security
We want to help ensure you enjoy a smooth journey, and that starts with making security simple.
It’s as easy as Bag. Tray. Go. Pack everything in your bag, place your bag in a security tray and head through security. Then you’re free to discover, explore and relax in Departures before your flight.
Read more here.
M1 Closures - August 2024
Upgrade works to the M1 between junctions 9 and 14 will see traffic management barriers installed and a 50mph average speed restriction in place.
| Date | Closure details |
| Wednesday 14 August for 1 night | Full overnight closure of M1 junction 9 to 11a Northbound |
| Thursday 15 August for 1 night | Full overnight closure of M1 junction 14 to 11a Southbound |
| Friday 16 August for 1 night | Full overnight closure of M1 junction 11a to 10 Southbound |
| Saturday 17 August for 1 night | Full overnight closure of M1 junction 11a to 14 Northbound |
| Tuesday 20 August for 3 nights | Full overnight closure of M1 junction 9 to 11a Northbound |
| Tuesday 27 August for 4 nights | Full overnight closure of M1 junction 11a to 9 Southbound |
Please check National Highways for more details.
Coming Soon
Work is underway on the installation of a new mezzanine floor in the London Luton Airport departure lounge.
Once complete, the floor will form part of an exciting new flagship restaurant providing seating for up to 500 diners.
Now that work is underway, the former Frankie & Benny’s restaurant has closed.
Our aim is to ensure minimum disruption to passengers in the LLA terminal.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
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Page last updated at 15:25on 13.08.2024
