Holidays from East Midlands Airport

East Midlands Airport is easy to reach however you're travelling. By bus, there are quick, regular routes connecting the airport with Nottingham, Leicester, Derby and plenty of other local spots, with buses arriving and departing from the Coach Station right next to the terminal building.

There's no train station at the airport itself, but East Midlands Parkway is just five miles away and well suited to journeys further afield, with the Nottsbus On Demand service linking the two. Coach services also run daily from the Coach Station, just past WHSmith in the Arrivals Hall, with pick-up points from right across the UK bringing you straight to the airport door. And if you'd rather drive, the airport is easily reached by car or taxi too, with a range of parking options to suit different budgets.

East Midlands Airport has a range of options to choose from, including Short Stay, Mid Stay, Long Stay, JetParks, Meet & Greet, Blue Badge parking, plus dedicated pick-up and drop-off areas. It's worth booking online in advance where you can, as you're more likely to get the option you want, and it's usually cheaper than turning up and paying on the day. Book your East Midlands Airport parking online today, or call our Sales Team and they'll be happy to help!

Just the one — East Midlands Airport operates from a single terminal, so check-in, security, departures and arrivals are all in the same building. It makes things nice and straightforward, though it's still worth checking your airline's information before you travel so you know exactly where to go on the day.

As a general rule, aim to arrive around 2 hours before a short-haul flight and up to 3 hours for long-haul, giving yourself enough time for check-in, bag drop and security. It's always worth double-checking with your airline too, as exact times can vary depending on your destination and whether you're travelling with hold luggage. If you're flying during a busy period like school holidays or over Christmas, it's worth giving yourself a bit of extra buffer.

There's plenty to keep you occupied at East Midlands Airport before your flight, with a good range of shops and places to eat, including Terracotta Italian Kitchen for a proper sit-down meal, Alembic for a Mediterranean-inspired small plates menu, and a WHSmith one-stop shop for last-minute essentials. If you fancy somewhere quieter to relax, the Escape Lounge offers complimentary food and drink away from the busier parts of the terminal, and there's also a Little Flyers Play Zone for younger travellers, plus a quiet room and sensory pod for anyone who prefers a calmer space before flying. Just bear in mind that opening times and facilities can vary, and the airport's ongoing improvements mean things may change, so it's worth checking the airport's latest guidance before you travel.

Yes — security Fast Track is available at East Midlands Airport and can be booked in advance to help you get through security faster, which is especially handy during busier periods.

Yes — East Midlands Airport provides assistance for anyone who needs a bit of extra help getting through the terminal. Just make sure to arrange this either with us or your airline in advance, then head to the Assisted Travel desk in the main check-in hall when you arrive so the team can help with your journey on the day.