Dropping someone at the Glasgow Airport terminal forecourt costs £7 for up to 15 minutes, then £1 for each additional minute, a rate that rose from £6 on 3 February 2026. It is not free. The money-saving alternative is the Long Stay car park, which gives you about 30 minutes free with a shuttle bus to the terminal. Prices checked August 2026.
The forecourt tariff
The drop-off zone is on the forecourt immediately outside the terminal, which is the most convenient place to set someone down. Since 3 February 2026 it costs £7 for up to 15 minutes, and after that it is £1 for every extra minute, so it climbs quickly if you linger. For a quick goodbye it is fine, but it is poor value if you expect to wait for a delayed flight.
| Time at the forecourt | Charge |
|---|---|
| Up to 15 minutes | £7 |
| Each additional minute | £1 |
The free alternative
If you want to avoid the charge, use the Long Stay car park instead. It offers about 30 minutes free, with a free on-demand shuttle bus running to and from the terminal. This is the sensible choice when you are collecting someone, because arrivals and baggage reclaim can take longer than you expect and the forecourt meter keeps running. Blue Badge holders also get 30 minutes free in the multi-storey car park.
Picking someone up
For pick-ups, park in the Long Stay car park and wait there for the free window, then use the shuttle, rather than circling the forecourt on the meter. If you are meeting a pre-booked taxi or a rideshare instead of driving yourself, note that those pickups happen at Car Park 2, Zone D, covered on the taxis page. And if nobody can collect you, the 500 Airport Express runs 24 hours a day for £11.
Drop-off FAQs
How much is the drop-off charge at Glasgow Airport? £7 for up to 15 minutes at the forecourt, then £1 for each additional minute. The rate rose from £6 on 3 February 2026.
Is there free drop-off at Glasgow Airport? Yes. The Long Stay car park offers about 30 minutes free with a free shuttle bus to the terminal.
Where do I pick someone up at Glasgow Airport? The cheapest way is to wait in the Long Stay car park, which is free for about 30 minutes, and use the shuttle. The forecourt is chargeable at £7 for up to 15 minutes.
When did the Glasgow Airport drop-off price go up? The forecourt charge rose from £6 to £7 for up to 15 minutes on 3 February 2026.
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Last verified August 2026 by the Glasgow Airport Guide editorial team. Prices and timetables change, so confirm the specifics on the official Glasgow Airport website before you travel.