Dropping off or picking up at Leeds Bradford Airport: what you need to know

Leeds Bradford Airport (often called LBA) sits high up near Yeadon, and the roads around it are narrow and busy at peak times. There's no train station at the airport, so most people arrive by car, bus or taxi.

Many people still remember pulling up outside the terminal to say goodbye. That's no longer allowed, and stopping on the airport roads may result in a parking charge notice.

1. 1

   Follow the 'Pick Up and Drop Off' signs

   The car park is about a one-minute walk from the terminal.

2. 2

   Drive in

   There's no ticket. Cameras read your number plate when you enter.

3. 3

   Unload and say your goodbyes

   Keep an eye on the time. The charge goes up the longer you stay.

4. 4

   Pay at the barrier on the way out

   It's cashless, so bring a bank card or a phone that can pay.

Collecting someone can take longer than you expect. Flights land early or late, and getting through passport control and baggage reclaim can take a while. Waiting in a paid car park while you watch the clock isn't relaxing.

• Check the flight's arrival time on the airport website before you leave home.
• Wait until your passenger has their bags before you drive into the drop-off car park.
• Agree a meeting point in advance in case phones run out of battery.

There are dedicated Blue Badge spaces in the airport car parks. The rules can differ from the main drop-off zone, so read the Assisted Travel section of the airport's website before you set off.

If a family member is flying and you'd rather not do the airport run yourself, a private transfer can take care of it. We can collect them from their front door, or meet them in arrivals with a name sign so they don't have to search for their lift.

We track the flight, so if it's delayed the driver plans around the new landing time. And you see the full price before you book.