Drop-off charges to increase at Belfast airport
Getty ImagesBelfast International Airport is to increase the charge in its drop-off zone from £3 to £5.
The price change for people collecting or dropping off passengers in that area, which is next to the terminal building, will come into effect from Monday 9 March.
In a statement, the airport said: "The new pricing reflects significant cost pressures that many businesses across Northern Ireland are currently facing."
Drivers can use the drop-off zone for up to 10 minutes. A free drop-off and pick-up point exists within the long-stay car park where you can wait for 15 minutes before being charged.
Blue badge holders who are getting dropped off or collected can continue to receive 30 minutes free of charge in the short stay car park, it said.
They said they are "committed to transforming the airport" and are progressing with a "£100m investment programme that has already delivered a new terminal extension, security hall and enhanced duty-free experience."
"Further improvements to the exterior forecourt layout will commence shortly to support traffic flow and public transport access," they added.
What is the charge at other airports?
Cardiff Airport - £3 for 10 minutes
Belfast City Airport - £4 for 10 minutes
Manchester Airport - £5 for five minutes
Liverpool Airport - £6 for 10 minutes
Glasgow Airport - £7 for 15 minutes
Leeds Bradford - £8 for 10 minutes
Dublin airport - Free
