A roof box adds height, which matters for airport parking. Here is how to avoid height-limit problems and pick the right car park.
Height limits in airport car parks
Multi-storey and covered car parks have height barriers, typically around 2 metres, which a roof box can exceed. Hitting a height limit at the entrance with a queue behind you is stressful, so it pays to know your vehicle's total height with the box fitted before you book.
Which parking suits a roof box
Open-air car parks and off-airport Park & Ride compounds have no height restrictions, so they suit vehicles with a roof box, and they are usually cheaper too. Meet & Greet also works, as you hand the car over at the terminal. Avoid booking a multi-storey if your total height exceeds the barrier.
Check before you book
Measure your vehicle's height with the roof box fitted and compare it against the car park's stated height limit, shown on the listing, before booking. When you compare parking with us, filter for open-air or Park & Ride options if you have a tall load, to avoid any barrier surprises on the day.
Tips for parking with a roof box
If your roof box is removable and empty, you could take it off for the trip, but most travellers keep it loaded with holiday gear. In that case, book open-air Park & Ride, allow a little extra space, and ensure the box is locked and secure for the duration of your trip.
Our verdict
A roof box is no problem with the right car park: choose open-air Park & Ride or Meet & Greet to sidestep height barriers, check the limit before booking, and apply BCP30 for up to 30% off. A quick height check saves any awkwardness at the entrance.
More questions
Yes, but choose open-air Park & Ride or Meet & Greet, which have no height limits, rather than a multi-storey with a barrier around 2 metres. Check your vehicle's total height with the box before booking.
Multi-storey and covered car parks typically have a barrier around 2 metres, which a roof box can exceed. Open-air and off-airport Park & Ride compounds have no height restrictions, so they suit tall loads.
Open-air Park & Ride is ideal, with no height limits and good value, or Meet & Greet, where you hand the car over at the terminal. Filter for these when comparing, and apply BCP30 for up to 30% off.
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