Airport Name: East Midlands Airport
Airport Code: EMA
Teklephone: +44 (0)133 285 2852

East Midlands Airport,
Castle Donington,
Derby,
Derbyshire,
DE74 2SA

Nottingham East Midlands airport is in the centre of the country, surrounded by the city of Nottingham, Deby and Leicester. The airport was offically opened back in 1965 by Prince Philip. It was not a great success financially at the start but was later bought by the NAtional Express Group who recognised the potentional of the airport. Over the next 8 years they invested £77million on the airport infrastructure and passenger facilities. In 2000 the National Express Group sold the airport to the Manchester Airport Group for £241million. The airport has continued to prosper since and 2003 saw a staggering 2.38 million passengers pass through the gates.

Getting there by Car

Nottingham East Midlands Airport is in the centre of the country, surrounded by the cities of Nottingham, Derby and Leicester. The Airport is easily accessible from all parts of the UK, either by road or by public transport. Take junction 23a or 24 from the M1 and the airport is clearly signposted. If travelling on the M42, continue until it turns into the A42 and follow airport signs

Getting there by Taxi

Taxis operated by Checker Cars, are available from the Taxi Office, outside the Arrivals Area, 24 hours a day.

Getting there by Bus / Coach

National Express Airport service 240 offers direct connections daily to and from Nottingham East Midlands Airport to Bradford, Leeds, Sheffield, Chesterfield. Luton, Heathrow and Gatwick, allowing onward connections throughout the UK.

Other services include Air-Line shuttle providing a direct link between the Airport and Loughborough and Derby railway and bus stations; Rainbow 5 linking Nottingham to Loughborough, via airport and Skylink, a frequent service running half hourly from Nottingham City Centre to the Airport, calling at the Train Station, Clifton and then direct to the Airport. Contact Traveline, Bartone Buses and Skylink for more details.

Getting there by Train

Loughborough, Long Eaton, Nottingham and Derby stations are all located a short bus or taxi ride from the airport. All stations are served by the main InterCity trains which are operated by Midland Mainline and Central Trains. There are regular buses to all stations. For more details on trains contact Virgin Trains or National Rail.

 

Services

• Bureau de change - available in departures and arrivals area
  
• Information Desk - open 24 hours
  
• Car Hire - available in arrivals area
  
• Taxi Office - outside arrivals area
  
• Chaplaincy
  

Shopping

Main Terminal

• Aviation Gift and Hobby Centre
  
• World News
  
• Boots the Chemist
  
• Dixons
  
• Crew.uk
  
• Dominoes Toys
  
• Ilkeston Co-op Travel
  

International Departure Lounge

• Alpha Airport Shopping
  
• International Currency Exchange
  
• World News
  
• Impulse Records
  
• JudiJudiWorld
  
• Salisburys
  

Eating

• The Trent Cafe
  
• O'Briens Irish Sandwich Bar
  
• Delice de France
  
• Churnet Bar
  
• The Local Hero
  
• Meden Food Village
  
• Caffé Ritazza
  
• Bar des Voyageurs
  

Disabled

• Pick up area at the front of terminal for the collection of disabled passengers
  
• Porters available to help with luggage or provide wheelchair assistance
  
• Disabled toilet facilities available throughout terminal
  
• Hearing loops provided throughout terminal
  
• Lift available for access to first floor
  
• Ambulift or carrychair for boarding aircraft
  
• Wide car-parking spaces reserved for disabled passengers in short stay car park only - 50 metres from terminal entrance.
  
• Wheelchair accessible taxis available
  
• Trained first aiders available 24 hours
  

Children

• A video games zone is situated in the Terminal.
  
• Indoor aircraft viewing balcony in the Trent Cafe
  
• High chairs, bottle warming service, colouring pads and crayons, children's meals and party packs available at the Trent Café.
  
• Child friendly areas in bars with high chairs, no smoking and TV.
  
• Toys and games available in Dominoes Toys.
  
• Rascal Rabbit Kids Club for children up to the age of 12. Members of the Club receive a birthday card and a quarterly newsletter.

 

There are four East Midlands airport parking pre-book options. The available car parks are:

• Airparks Services (min stay 4 days)
  
• Long Stay Parking (min stay 5 days)
  
• Medium Stay Parking (min stay 1 day)
  
• Prestige Parking (no min stay)
  

Express Parking

Express parking at East Midlands is ideal for short stays of up to 12 hours. This car parking option should be used for dropping off and picking up passengers or for day trips. The car park is located opposite the terminal and has a convenient credit card payment system.

Executive Parking

East Midlands airport executive car parking is suitable for mid stays, up to 4 days. These car parks are within walking distance of the terminal building but there is also a free shuttle bus service for your convenience. Mid stay parking does not need to be booked in advance but there are some pre book spaces available, which offer the best value for money.

Economy Parking

This is the best option for long stays of 5 days or more and ideal for holiday parking. The car park is a short journey fom the terminal building but there is a shuttle bus to transport passengers. It is advisable to leave extra time for this transfer. For the best prices for long stay parking it is recommended that you book in advance.

• East Midlands airport was opened by Prince Philip in 1965 on the site of a Royal Air Force base. It had a 5,850ft runway, 60ft taxiway, new hangar floor and aprons and parking for 850 cars.
  
• It was not an instant financial success as an airport but this quickly changed as freight traffic increased development was needed.
  
• In 1970 it was agreed that a new freight complex should be developed and the runway and terminal extended.
  
• The runway was extended again in the late 70s and the terminal building upgraded soon after.
  
• 1 million passengers passed through the airport in 1985 and 1986 saw Princess Anne opening a £3 million terminal extension.
  
• In 1987 the airport became a public limited company.
  
• In 1992 another major terminal extension was proposed but the local authorities could not fund the development.
  
• As a result, in 1993 the local authority shareholders took the decision to become the first regional airport to enter the private sector.
  
• The airport was bought for £24.3 million by the National Express Group who recognised the potential of East Midlands Airport.
  
• In the next 8 years they invested an additional £77 million in the airport infrastructure and passenger facilities.
  
• Developments included a major extension to the runway, allowing the airport to be marketed as a long- haul operation and a new air traffic control tower.
  
• In 1999 work began on a new business park which now hosts hotels, office blocks and major business headquarters.
  
• In 2000 DHL showed faith in the airports development and opened a £35 million purpose built facility on the airport site.
  
• In 2000 National Express Group put the airport up for sale and in March 2001 Manchester Airport Group completed the purchase of East Midlands Airport for £241 million.
  
• The airport has continued to prosper since then with passenger figures in 2001 at 2.38 million.
  
• East Midlands airport is the UK's largest pure cargo airport with DHL, TNT and UPS having bases there as well as being a primary hub for Royal Mail.