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Norwich Airport

Every figure here was read on the airport’s own website or a named official source.

Read on Norwich’s own site · 11 Oct 2026

Independent guide, not run by or connected to Norwich Airport. Not a taxi or booking site.

Facts below from norwichairport.co.uk and other official sites, checked 6–11 Oct · How we check ›

Leave time

Quick answers

How early should you get there?
At least 2 hours before your flight, to check in at the airport.
When does check-in open?
Latest check-in: 45 minutes to 1 hour before departure, scheduled or charter.
Is it closed?
Open 04:00 to 21:30 Sunday to Friday, and 04:00 to 20:00 on Saturdays.
Is there a departure fee?
“The Airport Development Fee applies to all departing passengers aged 16 and over.”
How much is parking?
Car Park 1: £8 for up to 20 minutes, £50 for 12 hours to 1 day.
Where is it?
“If you’re using a Sat Nav, enter our postcode NR6 6JA for both car parks.”
Where are the car hire desks?
“With car hire offices at the airport, travelling to a regional airport allows you flexible and convenient car hire options.”

Each answer links to its source below.

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Before you go to Norwich Airport

Is Norwich Airport closed?

Open 04:00 to 21:30 Sunday to Friday, and 04:00 to 20:00 on Saturdays.

Norwich Airport · Passenger information page · 6 Oct 2026

Where can you fly to from Norwich Airport?

“Check out the destinations and holidays from Norwich Airport”

2 Norwich Airport pages · 6 Oct 2026

Is there a departure fee at Norwich Airport?

“The Airport Development Fee applies to all departing passengers aged 16 and over.”

Norwich Airport · Passenger information page · 6 Oct 2026

2 more: before you go

Norwich Airport departures today

Norwich Airport’s live departures board

Our planner: we build your leave time from the scheduled departure. If the flight is running late we show it, but we don’t move your leave time.

Norwich Airport · Arrivals departures page · 6 Oct 2026

What’s changing, and is anything closed?

“From 1 January 2026 our car parks no longer accept cash payments.”

Norwich Airport · Homepage · and 2 more pages · 6 Oct 2026

How to get to Norwich Airport

Can you get to Norwich Airport by train?

Norwich station is in the city centre, a 20-minute drive away.

Norwich Airport · To and from the airport page · 6 Oct 2026

Is there a bus to Norwich Airport?

“Buses leave from the bus stop outside the terminal building and run up to every 60 minutes, 7 days a week.”

  • “The service runs up to every 14 minutes during the day from the bus stop outside the terminal building, direct into Norwich City Centre.”
3 pages: Norwich Airport, First Bus and others · 6–7 Oct 2026

Where is Norwich Airport, and what’s the postcode?

“If you’re using a Sat Nav, enter our postcode NR6 6JA for both car parks.”

3 Norwich Airport pages · 6 Oct 2026

How far is Norwich Airport from the city centre?

Norwich Airport’s pages give different answers on the distance from the city. Pages differ

Where the pages differ

Pages differNorwich Airport’s pages differ:

4 Norwich Airport pages · 6 Oct 2026
2 more: getting there

Where are the car hire desks?

“With car hire offices at the airport, travelling to a regional airport allows you flexible and convenient car hire options.”

Norwich Airport · To and from the airport page · 6 Oct 2026

Is there a height limit at Norwich Airport?

“Vehicle width restrictions are limited to our standard space size of 2.4m x 4.8m.”

Norwich Airport · Car parking page · 6 Oct 2026

Still checking: taxi rank

Parking at Norwich Airport

How do you pay for parking at Norwich Airport?

“You can pay on your way out at the exit barrier using your credit or debit card or at our payment machines.”

4 Norwich Airport pages · 6–11 Oct 2026

How much is Norwich Airport parking?

Car Park 1: £8 for up to 20 minutes, £50 for 12 hours to 1 day.

Turn-up prices. No list of pre-booked prices.

The full price list and more detail
  • Up to 30 minutes £10, 30 minutes to 1 hour £10, 1 hour to 2 hours £10, 2 hours to 4 hours £10, 4 hours to 12 hours £35, 12 hours to 1 day £35.
  • “Up to 30 Minutes £10.00 30 – 60 Minutes £10.00 1 – 2 hours £10.00 2 – 4 hours £10.00 4 – 12 hours £35.00”
4 Norwich Airport pages · 6–11 Oct 2026

Can you change or cancel parking at Norwich Airport?

“The booking may be amended or cancelled free of charge up to 24 hours prior to the booked arrival time.”

3 Norwich Airport pages · 6–11 Oct 2026
2 more: parking

Can you charge an electric car at Norwich Airport?

“There are currently no electric charging points at our airport.”

Norwich Airport · Car parking page · 6 Oct 2026

Where can you park a motorbike or bicycle at Norwich Airport?

“We have four dedicated motorcycle bays. These are located near to the Car Park 1 (Short Stay) exit.”

Norwich Airport · Car parking page · and 1 more page · 6–11 Oct 2026

Dropping someone off at Norwich Airport

How much is Norwich Airport drop off?

£8 for up to 20 minutes in Car Park 1.

The full price list and more detail
  • “20 – 60 Minutes £15.00 1 – 4 hours £20.00 4 – 12 hours £30.00 12 – 24 hours £50.00”
Norwich Airport · Car parking page · 6 Oct 2026

Where can you get a fine at Norwich Airport?

“The use of the car parks is regulated by Norwich Airport byelaws under which a penalty may be payable”

  • “Stopping or waiting in unauthorised areas risk incurring a penalty charge from Vehicle Control Services Limited, which enforces traffic regulations on airport land.”
2 Norwich Airport pages · 6 Oct 2026

Where do you drop off at Norwich Airport?

“The Drop off/pick up zone is located within the Short Stay car park.”

  • “Drivers collecting or dropping off a person with mobility problems should use the drop off zone located in Car Park 1 (Short Stay).”
4 Norwich Airport pages · 6 Oct 2026
1 more: dropping off

How do you pay the drop-off charge at Norwich Airport?

“Please note, payment at the Exit barrier is by CARD ONLY.”

Norwich Airport · Car parking page · 6 Oct 2026

Collecting someone? It works differently here ›

Check-in and bags at Norwich Airport

How early should you get to Norwich Airport?

At least 2 hours before your flight, to check in at the airport.

  • “If you have baggage you must arrive no later than 45 minutes before the scheduled time of departure of the flight.”
More detail
  • “You will be expected to be at the gate no later than 30 minutes prior to your flights time of departure.”
  • “Passengers are strongly advised to check-in at the airport at least 2 hours before their flight.”

Our planner: we aim to have you inside the terminal before a short-haul flight, 2 hours; before long-haul, 2½ hours (3 hours with a checked bag). Where Norwich Airport's own website asks for longer than we usually allow, these use its figure. A planning figure, not a live queue; your airline’s own deadlines come first.

Norwich Airport · Passenger information page · 6 Oct 2026

When does check-in open at Norwich Airport?

Latest check-in: 45 minutes to 1 hour before departure, scheduled or charter.

  • “Open for all flight departures in line with airline check-in times.”
2 Norwich Airport pages · 6 Oct 2026
1 more: check-in and bags

What ID do you need to fly from Norwich Airport?

“Many authorities require a passport to be valid for at least six months from the time of your flight.”

Norwich Airport · Passenger information page · and 1 more page · 6 Oct 2026

Security at Norwich Airport

Can you take liquids through security at Norwich Airport?

“LAGs must measure 100ml / 100g / 3.4oz or less.”

  • “There are currently no changes to the rules regarding liquids and large electrical items in hand luggage.”
2 Norwich Airport pages · 6 Oct 2026
3 more: security

Is there Fast Track security at Norwich Airport?

“Fast Track Security is priced at £7 per person”

Pages differNorwich Airport’s pages differ:

Norwich Airport · Fast track security page · and 1 more page · 6 Oct 2026

What can you take through security at Norwich Airport?

“Norwich Airport does not provide a storage service for restricted or prohibited articles (or dangerous goods) that were not permitted during outbound screening.”

Norwich Airport · Passenger information page · and 1 more page · 6 Oct 2026

How do gates and boarding work at Norwich Airport?

“You will be expected to be at the gate no later than 30 minutes prior to your flights time of departure.”

Norwich Airport · Passenger information page · and 2 more pages · 6 Oct 2026

Inside Norwich Airport: food, shops and facilities

What food and shops are there at Norwich Airport?

“With shops located before and after security in the terminal, WH Smith is guaranteed to stock all of your last minute travel essentials.”

Norwich Airport · Shop eat page · 6 Oct 2026

4 more: food, shops and facilities

Is there a hotel at Norwich Airport?

Not found on the airport’s site.

Website checked on 6 Oct 2026.

Is there free wifi at Norwich Airport?

“Norwich Airport offers WiFi access throughout the terminal. This is provided by Marley Comms.”

Norwich Airport · Passenger information page · 6 Oct 2026

Can you get cash or change money at Norwich Airport?

“There is an ATM cash machine located in the main terminal building near the car hire desks.”

Norwich Airport · Shop eat page · 6 Oct 2026

Can you take a dog into Norwich Airport?

“We accept assistance dogs who comply with the Pets Travel scheme (PETS).”

Norwich Airport · Special assistance page · and 1 more page · 6 Oct 2026

Special assistance and accessibility at Norwich Airport

How do you book special assistance at Norwich Airport?

“Any requests for assistance should be made at least 48 hours in advance of travel.”

  • “The PRM helpline opening hours Mon 0700-1800”
More detail
  • “10 minutes if booked and within 25 minutes if not booked for 80%”

Norwich Airport · Special assistance page · 6 Oct 2026

Blue Badge drop-off and parking at Norwich Airport

“Blue Badge parking is located in Car Park 1 (Short Stay) which is located close to the passenger terminal.”

  • “There is no need to specify that you require Blue Badge parking when booking.”
More detail
  • “You can stay for up to 4 hours for the current up to 20 minutes rate. To validate your ticket, please take your Blue Badge”
2 Norwich Airport pages · 6–11 Oct 2026
1 more: assistance

Does Norwich Airport use the Sunflower lanyard?

“The sunflower lanyards are available from the Assisted Travel desk located just inside the terminal building.”

Norwich Airport · Special assistance page · 6 Oct 2026

Contact and lost property at Norwich Airport

How do you contact Norwich Airport?

“Norwich Airport Main Switchboard 01603 411 923”

  • “Main Switchboard +44 (0)1603 411 923 infodesk@norwichairport.co.uk”
More detail
  • “Customer / Passenger Services +44 (0)1603 420 675 infodesk@norwichairport.co.uk”
5 Norwich Airport pages · 6 Oct 2026

Where do you report lost property at Norwich Airport?

“Missing Baggage 01603 428 717 Lost Property 01603 420 635”

2 Norwich Airport pages · 6 Oct 2026

What if your flight from Norwich Airport is delayed or cancelled?

“Please note that Norwich Airport is unable to provide confirmation of any flight delays.”

Norwich Airport · Contact page · 6 Oct 2026

Hand luggage and liquids at Norwich: the container size, whether you still need the clear bag, and what comes out of your bag, from Norwich’s own pages.

How Norwich compares on drop-off charges: what every airport we cover publishes about stopping at the terminal, every charge read from the airport’s own page and dated.