Varna Airport Parking (VAR)
Your complete guide to parking at Varna International Airport — official rates, off-site operators and transfer options
Official car parks: 7 days = €43 (tariff of 13 July 2026). Off-site lots with a free shuttle are usually cheaper from day two.
How parking at Varna Airport works
Varna Airport (IATA: VAR, ICAO: LBWN) is Bulgaria's third-busiest international airport, handling over a million passengers a year with a pronounced summer peak driven by Black Sea tourism. If you are driving to the airport, the parking situation is straightforward but worth understanding before you arrive: the airport authority, Fraport Bulgaria, operates two official car parks directly in front of Terminal 2, while several independent operators offer secured off-site parking a few kilometres away, typically at lower daily rates and with a free shuttle included. This guide covers both options, the current official tariff (updated July 2026), and what to know about getting from the car park to your gate.
Four ways to park at Varna Airport
Official short-term
Car Park 1 (490 spaces) and Car Park 2 (194 spaces) right in front of Terminal 2. 10-minute free grace period, CCTV, staffed 24/7 — the practical choice for stays under four hours.
Learn moreOfficial long-term & subscriptions
The same Fraport car parks with duration-based rates and monthly subscriptions for frequent flyers; application forms are published by Fraport Bulgaria.
Learn moreOff-site with free shuttle
East Rent, V Park and iRent keep fenced, CCTV-monitored lots a few kilometres away and shuttle you to Terminal 2 at no extra charge — usually cheaper from the second day.
Learn moreMeet & greet and covered
East Rent and iRent collect your car right at Terminal 2 departures; East Rent's underground bay and V Park's canopy and garage protect it from the summer heat.
Learn moreAll Varna Airport car parks compared
| Car park | Type | Distance | Free shuttle | Covered option | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Car Park 1 (official) | On-site, open-air | At Terminal 2 | — (walk) | No | Drive up, no booking |
| Car Park 2 (official) | On-site, open-air | At Terminal 2 | — (walk) | No | Drive up, no booking |
| East Rent Parking | Off-site, fenced | ≈3–5 km | Yes, 24/7 | Underground bay (500 m) | Online / ParkVia |
| V Park | Off-site, fenced | ≈3–5 km | Yes, 24/7 | Canopy + enclosed garage | Online, no prepayment |
| iRent Airport Parking | Off-site, fenced | ≈3–5 km | Yes | Meet & greet available | Online |
Details verified July 2026 from operator listings and the official varna-airport.bg tariff of 13 July 2026 — always confirm when booking; seasonal rates change.
What a week and a month actually cost
Parking at Terminal 2 costs €24 for up to 24 hours, and every day after the first two adds €3, so a week in the official Standard car park comes to €43. On the same tariff a month works out at roughly €112. The off-site lots undercut that on longer stays: V Park asks €37 for seven days and €75 for a month, PARK PLACE €38 and €70, East Rent €40 and €70 for an outdoor space. For a day or two the official car park is usually the simpler choice — you are already at the terminal and there is no shuttle to wait for. The full tariff and a side-by-side comparison are on the prices page.
Need a transfer from the airport?
Book a fixed-price ride to Varna, Golden Sands or anywhere in Bulgaria — the driver tracks your flight and the price is confirmed before the trip.
Official Airport Car Parks — Car Park 1 and Car Park 2
Fraport Bulgaria runs two open-air car parks right in front of Terminal 2 — Car Park 1 (490 spaces) and Car Park 2 (194 spaces), both CCTV-monitored and staffed 24/7; the current tariff took effect on 13 July 2026. Every vehicle gets a free 10-minute grace period, validating the ticket adds 5 more minutes (once per visit), and disabled badge holders get up to 40 minutes. Pay at the four machines on site, in the URBO app or at the exit booth; a lost ticket costs a minimum of €15 / 29.34 BGN.
Off-Site Operators — Cheaper Rates, Free Shuttle
East Rent Parking, V Park and iRent Airport Parking keep fenced, CCTV-monitored lots 3–5 km from the terminal and shuttle you to Terminal 2 and back for free. East Rent and V Park offer covered spaces, iRent adds a meet-and-greet service at Terminal 2 departures. All three accept online booking, and from the second day they usually come out noticeably cheaper than the official tariff — the full comparison and booking links are on the Operators page.
Short-Term vs Long-Term: Which Option Makes Sense
For stays under four hours the official car parks are the practical choice: right by the terminal, no booking needed, and the 10-minute grace period covers most quick pick-ups and drop-offs. From roughly the first overnight stay the off-site lots win on price, while the shuttle adds no more than 10–15 minutes door to gate. In peak summer a covered off-site space also protects the car from the Varna heat.
Varna Airport Layout and Terminal Access
Terminal 1 operates year-round and Terminal 2 handles the summer charter traffic from June to September; the official car parks sit in front of Terminal 2, and the parking office is on the first floor of Terminal 1 (Mon–Fri 08:00–16:30). The airport is about 10 km northwest of the city centre — under 20 minutes by car, and there is no direct public transport. Both official car parks have accessible spaces; passenger services: +359 52 573 440.
Frequently Asked Questions
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