East Midlands Airport UK (EMA) is found in central England, within 20 miles of Nottingham, Derby and Leicester. Cheap car hire at East Midlands Airport UK (EMA) is the best way to explore the area. In the early part of this century the airport was only carrying around two million passengers. That changed when budget airline started to use the airport and 2008 saw over 5.5 million passengers come through its doors.

The airport has only one terminal that handles both departures found on the first floor and arrivals on the second which houses car hire at East Midlands Airport UK (EMA). There are six long stay car parks to choose from, and price varies on how close it is to the terminal. Shuttle buses are available for the furthest away.

There are three bureau de change found in the arrivals, departures and airside areas. ATMs are dotted all around the whole airport. Internet stations can be found airside for last minute emails and gaming areas to keep you entertained before and after your flight in the arrivals lounge.

All car rental companies can be conveniently found in the Arrival hall, along with a 24 hour information desk to help with all you needs. Shuttle buses leave about every 15 minutes to local train stations where connections can be made to Birmingham and other surrounding cities.

Most of the restaurants are to be found airside and a wide variety of choice of fast food and simple snacks. The Three Shires Foodmarket offers fresh food ranging from fish and chips to a healthy salad. The bar is open from 05:00 until the last flight departs and offers refreshing drinks.