Does BP have free air?
Sometimes. BP and Amoco stations are dealer-run, so air is hit or miss: some free, some paid. Paid machines usually cost $1.50 to $2.50 in quarters or by card.
In California and Connecticut, yes: state law requires free air at every gas station (in California, for customers who buy fuel). We list 15 BP stations there (1 in California, 14 in Connecticut).
Last checked October 2026. BP doesn't publish a free-air policy. Sources: moneypantry.com, firstquarterfinance.com.
Free air where BP operates
BP's biggest states, and the places in each where air is free.
| State | BP stores | Free air places | Free air chains there |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 745 | 564 | QuikTrip, Discount Tire, Wawa |
| Michigan | 738 | 307 | Belle Tire, Discount Tire, Sheetz |
| Wisconsin | 691 | 548 | Kwik Trip, Discount Tire |
| Illinois | 688 | 211 | Discount Tire, Belle Tire, QuikTrip |
| North Carolina | 603 | 413 | Sheetz, Discount Tire, QuikTrip |
| Ohio | 476 | 454 | Sheetz, Discount Tire, Wawa |
| New York | 433 | 619 | Stewart's Shops, QuickChek |
| Florida | 419 | 806 | Wawa, Discount Tire, QuikTrip |
| Indiana | 378 | 322 | Family Express, Belle Tire, Discount Tire |
| Tennessee | 319 | 189 | Discount Tire, QuikTrip, Big O Tires |
| Virginia | 282 | 485 | Wawa, Sheetz, Royal Farms |
| South Carolina | 281 | 209 | QuikTrip, Discount Tire |
Questions
Does BP have free air?
Sometimes. BP and Amoco stations are dealer-run, so air is hit or miss: some free, some paid. In California and Connecticut, yes: state law requires free air at every gas station (in California, for customers who buy fuel). We list 15 BP stations there (1 in California, 14 in Connecticut).
How much does air cost at BP?
Where BP charges, air machines usually cost $1.50 to $2.50 in quarters or by card, for a few minutes of air. Some stations will switch the machine on for free if you ask inside, especially if you bought gas.
Where can I get free air instead of BP?
Chains with free air at most or all stores include Wawa, Sheetz, QuikTrip, Kwik Trip, Discount Tire and Les Schwab. Search your address on our map to see the closest free air pump, with driving time and hours.
Is air free at BP in California?
Yes, if you buy fuel. California law requires every gas station, including BP, to give free air and water to fuel customers. In Connecticut it's free at every station while it's open.