BDL Parking Map and Lot Guide: All 2026 Rates & Locations

The BDL parking map and lot guide covers six on-airport parking options at Bradley International Airport in Windsor Locks, CT — from the $7/day Economy Lot 4 to the $30/day Garage — plus three off-airport lots bookable on Triply from $5.49/day. This guide explains exactly where each lot sits, how to get there, what you'll pay, and what to do when lots fill up. The Complete BDL Airport Parking Guide covers the broader picture; this page goes deep on lot locations, layouts, and practical navigation tips.

• Six on-airport options: Economy Lots 3 and 4, Express Lot 1, Park & Walk Lot 2, the Garage, and overflow Lot 5B — plus a free Cell Phone Lot.
• Cheapest on-airport rate: Economy Lot 4 at $7/day ($42/week), per official BDL parking rates (verified October 2026).
• Cheapest off-airport rate: Econo Lodge Inn & Suites at $5.49/day via Triply — that's 22% less than Economy Lot 4.
• Free 24/7 shuttles run from Lots 1, 3, and 4 to Terminal A approximately every 10 minutes, per the airport FAQ.
• No reservations needed for on-airport lots — arrive and park. Check live lot status at parkbradleyairport.com.
• Construction alert: Economy Lot 3 is being expanded as part of BDL's $250 million Terminal A improvement program (2025–2030). Allow extra time.

BDL Parking Map and Lot Guide: Where Every Lot Sits

The BDL parking map and lot guide starts with one key road: Schoephoester Road, which loops around the south and west sides of the airport. Most on-airport parking lines up along this road and the Ella Grasso Turnpike (Route 75). The airport's main entrance is Interstate 91 Exit 40, which connects to the Bradley Airport Connector (Route 20). From there, signs direct you to each specific lot.

Here is how the lots lay out from closest to farthest from Terminal A:

• Garage — directly adjacent to Terminal A; walk-to access with no shuttle needed.
• Park & Walk Lot 2 — across from Terminal B (the International Arrivals Building); short crosswalk to Terminal A and Terminal B. No shuttle. Credit card only.
• Express Lot 1 — near Terminal B; dedicated free shuttle to Terminal A, or a short walk. Also reachable on foot.
• Economy Lot 3 — southeast of the terminals; free shuttle to Terminal A on a continuous 24/7 loop.
• Economy Lot 4 — farther south along Route 75 near 23 Schoephoester Road; free shuttle to Terminal A, trunk-to-trunk service with driver luggage assistance.
• Lot 5B — on Light Lane, just north of the Cell Phone Lot; overflow use only, pay cashier on entry, credit or debit only.
• Cell Phone Lot — also on Light Lane, under 3 minutes from Terminal A by car. Free.

The official BDL parking map on parkbradleyairport.com shows each lot's exact footprint. Download it before you leave home so you're not hunting for it on-site.

Off-airport lots sit 1.1 to 1.3 miles away from the terminals, mostly along Old County Road (Econo Lodge Inn & Suites) and National Drive (Motel 6 Windsor Locks). Days Inn Windsor Locks Bradley is about 3 minutes from the airport by car along Route 75. If on-airport lots are full, these three options keep you close. Compare BDL off-airport parking rates from $5.49/day on Triply before you drive to the airport.

Economy Lots 3 and 4: The Best Value on the BDL Parking Map

Economy Lots 3 and 4 are the lowest-priced on-airport options at BDL. Economy Lot 3 costs $8/day ($48/week) and Economy Lot 4 costs $7/day ($42/week), per official BDL parking rates verified October 2026. Both include a free 24/7 shuttle to Terminal A.

Economy Lot 4 — $7/Day

Economy Lot 4 sits along Route 75 near 23 Schoephoester Road — the farthest on-airport lot from the terminals. That extra distance is why the rate is lowest. The free shuttle runs on a continuous loop to Terminal A, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Drivers provide trunk-to-trunk service, meaning they help load and unload your bags at both ends. The airport FAQ states shuttles arrive approximately every 10 minutes.

Hourly pricing at Lot 4: $5 for the first hour, $6 for 1–2 hours, then a flat $7 maximum per day. The weekly rate caps at $42 for 6–7 days. For a 7-night trip, that's a total of $42 on-airport — compared to just $38.43 at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites via Triply. The savings on a single week add up fast.

Economy Lot 3 — $8/Day

Economy Lot 3 sits southeast of the terminals. At $8/day or $48/week, it costs a dollar more per day than Lot 4. The shuttle runs the same 24/7 loop with trunk-to-trunk service. Hourly tiers: $5 for the first hour, $6 for 1–2 hours, $7 for 2–3 hours, then a flat $8 daily cap. Lot 3 is slightly closer to the terminals than Lot 4, which is the trade-off for the higher rate.

2026 construction note: Economy Lot 3 is currently being expanded as part of BDL's more than $250 million Terminal A improvement program (2025–2030). The old Postal Road is permanently closed. Post office access now goes via a new road off Light Lane. The airport confirms this change does not affect terminal traffic or lot access — but allow extra time during the expansion phase, per the airport's official planning page.

Express Lot 1 and the Terminal B Lots Explained

Express Lot 1 sits near Terminal B and costs $12/day ($72/week). Park & Walk Lot 2 faces Terminal B directly and costs $10/day ($60/week). These are the mid-range options closest to the international arrivals building.

Express Lot 1 — $12/Day, Shuttle or Walk

Express Lot 1 is near Terminal B. It offers both a dedicated free shuttle to Terminal A and a short walk option for travelers who prefer to skip the shuttle. The shuttle runs 24/7 on a continuous loop. Hourly pricing: $5 for the first hour, rising to $9 for 4–5 hours, with a $12 daily cap. The weekly rate is $72 for 6–7 days. Lot 1 also offers EV charging stations — the only on-airport lot confirmed to have them. According to the official Lot 1 page, the lot is SP Plus-managed and includes battery jump and tire inflation services.

Park & Walk Lot 2 — $10/Day, No Shuttle

Park & Walk Lot 2 is directly across from Terminal B. There is no shuttle — you walk to Terminal A and Terminal B via a crosswalk. Hourly pricing: $5 for the first hour, up to $8 for 3–4 hours, with a $10 daily cap. The weekly rate is $60 for 6–7 days. Important: Lot 2 is credit card only — cash is not accepted. If you prefer to avoid shuttles entirely and want a quick walk to the terminal, Lot 2 is a solid middle ground. Review the full details on the official Lot 2 page before you go.

The Parking Garage — $30/Day

The BDL Garage is the most expensive on-airport option at $30/day ($135/week). It sits directly adjacent to Terminal A — no shuttle, no walk across a lot. Hourly pricing is detailed: $4 for the first 30 minutes, $6 up to 1 hour, then $2 more per 30 minutes up to a maximum of $18 at 3.5–4 hours, then the daily cap of $30 applies. It's the right call for quick drop-offs and pickups where time matters more than cost. For anything longer than a day trip, the Garage is hard to justify on price alone.

If you're flying out of Terminal A's East Concourse (Gates 1–12, served by Delta, JetBlue, Southwest, and others) or the West Concourse (Gates 18–30, served by American, United, and Breeze), both are inside the same Terminal A building. The Garage puts you steps from the door regardless of which concourse you're using. You can also learn more about which airlines use each gate in the Complete BDL Airport Parking Guide.

Cell Phone Lot, Lot 5B, and EV Charging at BDL

The BDL Cell Phone Lot is free and sits on Light Lane, less than 3 minutes from Terminal A by car. It's the designated waiting area for picking up arriving passengers. Pull in, wait for the call, then head to the terminal. No time limits are posted, but the lot is intended for short waits only.

Lot 5B is also on Light Lane, just north of the Cell Phone Lot. It operates as an overflow lot and costs $35/week (6–7 days) when open. Payment is by credit or debit card only — pay the cashier on entry. Lot 5B is not always active; it opens when other lots hit capacity. Check the official Lot 5B page for current status before driving out.

EV charging is available at the airport. Express Lot 1 is the confirmed location based on current BDL parking information. If you drive an electric vehicle, plan to park in Lot 1 to access charging during your trip. Call BDL Parking at (860) 627-3555 (available 24/7/365) to confirm station availability before your travel date.

Reviewing TSA security screening guidelines before you arrive can also save time — knowing what to expect at the checkpoint helps you plan how early to leave the lot.

All BDL Parking Lots Side by Side: 2026 Comparison Table

This table covers every named lot in the BDL parking map and lot guide, with verified 2026 rates from official sources and Triply listings.

All on-airport rates are per the official BDL parking site (verified October 2026). Off-airport rates are based on current Triply listings.

What Happens When BDL Parking Fills Up?

BDL does not offer advance reservations for on-airport lots — you arrive and park. But the airport warns that lots can reach or near capacity, especially during peak travel periods. Here's what to do if you drive in and find a lot full.

1. Check live lot status online before you leave home. The parkbradleyairport.com homepage shows each lot as Available or Full in real time.
2. Head to Lot 5B on Light Lane if it's open. At $35/week, it's actually cheaper than most on-airport lots for multi-day trips. Pay by card at the cashier booth on entry.
3. Use an off-airport lot on Schoephoester Road or Routes 20 and 75 — the airport itself recommends this when lots are near capacity. All three Triply-listed lots are within 1.1–1.3 miles of the terminal.
4. Book an off-airport spot in advance through Triply. Unlike on-airport lots, the off-airport hotel lots on Triply let you reserve a space ahead of time. That guarantee matters during holiday weekends and summer peak season.

The airport recommends allowing extra time for parking during the ongoing Terminal A construction program. Check real-time traffic on Waze before you leave — construction activity near Light Lane and the terminal approach can slow things down unexpectedly.

If you're planning to use TSA PreCheck, the faster security lane at BDL means you may need slightly less buffer time at the checkpoint — but you still need enough time to park, shuttle, and check in. Don't let PreCheck lull you into leaving too late.

How Do Off-Airport Lots Compare to On-Airport for Long Trips?

For trips of 5 days or longer, off-airport lots deliver the clearest savings. Based on current Triply rates and official BDL parking data (verified October 2026), here's how a 7-day stay breaks down:

• Econo Lodge Inn & Suites: $5.49/day × 7 = ~$38.43 total
• Motel 6 Windsor Locks: $5.95/day × 7 = ~$41.65 total
• Days Inn Windsor Locks Bradley: $7.95/day × 7 = ~$55.65 total
• Economy Lot 4 (on-airport): $42/week flat
• Economy Lot 3 (on-airport): $48/week flat
• Garage (on-airport): $135/week flat

The Econo Lodge saves you roughly $9 versus Economy Lot 4 over a week, and nearly $97 versus the Garage. The trade-off is a shuttle ride instead of a walk. For travelers who want details on shuttle pickup windows and early-morning procedures for each off-airport lot, the BDL park and fly hotels guide covers every shuttle schedule and booking rule in depth.

Step-by-Step: How to Get to Each BDL Parking Zone

From Interstate 91 Exit 40, follow the Bradley Airport Connector (Route 20) toward the airport. Road signs clearly direct you from this exit. Here's where each lot splits off:

• Garage and Park & Walk Lot 2: Follow the main terminal approach road. Signs for the Garage appear near the terminal itself. Lot 2 is just across from Terminal B.
• Express Lot 1: Follow signs toward Terminal B. Lot 1 is adjacent and well-marked.
• Economy Lots 3 and 4: Stay on Schoephoester Road past the terminal. Lot 3 signs appear first; Lot 4 is farther south near Route 75. Follow BDL parking directional signage.
• Lot 5B and Cell Phone Lot: Turn onto Light Lane. The Cell Phone Lot is first; Lot 5B is just north of it.
• Off-airport lots: Econo Lodge Inn & Suites is on Old County Road. Motel 6 Windsor Locks is on National Drive. Days Inn Windsor Locks Bradley is along Route 75, about 3 minutes from the airport.

Printing or screenshotting the official BDL parking map before you leave is a smart move. Cell signal near the lots can be unreliable depending on your carrier, especially along Schoephoester Road.

BDL Parking Map and Lot Guide: Final Planning Tips

This BDL parking map and lot guide covers every lot, rate, and location you need to make a confident choice. To recap what matters most: Economy Lot 4 at $7/day is the best on-airport value for multi-day trips with shuttle service. Park & Walk Lot 2 at $10/day suits travelers who want no shuttle and a short walk. Express Lot 1 at $12/day is the only on-airport lot with EV charging. The Garage at $30/day is for convenience-first travelers on short trips. And Lot 5B at $35/week is a sleeper deal when it's open.

For accessible parking details not listed on the official website, call BDL Parking (SP Plus) at (860) 627-3555, available 24/7/365. For the full breakdown of off-site hotel lots — including valet procedures, exact shuttle departure times, and what to do at 3 AM — read the BDL park and fly hotels guide.

Compare BDL off-airport parking from $5.49/day on Triply — reserve your spot before the lot fills up.