BWI Airport Daily Parking Cost 2026: All Lots Compared

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The BWI Airport Daily Garage is Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport's mid-range, covered parking option, sitting between the expensive Hourly Garage and the cheaper Long Term lots. The BWI airport daily parking cost is $16 per day (checked October 2026), per published rates from the Maryland Aviation Administration. These rates took effect on July 1, 2024, the first increase at BWI since 2009. If you want to skip the on-airport price tag entirely, the five off-site airport lots Triply sells near BWI start at about $6 per day. Off-site rates on this page are for a 7-day stay booked ahead and change by date.

• Daily Garage rate: $16/day (on-airport, covered, shuttle to terminal)
• Cheapest on-airport option: Long Term Parking at $11/day
• Cheapest off-site option on Triply: Doubletree Baltimore at about $6/day (the five Triply lots run about $6 to $8/day)
• Shuttle frequency: about every 10 to 15 minutes around the clock from the Daily Garage
• 7-day savings by switching from Daily Garage to Long Term Parking: $35
• 7-day savings by switching from Daily Garage to Doubletree Baltimore: about $69 (about $43 vs. $112)
• Total on-airport capacity: approximately 22,000 parking spaces across all facilities

Ready to lock in a cheaper rate right now? Compare BWI parking options from about $6/day on Triply. Bookings come with free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in.

How Much Does BWI Airport Daily Parking Cost in 2026?

The BWI Daily Garage costs $16 per day, with no hourly accrual once you hit the daily maximum. That makes it straightforward to budget — pay $16 flat whether you're there for 6 hours or 23. According to official MAA data, this rate has been in effect since July 1, 2024, when BWI raised prices across all lots for the first time in 15 years.

For short visits under a few hours, the Hourly Garage charges $6 per hour up to a $30 daily maximum. That's more expensive than the Daily Garage if you stay longer than two hours (the third hour takes you to $18, past the Daily Garage's $16). For trips lasting multiple days, the Long Term Parking lots at $11/day save you real money. The BWI parking page lists current rates for all facilities.

Here's the full breakdown of every on-airport option side by side (checked October 2026):

The Daily Garage is the second most expensive on-airport option per day, after the Hourly Garage. Express Parking at $14/day and the BWI Rail Station Garage at $12/day both undercut it while still providing covered or secure parking. For most travelers staying two or more days, those $2 to $5 daily differences add up quickly.

BWI Parking Options Compared: Which Lot Gives You the Best Value?

Value depends on your trip length, your vehicle type, and how much walking you're willing to do. The Daily Garage offers covered parking and a free shuttle — but it's not always the smartest pick. Here's how the main options stack up:

On-Airport: Best for Convenience

• Hourly Garage: Best for pickups, drop-offs, or trips under 2 hours. Walk directly to the terminal. Gets expensive fast for overnight stays.
• Daily Garage: Good middle ground. Covered, close to the terminal, free shuttle. At $16/day, it's not the cheapest, but it beats the Hourly Garage for anything over two hours.
• Express Parking: Located near the Cell Phone Lot on Scott Road. At $14/day, it saves you $2/day vs. the Daily Garage with the same free shuttle.
• BWI Rail Station Garage: Smart choice if you're also using MARC or Amtrak. Costs $12/day with a free shuttle to the terminal.
• Long Term Parking (A & B): Cheapest on-airport at $11/day. Surface lots with a free shuttle. Best for trips of 3 days or more.

Off-Airport: Best for Savings

• Doubletree Baltimore: about $6/day, 890 Elkridge Landing Rd, listed 2.2 miles from BWI. The shuttle runs 24 hours: every 15 minutes from 5 AM to midnight and every 30 minutes from midnight to 5 AM. Register your car at the front desk for a dashboard tag.
• Country Inn & Suites: about $7/day, 1717 W Nursery Rd, listed 1.7 miles out (the closest of the five). The shuttle runs about every 30 minutes from 4:30 AM to noon and 4 PM to midnight, with no shuttle from noon to 4 PM or midnight to 4:30 AM. Park behind the hotel, not in the Chili's lot.
• The Westin: about $7/day, 1110 Old Elkridge Landing Rd, listed 2.5 miles out. Free shuttle with online booking, 24 hours, every 30 minutes, with pickups on demand. No hotel stay is needed.
• Sheraton Hotel: about $8/day, 1100 Old Elkridge Landing Rd, listed 2.5 miles out. Free shuttle with online purchase, 24 hours, every 30 minutes, with pickups on demand. No room reservation is needed.
• Clarion Hotel BWI North: about $8/day, 6921 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd, listed 3 miles out. The shuttle runs every 30 minutes from 4 AM to 10 AM and 5 PM to 11 PM only, with no shuttle from 10 AM to 5 PM or 11 PM to 4 AM.

Doubletree Baltimore, the lowest-priced lot Triply sells at BWI, costs about 62% less per day than the Daily Garage and about 44% less than Long Term Parking. Over a 7-day trip, that's about $43 vs. $112, a savings of about $69, enough to cover meals on your trip. For more details on the Long Term lots specifically, see our guide to BWI long term parking rates economy.

How Far Is the Daily Garage from the BWI Terminal — and How Often Does the Shuttle Run?

The BWI Daily Garage shuttle runs around the clock, about every 10 to 15 minutes, according to official BWI shuttle information. The shuttle is free and connects the Daily Garage directly to the terminal. Factor in at least 15–20 minutes from car to gate during peak hours.

The shuttle picks up and drops off at designated zones on the terminal's lower level. For the Hourly Garage, you skip the shuttle entirely — it connects directly to the terminal via a walkway. That direct access is why some travelers pay the premium for the Hourly Garage on short trips. If you have TSA PreCheck, the time you save at security can more than offset the shuttle wait — TSA PreCheck enrollment is worth considering if you fly regularly from BWI.

The new $520 million Concourse A/B Connector — completed January 9, 2026 — is the largest capital project in BWI history. It adds a direct single-level route between Concourses A and B, expanded holdrooms, and new concessions. Southwest Airlines passengers especially benefit, since they dominate Concourses A, B, and C. The improved terminal flow means less walking time once you arrive from the parking shuttle.

Daily Garage vs. Long Term Parking at BWI: Which Should You Choose?

For trips of two days or more, Long Term Parking saves you more money than the Daily Garage. At $11/day vs. $16/day, the gap grows with every night you're away. Here's a cost-by-trip-length comparison (on-airport rates checked October 2026):

The Daily Garage makes sense when you want covered parking and a shorter shuttle distance, or when the Long Term lots are full during peak travel periods like Thanksgiving and summer holidays. During high-demand periods, on-airport lots can fill up, so booking ahead through an off-airport provider can lock in your rate. Note that a 7-night stay is billed as 8 days, so the real Doubletree Baltimore checkout is $49.27, still below a week in Long Term at $77. Our BWI long term parking calculator lets you plug in exact dates to see the full cost difference.

How to Get to the BWI Daily Garage (Directions, GPS Tips)

The BWI Daily Garage sits on the airport grounds off MD Route 170 (Aviation Boulevard). Most drivers arrive via Interstate 195, which is the primary airport access road. From I-95 or I-295 (Baltimore-Washington Parkway), take I-195 east toward the airport. Follow signs for "Daily Garage" or "Hourly/Daily Parking" once you're on airport property.

From Annapolis, take I-97 north and connect to I-195 heading west toward the airport. From downtown Baltimore, MD-295 south brings you to I-195. Before you leave, check real-time traffic on Waze — the I-195 on-ramp can back up during rush hour and weekend mornings. Parking lot signs on the approach roads display green/red availability indicators for each lot, so you know before you turn in.

How Much Can You Save with Off-Airport Parking Near BWI?

Off-airport lots near BWI offer some of the best deals in the region. The five lots Triply sells run about $6 to $8/day, and the cheapest, Doubletree Baltimore, costs less than half the Daily Garage's $16/day rate. Shuttles differ by lot: the Westin and Sheraton stand out with free 24-hour shuttles, Doubletree Baltimore also runs 24 hours, and Country Inn & Suites and Clarion Hotel BWI North have gaps in service.

Doubletree Baltimore is the standout pick: it's the lowest-priced lot Triply sells at BWI, about 62% less per day than the Daily Garage, with a shuttle that runs 24 hours. Country Inn & Suites is the closest at a listed 1.7 miles but has no shuttle from noon to 4 PM, so check your flight time. The Westin and Sheraton Hotel both offer free 24-hour shuttles. Read more in our guide to DoubleTree BWI airport hotel parking. For a broader look at off-site options, see our guide to airport parking near BWI.

What Are the Clearance Heights, EV Charging, and Other Rules at BWI Daily Garage?

BWI's Daily Garage is a multi-level covered structure. If you drive a tall SUV, truck, or van, check the posted clearance height signs at each garage entrance before pulling in. Oversized vehicles that don't fit in the Daily Garage may need to use the surface Long Term lots instead, which have no height restrictions.

EV charging stations are available within BWI's on-airport facilities. For current charger locations and availability, check ChargeHub's BWI station listings before you arrive. Charging at the airport is convenient but factor in the parking rate on top of any charging fees.

Accessible parking is available in all garages and lots, with the closest ADA spaces located in the Hourly and Daily Garages. Payment methods accepted include cash, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and contactless payment. Valet parking is not currently offered at BWI. The airport operates approximately 22,000 total parking spaces across all facilities, per official MAA data — so even during busy periods, there are options if you arrive early.

During peak holiday travel (Thanksgiving, Christmas, spring break), the Daily Garage and Express Parking lots fill up faster. If you're traveling during these windows, booking an off-site lot in advance is the safest strategy. The BWI airport daily parking cost is set by the Maryland Aviation Administration and does not currently vary by season, but availability does.

Tips for Reducing Your BWI Airport Daily Parking Cost

A few simple moves can meaningfully cut what you pay to park at BWI:

1. Choose Long Term Parking over the Daily Garage for any trip longer than one day. At $11/day vs. $16/day, the savings are immediate.
2. Book an off-site lot in advance. Doubletree Baltimore is about $6/day with free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in.
3. Use the BWI Rail Station Garage if you plan to take MARC or Amtrak on part of your trip. At $12/day, it's cheaper than the Daily Garage and already on the transit route.
4. Avoid the Hourly Garage for stays over 2 hours. Once you pass two hours, you're better off in the Daily Garage or Express Parking.
5. Compare the five off-site lots Triply sells near BWI before driving to the airport. They run about $6 to $8/day, below every on-airport option.
6. Look for coupons and discount codes: our guide to BWI long term parking coupons covers the best deals and promo codes available right now.

The BWI airport daily parking cost can range from about $6/day to $30/day depending on which facility you choose. That's a massive spread, and most travelers pay far more than necessary simply because they don't compare options before arriving. Search and compare the off-site BWI parking lots on Triply and book with free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in.

Compare BWI parking rates. Off-site lots Triply sells near Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport cost about 48% to 62% less per day than the $16/day Daily Garage.