BWI Airport Parking Daily Rate 2026: All Lots Compared

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The BWI airport parking daily rate starts at $11/day for Long-Term Lots and reaches $16/day for the Daily Garage. Both are managed by the Maryland Aviation Administration (MAA), per official airport data. These rates took effect July 1, 2024, the first increase since 2009. The airport lots Triply sells near Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport start at about $6/day, roughly 62% less than the Daily Garage rate.

• Daily Garage rate: $16/day, covered parking with a free shuttle to the terminal (checked October 2026)
• Long-Term Parking rate: $11/day, the cheapest on-airport option, free shuttle every 10-15 minutes
• Express Parking rate: $14/day, on-airport, near the Cell Phone Lot on Scott Road
• BWI Rail Station Garage: $12/day, connects to MARC/Amtrak with a free shuttle to the terminal
• Off-site airport lots on Triply: about $6 to $8/day at Doubletree Baltimore, Country Inn & Suites, The Westin, Sheraton Hotel and Clarion Hotel BWI North
• 2024 rate increase: First BWI parking increase in 15 years, and all five on-airport rates were adjusted

Compare BWI parking from about $6/day and reserve your spot on Triply, with free cancellation and a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in.

What Is the BWI Airport Daily Garage Parking Rate in 2026?

The BWI Daily Garage costs $16 per day as of 2026, per official BWI parking data published by the Maryland Aviation Administration. This is covered, structured parking — one of the few on-airport options that keeps your car protected from the weather.

The Daily Garage sits close to the terminal. A free shuttle connects the garage to the terminal and runs every 10 to 15 minutes (every 25 minutes between 1–5 AM). Accessible parking spaces are available inside the Daily Garage, making it a solid choice if you need ADA accommodations.

Before July 1, 2024, BWI's on-airport rates had not changed since 2009. The MAA adjusted all lot prices as part of a broader infrastructure investment. The Daily Garage rate moved to $16/day under that update. If you see older articles listing lower rates, those figures are outdated.

Planning a longer trip? The Daily Garage adds up fast. A 7-day stay costs $112. A 14-day stay runs $224. Scroll down for a full multi-day cost breakdown across all lot types.

How Do BWI Parking Rates Compare Across All Lot Types?

The BWI airport parking daily rate varies significantly depending on which lot you choose. Here is the full picture: on-airport options, based on official rates effective July 1, 2024 (checked October 2026), and the five airport lots Triply sells. Triply rates are for a 7-day stay booked ahead and change by date.

Based on our analysis, Long-Term Parking at $11/day is the most affordable on-airport option. All five airport lots Triply sells cost less per day than that. Doubletree Baltimore at about $6/day is roughly 44% less than Long-Term, and even the priciest, Clarion Hotel BWI North at about $8/day, is about 24% less. If a free shuttle matters most, The Westin and Sheraton Hotel both list free shuttle service with online booking and run 24 hours.

For very short trips, the Hourly Garage can beat the Daily Garage on cost. At $6 per hour it costs $12 for two hours, but $18 for three, which passes the Daily Garage's $16. Our sibling article on BWI airport hourly parking rates covers the Hourly Garage in full detail.

How Much Does BWI Parking Cost for a 3-Day, 7-Day, or 14-Day Trip?

Your total parking cost depends on how many days you park. The BWI airport parking daily rate multiplies directly — there are no weekly caps or multi-day discounts on on-airport lots, based on current published rates.

On a 7-day trip, switching from the Daily Garage to Long-Term Parking saves you $35. Doubletree Baltimore, at about $43 for the week, saves about $69 versus the Daily Garage and about $34 versus Long-Term. Even Clarion Hotel BWI North, at about $58 for 7 days, comes in about $19 under a week in Long-Term.

Want a deeper breakdown with shuttle times factored in? Our article on BWI long-term parking per day walks through cost scenarios for the on-airport Long-Term Lots specifically.

How Does the BWI Daily Garage Shuttle Work and How Often Does It Run?

The BWI Daily Garage is served by a free airport shuttle that connects the garage to the terminal. According to official BWI shuttle information, the shuttle runs every 10 to 15 minutes during normal hours. Between 1 AM and 5 AM, frequency drops to every 25 minutes.

Shuttle stops are clearly marked. The same shuttle network serves Express Parking, Long-Term Lots, and the BWI Rail Station Garage. Look for the BWI courtesy shuttle signs at the terminal's lower level for return pickup.

The Hourly Garage is the only on-airport option with a direct walk to the terminal — no shuttle required. If you want to skip the shuttle entirely, the Hourly Garage works for short stays, though the daily max of $30 makes it expensive for overnight trips. See our full breakdown of BWI hourly parking rates and the garage guide for more on that option.

Is Off-Airport Parking Near BWI Cheaper Than the Daily Garage?

Yes. All five airport lots Triply sells near BWI cost less per day than the Daily Garage at $16/day, and less than Long-Term at $11/day. They start at about $6/day, roughly 62% less than the Daily Garage.

Here are the five airport lots Triply sells near BWI and what they offer:

• Doubletree Baltimore: about $6/day, 890 Elkridge Landing Rd, listed 2.2 miles from the airport. The shuttle runs 24 hours, every 15 minutes from 5 AM to midnight and every 30 minutes overnight. Register your car at the front desk for a dashboard tag. Parking guests can use the hotel Wi-Fi, restrooms and waiting lounge, and staff are on site 24 hours.
• Country Inn & Suites: about $7/day, 1717 W Nursery Rd, listed 1.7 miles out, the closest of the five. Park behind the hotel, not in the Chili's lot. 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.
• 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. Vans, pickups and large SUVs park at no extra cost, and 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. Accessible parking is available, and vans, pickups and large SUVs park at no extra charge.
• Clarion Hotel BWI North: about $8/day, 6921 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd, listed 3 miles out, the farthest of the five. The shuttle runs every 30 minutes from 4 to 10 AM and 5 to 11 PM only, with none from 10 AM to 5 PM or 11 PM to 4 AM.

Shuttle service differs by lot, so check the schedule before you book. Doubletree Baltimore, The Westin and Sheraton Hotel run 24 hours, while Country Inn & Suites and Clarion Hotel BWI North have gaps in their schedules. Only The Westin and Sheraton Hotel state their shuttle is free. All five include free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in.

Triply sells parking only at these hotels, not rooms. For more on the hotel behind the Doubletree Baltimore lot, see the DoubleTree BWI Airport hotel parking guide.

Before you drive to the airport, check real-time traffic on Waze — especially on I-195 and I-95, which are the primary routes into BWI.

How Do You Reserve BWI Airport Parking in Advance?

Reserving BWI parking ahead of time locks in your rate and guarantees a space — especially useful during peak travel periods like summer and major holidays. Here is how to do it:

1. Use Triply: Search BWI airport parking at triplypro.com/search?airport=BWI to compare the five airport lots Triply sells, with free cancellation and a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in.
2. Book directly through BWI: The official BWI parking page offers an online reservation system for on-airport lots including Long-Term Parking and the Daily Garage. Those are paid to the airport, not booked on Triply.
3. Triply lots: Doubletree Baltimore, Country Inn & Suites, The Westin, Sheraton Hotel and Clarion Hotel BWI North can all be booked ahead, so there is no risk in reserving early.
4. Book at least 1 week ahead for summer travel (June to August) and major holidays, when popular lots can fill up.

Parking technology upgrades are actively rolling out at BWI, including smart parking guidance systems that show real-time space availability. In the meantime, reserving in advance remains the most reliable way to secure a spot at the rate you want.

What Are the Clearance Heights and Vehicle Restrictions at the BWI Daily Garage?

The BWI Daily Garage is a multi-level structure with clearance restrictions that matter for SUVs, trucks, and vans. Based on standard garage specifications for this facility, most interior levels have a clearance of approximately 8 feet 2 inches. Oversized vehicles — including large pickup trucks, full-size vans, and vehicles with roof-mounted equipment — may not fit on upper levels.

If you drive a tall vehicle, Long-Term Lot A is a surface lot with no overhead clearance concerns. The Westin and Sheraton Hotel lots on Triply both state no extra charge for full-size vans, pickups and large SUVs. For specific clearance questions, contact the BWI parking office directly before your trip.

Vehicles with flammable gas containers (like propane tanks) are prohibited from parking in all BWI garages per MAA policy. Accessible parking spaces are available in both the Hourly and Daily Garages — these are the closest ADA-compliant spaces to the terminal.

Tips for Finding the Best BWI Parking Deal During Holidays and Peak Travel

BWI serves both the Baltimore and Washington D.C. metro areas — roughly 9 miles south of downtown Baltimore and 30 miles northeast of Washington, D.C. That dual-market draw means parking demand spikes hard around Memorial Day, July 4th, Thanksgiving, and the winter holidays.

Here are the most effective ways to lock in the best BWI airport parking daily rate during busy periods:

• Book 7-14 days ahead: Clarion Hotel BWI North showed limited availability on the dates we checked.
• Compare Triply lots with on-airport parking: every Triply BWI airport lot costs less per day than Long-Term at $11/day, and even the priciest, Clarion at about $8/day, undercuts it.
• Use free cancellation: All five airport lots on Triply offer free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in, so you can book early and cancel if your plans change.
• Match the shuttle to your flight: Country Inn & Suites and Clarion Hotel BWI North have hours with no shuttle, while Doubletree Baltimore, The Westin and Sheraton Hotel run 24 hours.
• Consider the Rail Station Garage: At $12/day, it connects directly to MARC Penn Line trains. If you're parking and riding into D.C. or Baltimore, it's a smart combo, and MARC to D.C. runs about 45 minutes for $8.
• Arrive early on departure day: During peak periods, add at least 15 extra minutes for shuttle waits and security lines. TSA PreCheck can cut your security wait significantly.

BWI completed its $520 million Concourse A/B Connector on January 9, 2026 — the largest capital project in airport history. The new connector eliminated the need to backtrack between Concourses A and B. Inside security is now faster and more direct, which helps if your shuttle runs a little late.

Ready to lock in a low rate? Compare the airport lots Triply sells near BWI, from about $6/day, and reserve in minutes.

Compare BWI parking rates. The cheapest airport lot Triply sells near Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport costs about 62% less per day than the airport's $16/day Daily Garage.