BWI Airport Parking Per Day: 2026 Rates for Every Lot

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BWI airport parking per day ranges from $11/day for Long-Term Lots up to $30/day for the Hourly Garage, based on official rates set by the Maryland Aviation Administration (MAA) effective July 1, 2024, the first rate increase since 2009. Off-airport lots Triply sells near BWI start lower, from about $6/day. Triply rates are for a 7-day stay booked ahead and change by date. No matter how long your trip is, there is a parking option at Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport that fits your budget.

• Cheapest on-airport option: Long-Term Lots A and B at $11/day, with a shuttle about every 10-15 minutes
• Best value off-airport: Doubletree Baltimore at about $6/day, with a shuttle that runs 24 hours. Triply sells five off-airport lots, from about $6 to $8/day
• Closest off-airport lot: Country Inn & Suites, listed 1.7 miles out, about $7/day (no shuttle noon to 4 PM or midnight to 4:30 AM)
• Most convenient on-airport: Daily Garage at $16/day, with a direct walk or short shuttle to the terminal
• Rate increase context: Current rates took effect July 1, 2024 after 15 years with no changes, per the MAA
• Total parking capacity: BWI has roughly 22,000 spaces across all on-airport facilities

How Much Does BWI Airport Parking Cost Per Day?

BWI airport parking per day costs between $11 and $30 on-airport, depending on which lot you choose. The Long-Term Lots offer the lowest daily rate on airport property. The Hourly Garage is the most expensive but sits closest to the terminal with a direct walk inside. On-airport rates below were checked on bwiairport.com in October 2026.

The 2024 rate increase — the first in 15 years — raised prices across all on-airport lots. Before July 2024, the Long-Term rate was $9/day and the Daily Garage was $12/day. Off-airport lots have remained more competitive by comparison. If you are parking for more than three days, off-site options can save you a meaningful amount.

Before you drive to the lot, check real-time traffic on Waze — I-195 is the main airport access road, and backups can add 15-20 minutes to your drive during morning rush hour.

Compare BWI parking rates from about $6/day: search all lots on Triply and lock in your spot before you drive.

What Are All the BWI Parking Lots and Their Daily Rates?

BWI offers five on-airport parking options plus a free Cell Phone Lot. Every rate below is per 24-hour day, based on current published rates from the Maryland Aviation Administration (checked October 2026).

The BWI Rail Station Garage is an underrated pick. At $12/day, it sits between the Long-Term Lots and Express Parking on price — and it gives you easy access to the MARC Penn Line and Amtrak if your plans change. A free shuttle runs between the Rail Station and the main terminal around the clock.

The Hourly Garage is designed for short visits under a few hours. At $6/hour, two hours cost $12 and four hours cost $24, and the $30/day cap kicks in at five hours. It passes the Daily Garage's $16 rate in the third hour, which makes it the priciest overnight option. Avoid it for multi-day trips.

What Are the Best Off-Airport Parking Options Near BWI?

Off-airport lots Triply sells near BWI start at about $6/day, which is about 44% cheaper than the on-airport Long-Term Lots ($11) and about 62% cheaper than the Daily Garage ($16). All five run about $6 to $8/day, so every one beats the Long-Term rate. Shuttle terms differ by lot, so check the table below.

Doubletree Baltimore (890 Elkridge Landing Rd, Linthicum Heights) is the lowest-priced lot Triply sells near BWI, at about $6/day, and is listed 2.2 miles from the terminal. Its shuttle runs 24 hours a day: every 15 minutes from 5 AM to midnight and every 30 minutes overnight. On arrival, register your car at the front desk to get a dashboard tag. Parking guests can use the hotel Wi-Fi, restrooms and waiting lounge, and the hotel is monitored with staff on site 24 hours. It is the best all-round pick of the five.

If you want the closest lot, Country Inn & Suites (1717 W Nursery Rd) is listed 1.7 miles out at about $7/day. Park behind the hotel, not in the Chili's lot, where cars can be towed. Its shuttle has gaps from noon to 4 PM and from midnight to 4:30 AM, so check your flight time against them. The Westin (about $7/day) and the Sheraton (about $8/day) are next door to each other on Old Elkridge Landing Rd, 2.5 miles out, and both state a free 24-hour shuttle with an online booking. Clarion Hotel BWI North (about $8/day) is the farthest at 3 miles, with no shuttle from 10 AM to 5 PM. For full details on the Doubletree option, see our DoubleTree BWI Airport Hotel Parking guide.

Which BWI Parking Option Is the Best Value for Your Trip Length?

The best BWI parking option depends heavily on how many days you are gone. A one-day trip changes the math completely compared to a week-long vacation. Use the cost breakdown below to find your best fit.

Cost by Trip Length: On-Airport vs Off-Airport

For a 7-day trip, Doubletree Baltimore costs about $43 at its daily rate, which saves about $34 versus the on-airport Long-Term Lot and about $69 versus the Daily Garage. Over 10 days, the savings versus the Daily Garage climb to about $98. A 7-night booking bills 8 days, so the real checkout total is $49.27 at the Doubletree and up to $66.78 at Clarion, still below a week in Long-Term ($77). That is real money for a simple shuttle ride.

For short trips of one to two days, the convenience of the on-airport Daily Garage or Express Parking may be worth the extra cost, especially if your flight falls in a gap in a lot's shuttle hours. For anything longer, off-airport lots deliver a clear financial advantage. Our guide to airport parking near BWI covers additional options and booking tips for longer stays.

How Does the BWI Shuttle Work and How Long Does It Take?

The BWI parking shuttle connects the terminal to the Long-Term Lots, Express Parking, the Daily Garage, and the Rail Station Garage. Per bwiairport.com, the Daily, Express and Long-Term shuttles run around the clock, about every 10-15 minutes. Pickup points are clearly marked at each lot.

Off-airport lots run their own shuttles independently of BWI, and the terms differ by lot. Doubletree Baltimore runs 24 hours, every 15 minutes from 5 AM to midnight and every 30 minutes overnight. The Westin and Sheraton run 24 hours, every 30 minutes, with pickups on demand, and both state free shuttle service with an online booking. Country Inn & Suites and Clarion run limited hours, covered below.

Check the schedule against your flight times before you book. Country Inn & Suites has no shuttle from noon to 4 PM or from midnight to 4:30 AM. Clarion has no shuttle from 10 AM to 5 PM or from 11 PM to 4 AM. Add an extra 15-20 minutes of buffer during holiday weekends when shuttle queues can back up.

Return pickups also vary by lot. At Country Inn & Suites, call the hotel from airport pickup zone 7, 48 or 60. At Clarion, call (410) 789-9100 and head to the 2nd level at door 14 near Spirit Airlines. At the Westin, call 443-577-2300 once you have your luggage, and at the Sheraton call (443) 577-2100. If you are using the on-airport Long-Term Lot shuttle, look for the dedicated bus bays near the terminal exits.

How Can You Save Money on BWI Airport Parking Per Day?

The most effective way to cut BWI airport parking costs is to choose an off-airport lot and book ahead. The five lots Triply sells near BWI run about $6 to $8/day, all below the $11/day Long-Term Lots, and bookings come with free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in.

• Book early: Booking through Triply holds your spot at the rate you booked, with free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in
• Choose off-airport: At about $6 to $8/day, Triply's BWI lots cost 24% to 44% less per day than the Long-Term Lots and up to 62% less than the on-airport Daily Garage
• Match the shuttle to your flight: Doubletree Baltimore, the Westin and the Sheraton run 24 hours, while Country Inn & Suites and Clarion have gaps in the day
• Stay on airport property with the Long-Term Lots: At $11/day, they are the cheapest on-airport option, with a shuttle about every 10-15 minutes
• Avoid the Hourly Garage for overnight stays: The $30/day cap makes it the most expensive option for any multi-night trip
• Consider the Rail Station Garage: At $12/day, it undercuts Express Parking and includes MARC/Amtrak access if your plans change
• Enroll in TSA PreCheck: Faster security means you can arrive later, reducing stress and possibly avoiding expensive last-minute rideshare surges. Learn more about TSA PreCheck enrollment.

Seasonal demand spikes around Thanksgiving, spring break, and summer holidays. Pre-booking a week or more in advance is the best defense against arriving to a full lot.

Where Is the BWI Daily Garage and How Do You Get There?

The BWI Daily Garage sits adjacent to the main terminal and is the most convenient covered garage for most travelers. You can walk directly to the terminal or take the short on-site shuttle. At $16/day, it is a solid middle-ground option — more accessible than the Long-Term Lots but far cheaper than the Hourly Garage for overnight stays.

To reach the Daily Garage, take Interstate 195 (the primary airport access road off I-95) and follow signs for BWI Marshall Airport and the Terminal/Garages. The garages are directly off MD Route 170 (Aviation Boulevard). Accessible parking spaces are available in the Daily Garage — these are the closest accessible spaces to the terminal on the airport property.

Express Parking at $14/day is located near the Cell Phone Lot on Scott Road, close to I-195 and Aviation Boulevard. It is a surface lot with a shuttle to the terminal every 10-15 minutes. For travelers arriving via MD Route 176 (Dorsey Road) or US Route 1, Express Parking is easy to reach without driving all the way to the main garage loop.

BWI's $520 million Concourse A/B Connector opened January 9, 2026 — the largest capital project in airport history. The new connector creates a direct single-level route between Concourses A and B, which means Southwest Airlines passengers no longer have to backtrack through the main terminal. This makes parking in the Daily Garage and walking in even more efficient for Southwest flyers.

Is There a Cheaper Alternative to BWI Parking Per Day?

Yes — rideshare and public transit can be cheaper for short trips, but parking wins for most multi-day stays. Here is a quick comparison based on current rates.

• Uber/Lyft round trip: Typically $30-$50+ each way from downtown Baltimore or the suburbs, so a round trip costs $60-$100+ for a single traveler
• MARC train (Penn Line): About $8 one-way from D.C. to BWI Rail Station; free shuttle to terminal. A round trip is roughly $16 from D.C.
• MTA Light Rail: About $2 one-way from downtown Baltimore; roughly 30 minutes to the terminal
• Off-airport parking at about $6/day (Doubletree Baltimore): For a 3-day trip, total cost is about $18, less than a single Uber from most Baltimore suburbs
• On-airport Long-Term at $11/day: A 5-day trip costs $55 total, still cheaper than two round-trip rideshares for many travelers

Transit makes the most sense for solo travelers coming from downtown Baltimore or D.C. who do not need a car at the airport. Families or travelers with multiple bags will almost always save money by driving and parking, especially if they use one of the off-airport lots at about $6 to $8/day. For a deeper look at long-term cost comparisons, see our BWI long-term parking discount guide.

BWI is located 9 miles south of downtown Baltimore and 30 miles northeast of Washington, D.C. — its position between both cities means transit options are genuinely competitive for some travelers, but parking remains the most flexible choice for most.

Find the lowest BWI airport parking rate for your exact dates: compare all lots on Triply from about $6/day, up to 62% less per day than the Daily Garage.

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