CLT Airport Parking for a Week: 2026 Rates & Best Deals

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CLT airport parking for a week is one of the most cost-sensitive decisions travelers face at Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Per the City of Charlotte Aviation Department, on-airport weekly parking costs range from $98 for 7 days in Long Term Lots 1 or 2 all the way to $245 at the Hourly Deck, a difference of $147 for the same week. Off-airport options drop costs further: the two lots Triply sells near CLT run about $53 to $64 for 7 days before tax. Knowing which lot to pick can save you nearly $200 on a single trip.

• Cheapest on-airport option: Long Term Lot 1 or Lot 2 at $14/day ($98/week), the lowest official rate at CLT
• Cheapest off-airport option on Triply: Radisson Hotel Charlotte Airport at about $8/day (about $53/week before tax), with a complimentary 24/7 shuttle
• Closest off-airport option on Triply: Sheraton Charlotte Airport Hotel at about $9/day (about $64/week before tax), listed 2 miles from the airport, with a 24/7 shuttle every 30 minutes
• Pre-booking holds your space: up to 16,000 of CLT's 25,000 spaces are reservable online at parkCLT.com
• Free shuttle service runs from Long Term Lots 1 & 2 and Daily North to the terminal, which is key for weekly parkers
• No parking closures are expected in 2026 despite ongoing construction projects across CLT

Compare CLT airport parking rates for a week, including off-airport lots from about $8/day, on Triply's CLT parking search and lock in your weekly rate before you fly.

How Much Does CLT Airport Parking Cost for a Week?

A 7-day stay at Charlotte Douglas International Airport ranges from about $53 to $350 depending on which lot you choose. The table below shows the weekly total for every option. On-airport totals are the posted daily maximum times seven (rates checked on cltairport.com in October 2026). Off-airport rates are for a 7-day stay booked ahead and change by date, and those totals are before tax.

The Long Term Lots 1 and 2 at $98 for 7 days are the cheapest on-airport choice by a wide margin. Radisson at about $53 and Sheraton at about $64 for the week come in about $45 and $34 lower before tax. The Hourly Deck at $245/week is designed for short stays, so using it for 7 days is the most expensive mistake weekly parkers make at CLT.

What Are the Best CLT Parking Options for Long-Term Stays?

Long Term Lots 1 and 2 are the best on-airport choice for a week-long stay, offering the lowest official daily rate at Charlotte Douglas. Both lots sit off Josh Birmingham Parkway and include free shuttle service directly to the terminal. CLT operates roughly 25,000 total parking spaces, and up to 16,000 can be reserved online — a big advantage for weekly travelers who want guaranteed spots.

For off-airport stays, the picture changes. Radisson Hotel Charlotte Airport (212 W Woodlawn Rd, Building C) is listed 3.9 miles from CLT, about a 10-minute drive off I-77, and runs a complimentary shuttle 24/7, every hour on the hour or on request. Sheraton Charlotte Airport Hotel (3315 Scott Futrell Dr) is listed 2 miles out, with a shuttle 24/7 every 30 minutes. At about $53 and $64 for 7 days before tax, both cost less than the $98 for Long Term Lot 1. For the most detail on how each on-airport lot compares, see our guide on CLT long-term parking options and rates.

On-Airport vs. Off-Airport Parking for a 7-Day Stay

• Long Term Lot 1 or 2 (on-airport): $98/week, free shuttle, official airport security, pre-book at parkCLT.com
• Radisson Hotel Charlotte Airport (off-airport): about $53/week before tax, complimentary shuttle 24/7 (hourly or on request), 24/7 surveillance cameras, listed 3.9 miles from the airport
• Sheraton Charlotte Airport Hotel (off-airport): about $64/week before tax, shuttle 24/7 every 30 minutes, well-lit parking with overnight monitoring, listed 2 miles from the airport

Pro tip: Both off-airport lots Triply sells are hotel properties, so check in at the front desk on arrival to get your parking pass. At the Radisson, call 980-859-5155 after you collect your bags and wait at Zone 1. At the Sheraton, arrive at least 15 minutes before your check-in time and display the pass on your dashboard.

How Can You Save Money on CLT Airport Parking for a Week?

The simplest way to protect your week of CLT parking is to book in advance online. Pre-booking through parkCLT.com or the CLT Airport App reserves your space in the airport's own lots, which matters most for Long Term Lots 1 and 2 around holidays and summer travel peaks. For an off-airport lot, you can book the Radisson or Sheraton ahead on Triply.

Here are the top money-saving strategies for weekly parkers at CLT:

1. Book Long Term Lot 1 or 2 online at $14/day. This is the cheapest on-airport rate available, per official airport data.
2. Compare off-airport hotel lots. Radisson at about $8/day and Sheraton at about $9/day come to about $45 and $34 less than a week at Long Term before tax. At checkout, tax narrows the gap for the Sheraton on some dates.
3. Skip the garages for a full week. The Express Deck ($24/day) costs $168 for 7 days and the Daily Decks ($28/day) cost $196.
4. Avoid the Hourly Deck for stays longer than a few hours. At $8/hour with a $35 daily maximum, a 7-day stay costs up to $245, more than double the Long Term lot rate.
5. Book with free cancellation. Triply bookings come with free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in.

How Do You Book and Enter CLT Airport Parking with a Reservation?

Booking CLT parking online takes about two minutes at parkCLT.com or through the CLT Airport App. Select your lot, choose your arrival and departure dates, pay, and receive a confirmation. When you arrive, the gate arm reads your license plate automatically — no ticket needed.

Here's the full entry process step by step:

1. Reserve your spot at parkCLT.com or the CLT Airport App
2. Drive to your chosen lot on or near Josh Birmingham Parkway (for Long Term Lots 1 & 2)
3. Pull up to the gate — the system reads your license plate and raises the arm automatically
4. If the plate read fails, press the help button at the gate for assistance
5. Park in any available space — no assigned stalls in the Long Term lots
6. Take the free shuttle to the terminal (Long Term Lots 1 & 2 and Daily North)
7. On return, take the shuttle back, enter your license plate at the exit, and the gate opens

Payment varies by lot. The Hourly Deck, Daily North and Long Term Lot 2 take credit cards only, so check your lot's page on cltairport.com before you go. If you didn't pre-book, spaces marked Booked or Reservation Only online are full for drive-ups, so reserving ahead is the safer move for a week-long stay.

Is Off-Airport Parking Near CLT Cheaper for a 7-Day Stay?

Yes. Both off-airport lots Triply sells near Charlotte Douglas are cheaper than the cheapest on-airport option for a 7-day stay, before tax. Radisson (about $53) comes in about $45 less than Long Term Lot 1 ($98), and Sheraton (about $64) about $34 less. Against the Express Deck ($168), the savings are about $115 and $104 per week. Checkout adds tax: a 7-night Radisson booking came to $63.75, and the Sheraton ranged from $76 to $94 depending on the date, so the Sheraton can land close to the Long Term price on the priciest dates.

The trade-off is convenience. Both lots are reached by shuttle rather than a short walk: the Radisson is listed 3.9 miles from the airport and the Sheraton 2 miles. The Radisson Hotel Charlotte Airport runs a complimentary shuttle 24/7 (every hour on the hour or on request), a strong choice if your flight lands late at night, and its lot is monitored by 24/7 surveillance cameras. For a full breakdown of off-airport options near CLT, see our guide on CLT off-site airport parking lots and rates.

One thing to check before you book: the two lots run their shuttles differently. The Radisson shuttle is complimentary and leaves every hour on the hour or on request, and you call 980-859-5155 after collecting your bags. The Sheraton shuttle runs every 30 minutes, and the listing does not say it is free. Build that wait into your timing on both ends of the trip.

What Shuttle Services Are Available from CLT Long-Term Parking Lots?

Free shuttle service runs from CLT Long Term Lots 1 and 2, and Daily North, directly to the terminal. The Hourly Deck, Daily Decks (East/West), and Express Deck are all walkable via covered walkways — no shuttle needed for those. Here's how on-airport and off-airport shuttles compare:

• Long Term Lot 1 & Lot 2 (on-airport): Free CLT-operated shuttle to the terminal from shelters in the lot, included with parking
• Daily North (on-airport): Free shuttle to the terminal from shelters in the lot
• Radisson Hotel Charlotte Airport (off-airport): Complimentary shuttle 24/7, every hour on the hour or on request; call 980-859-5155 after collecting your bags and wait at Zone 1
• Sheraton Charlotte Airport Hotel (off-airport): Shuttle 24/7, every 30 minutes; call (704) 392-1200 if you can't find it on return

For weekly travelers catching early-morning or late-night flights, both lots Triply sells run shuttles 24/7: the Sheraton every 30 minutes, and the Radisson every hour on the hour or on request. Always confirm shuttle details with the lot before you book a red-eye return. You can also read our dedicated piece on the CLT Long Term Lot 1 shuttle hours and tips for detailed on-airport shuttle information.

Is CLT Airport Parking Safe for a Week-Long Stay?

CLT's on-airport lots are staffed, surveilled, and actively managed by the City of Charlotte Aviation Department — making them a reliable choice for week-long stays. All on-airport garages and surface lots feature security cameras and regular patrols. Accessible parking is available in every garage and lot, with close-in van-accessible spaces in the Hourly Deck and Daily Decks.

Off-airport lots vary more in security infrastructure. Here's what's verified for each:

• Radisson Hotel Charlotte Airport: 24/7 surveillance cameras, plus a 24/7 front desk
• Sheraton Charlotte Airport Hotel: Well-lit parking areas with overnight monitoring, handicap-accessible parking, and a 24/7 front desk

No parking closures are expected at CLT in 2026, per the airport's construction update. The $608M Terminal Lobby Expansion completed in September 2025, and active projects — including Concourse E renovations and the fourth parallel runway — are airfield-side or interior work that does not affect parking access. If you're planning around peak travel, also review the CLT extended parking guide for holiday-specific booking tips.

What Happens If Your Return Flight Is Delayed and You Go Over Your Booking?

If your return is delayed and you stay longer than your reservation, CLT on-airport lots charge the standard drive-up daily rate for any overage days. You won't lose your spot, because the system logs your plate and bills the difference at exit. For off-airport lots, policies vary, so contact the lot directly before your return if you know your delay is significant: the Radisson is at 980-859-5155 and the Sheraton at (704) 392-1200.

The safest approach is to book one extra day as a buffer on any week-long trip. At $14/day for Long Term Lot 1, an extra buffer day adds only $14 to your total, and about $8 or $9 at the Radisson or Sheraton, far less than the stress of scrambling at the gate kiosk. Triply bookings come with free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in.

How to Book CLT Airport Parking for a Week: Final Tips

For most weekly travelers, the Long Term Lots 1 and 2 at $14/day ($98/week) offer the best combination of price, convenience, and security on the airport campus. If you want to cut costs further, the off-airport hotel lots Triply sells, Radisson at about $8/day (about $53/week) and Sheraton at about $9/day (about $64/week), come in lower before tax, and both run shuttles 24/7. Always verify shuttle details match your flight schedule before booking.

A few final reminders for a smooth week-long parking experience at Charlotte Douglas International Airport:

• Book early, especially around summer travel peaks and holidays: 16,000 of CLT's 25,000 spaces are reservable online and spots at popular lots sell out
• Never use the Hourly Deck or Valet for a week-long stay, because those rates are designed for short visits
• Check traffic via Waze live traffic map before heading to the airport, since CLT is 6 miles west of Uptown Charlotte and I-85/I-77 interchange traffic can add time
• If you have TSA PreCheck, you can afford a slightly tighter schedule on the departure side, but still budget extra time for the shuttle from Long Term lots
• At the Radisson and Sheraton, check in at the front desk for your parking pass and plan for the shuttle wait: every 30 minutes at the Sheraton, hourly or on request at the Radisson
• Compare totals before tax and at checkout: tax is added at checkout for off-airport lots

Find the lowest CLT airport parking rate for a week. Compare the off-airport lots Triply sells, from about $8/day, on Triply's CLT parking search and reserve your spot today.

Compare CLT parking rates. The off-airport lots Triply sells near Charlotte Douglas International Airport cost about 67% to 73% less per day than the $28/day Daily Decks.