DEN Parking Rates 2026: Every Lot, Price & Option

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DEN parking rates at Denver International Airport range from $8/day at the 61st and Peña lot (train only, no shuttle) to $45/day for Premium Reserve parking on Arrivals Level 4. Off-site lots on Triply run from about $6/day (Embassy Suites Denver Airport, plus an $8 shuttle fee) to about $11/day, which is about 68% to 84% less than the $35/day terminal garages. Triply rates are for a 7-day stay booked ahead and change by date. The airport's own Pikes Peak lot at $10/day is about the same price as most Triply lots. This guide covers every lot, every rate, and every option at DEN, with on-airport rates checked on flydenver.com in October 2026.

• Cheapest on-airport option: 61st and Peña Lot at $8/day, with no airport shuttle. You ride the RTD A Line train ($10.50 to the airport, 11-minute ride).
• Best value on airport property with a shuttle: the Pikes Peak Shuttle Lot at $10/day, with a free shuttle every 7-15 minutes. The Longs Peak Shuttle Lot is currently closed.
• Economy Lots cost $20/day flat, with a free shuttle every 10 minutes to the Hotel Transit Center.
• East and West Garages cost $7/hour with a $35 daily maximum. They are close to the terminal but the most expensive standard option on-site.
• Off-site lots on Triply run about $6 to $11/day. Park2Jet (about $9/day) and Canopy (about $11/day) have 24/7 shuttles, and Canopy costs a little more than Pikes Peak.
• Construction update: allow extra time at security checkpoints during the ongoing Great Hall renovation. The Longs Peak Shuttle Lot is currently closed.

Compare off-site DEN parking on Triply, from about $9/day with a 24/7 shuttle (Park2Jet) or about $6/day at Embassy Suites plus an $8 shuttle fee.

What Are the Current DEN Parking Rates for 2026?

Denver International Airport offers several on-airport parking options, ranging from walk-in garage spots to remote shuttle lots. Rates are set by the Denver Department of Aviation and were checked against the airport's official parking data in October 2026. They are paid to DEN and are not sold on Triply.

DEN's total on-airport capacity sits at approximately 42,000 spaces across all lots and garages. The lot accepts cash, all major credit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and the ParkDEN mobile app. You can also call (303) 342-7275 for parking assistance.

On-Airport vs. Off-Airport Parking at Denver International: Which Is Cheaper?

Off-site lots on Triply cost far less than the airport's garages and Economy lots, but not always less than the Pikes Peak lot. For a 7-day trip, the East or West Garage costs $245 and the Economy Lots cost $140. The same week at Park2Jet runs about $66 (about 73% less than the garages), Canopy about $78, and Embassy Suites about $40 plus its $8 shuttle fee. The Pikes Peak lot is $70 for the week, so it is about even with Park2Jet and cheaper than Canopy.

• On-airport garages ($7/hour, $35/day max): Closest to the terminal. No shuttle needed. Best for short trips of 1-2 days when time matters most.
• On-airport Economy lots ($20/day): A middle ground. Free shuttle every 10 minutes from shelters in the lot to the Hotel Transit Center.
• Pikes Peak lot ($10/day): Best value on airport property. Free shuttle every 7-15 minutes; allow 30 minutes. Pickup is on the East side only.
• Off-site lots on Triply (about $6 to $11/day): Cheaper than Economy and the garages. Shuttle hours and fees vary by lot: Park2Jet, Canopy and Embassy Suites run 24/7, while others stop at midnight or 1:30 AM, and Embassy Suites charges an $8 shuttle fee.

For trips of 3 days or more, off-site lots on Triply beat the Economy lots and garages on price, and the airport's Pikes Peak lot is the closest competitor. For a quick overnight or same-day return, the garages save you shuttle time. For everything in between, the DEN long-term parking and economy lot guide breaks down weekly totals in detail.

How Do DEN Parking Lots Compare? (Economy, Garage, Short-Term, and Shuttle Lots)

Each on-airport lot at DEN serves a different type of traveler. Here's how they stack up side by side.

East and West Garages: $35/day max

The East Garage and West Garage are connected directly to the Jeppesen Terminal. No shuttle needed, you walk straight in. At $7/hour with a $35 daily maximum (reached after 5 hours), they're ideal for short-term stays. Accessible parking is on the lower levels of both garages. EV charging is free with parking (West Level 1 has 25 stations, East Level 1 has 11).

Economy Lots: $20/day

The East Economy Lot and West Economy Lot both charge a flat $20/day, with no hourly rate. Free shuttles run every 10 minutes from shelters in each lot to the Hotel Transit Center at the south end of the terminal. At twice the daily price of the Pikes Peak lot, they make sense mainly if you want the frequent every-10-minutes shuttle. For a deeper look at how they compare, see our Denver International Airport Economy Lot guide.

Pikes Peak Shuttle Lot: $10/day

At $10/day, the Pikes Peak Shuttle Lot is the cheapest airport lot with a shuttle. The shuttle is free and runs every 7-15 minutes, with pickup on Level 5, Door 513, Island 3 (East side only). Allow about 30 minutes. The Longs Peak Shuttle Lot is currently closed ($10/day when open). For a week, Pikes Peak costs $70 vs. $140 at the Economy lots or $245 at the garages.

61st and Peña Lot: $8/day

The 61st and Peña Lot is DEN's lowest-priced official lot at $8/day ($6/hour). It has no airport shuttle: you ride the RTD A Line train, which costs $10.50 to the airport and takes 11 minutes. The lot has 800 spaces, 609 of them under solar canopies, and 11 free EV chargers. It suits budget travelers who are comfortable taking the train.

Premium Reserved — $45/day

Premium Reserve parking sits on Arrivals Level 4 of the Jeppesen Terminal (East and West sides). At $45/day, plus a $5 service fee per reservation, it's the most expensive on-site option, and it is reservation only. The benefit is direct terminal access, with no shuttle and no walking through a lot. A 7-day stay costs $315 plus the $5 fee. Best for travelers with heavy bags or tight connections. For short-term and hourly pickup needs, the DEN short-term and hourly parking guide covers cell phone lot options and arrival pickup logistics.

How Much Does Off-Airport Parking Near DEN Cost?

Triply sells eleven off-site lots near Denver International, from about $6/day to $11/day. Park2Jet, Canopy and Embassy Suites run 24/7 shuttles; the others have shuttle gaps overnight or midday. Availability varies by date, and not every lot is offered for every week. Here's the full breakdown, best fits first.

Park2Jet Denver (about $9/day) is the best fit for most flight times: a dedicated lot with a 24/7 shuttle. Canopy Airport Parking (about $11/day) has a complimentary 24/7 shuttle with luggage help and a lobby with free Wi-Fi, coffee, water and snacks, but it costs a little more than the airport's $10/day Pikes Peak lot. Embassy Suites Denver Airport is the cheapest at about $6/day, but you pay an $8 shuttle fee at the front desk, must call ahead to reserve a seat, and the shuttle serves the West terminal only. DoubleTree (3-day minimum) and Spark by Hilton on Tower Rd run until 1:30 AM. The Gateway Park hotels (Hyatt Place Denver Airport, Aloft and Residence Inn) are 8.7 to 8.8 miles out and their shuttles stop at midnight. Note there are three separate Hyatt listings: Hyatt Place Denver Airport (Aurora), Hyatt Place Peña Station and Hyatt House.

How Do Free Shuttles Work at Denver Airport — and How Long Do They Take?

The on-airport Economy and Pikes Peak lots have free shuttles. Off-site lots on Triply differ: Park2Jet, Canopy and Embassy Suites run 24/7, the others have set hours, and Embassy Suites charges an $8 shuttle fee. Wait times and pickup logistics differ by lot.

• Economy Lots (East and West): Free shuttle every 10 minutes from lot shelters to the Hotel Transit Center. Returns every 7-10 minutes (East) or 7-20 minutes (West).
• Pikes Peak Lot: Free shuttle every 7-15 minutes, pickup Level 5, Door 513, Island 3 (East side only). Longs Peak is currently closed.
• Park2Jet Denver: To the airport 24/7, every 10-15 minutes. From the airport, every 10-15 minutes from 4 AM to midnight; between midnight and 4 AM, call 303-558-9790 for pickup. Pickups are on Level 5, Island 3 (West door 508, East door 509).
• Canopy Airport Parking: Complimentary, 24/7, every 15 minutes, with luggage help. Pickups on Island 3 outside door 511 (East) or door 508 (West).
• Embassy Suites Denver Airport: 24/7, every 30 minutes, with an $8 round-trip fee paid at the front desk. Call 303-574-3000 up to 24 hours ahead to reserve a seat; hotel guests get priority. Drop-off and pickup at the West terminal only (door 512, Island 3).
• DoubleTree, Spark by Hilton, Holiday Inn Express and Hyatt House: Run 3:30 AM to 1:30 AM with no shuttle from 1:30 to 3:30 AM. DoubleTree runs every 30 minutes, Spark every 15 to 30 minutes, Holiday Inn Express every 30 minutes (call the front desk to reserve a seat), and Hyatt House every 30 minutes but hourly from noon to 5 PM. Pickups at door 512, Island 3.
• Hyatt Place Denver Airport (Aurora), Aloft and Residence Inn at Gateway Park: No shuttle after midnight. Hyatt Place is on demand from 4 AM (call 303-371-0700 for the return), Aloft runs every 30 minutes from 3:45 AM, and Residence Inn every 30 minutes from 4 AM with returns from East door 505.
• Hyatt Place Peña Station: 4 AM to midnight, every 30 minutes except hourly from noon to 5 PM.

On return, check your lot's pickup point before you fly. Economy shuttles return to the Hotel Transit Center, and the Pikes Peak shuttle picks up on Level 5, Door 513, Island 3. Most Triply lots pick up on Island 3 near door 512 (West), 508 or 511, and Embassy Suites serves the West terminal only. Pikes Peak asks you to allow about 30 minutes. During peak travel periods, add a buffer.

How Can You Save Money on Denver Airport Parking?

The biggest savings come from choosing the right lot type for your trip length. Here are the most effective strategies, based on rates checked in October 2026.

1. Book off-site on Triply: At about $9/day (Park2Jet) or about $6/day (Embassy Suites, plus its $8 shuttle fee) vs. $35/day max at the garages, a 7-day trip saves you about $179 at Park2Jet. Triply bookings come with free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in.
2. Compare the Pikes Peak lot: At $10/day it is the airport's cheapest shuttle lot, about the same as Park2Jet and cheaper than Canopy (about $11/day).
3. Consider the 61st and Peña Lot: At $8/day it is the cheapest official lot, but there is no shuttle and the RTD A Line train costs $10.50 to the airport.
4. Match shuttle hours to your flight: Park2Jet, Canopy and Embassy Suites run 24/7, while the other Triply lots stop at midnight or 1:30 AM.
5. Take the RTD A Line instead: If you're coming from downtown Denver, the RTD A Line commuter rail runs from Denver Union Station to DEN for $10.50 to the airport.
6. Avoid peak periods: Thanksgiving, Christmas, Spring Break, and summer weekends all see higher demand, and availability varies by date. Book ahead during those windows.

Is Off-Airport Parking at DEN Safe?

Safety is a common concern for travelers leaving a car for several days. Security setups near DEN vary by lot, so check each listing before you book.

Security setups differ by lot, so check the listing before you book. Park2Jet Denver and Canopy Airport Parking are dedicated parking lots with a 24/7 front desk and security listed; Canopy uses a plate-reading gate. Embassy Suites is a gated hotel lot where you take a ticket, park in the back lot, and park at your own risk (the hotel accepts no liability). At the other hotel lots, you check in at the front desk, get a validation code and register your vehicle by QR code.

For peace of mind, take a photo of your parking spot number and the lot's name before boarding your shuttle. At the hotel lots, check in at the front desk first: DoubleTree asks you to get a validation code before parking and register your car with the desk's QR code, or risk towing.

How Do You Reserve Parking at Denver International Airport?

Reserving in advance holds your space, which matters most during peak travel windows. Here's how to do it.

1. On-airport: Only Premium Reserve takes reservations (through flydenver.com). The other DEN lots are pay-as-you-go.
2. Off-site via Triply: Search DEN parking on Triply to compare the off-site lots it sells by price, distance and shuttle details, with free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in.
3. On arrival: Park2Jet asks you to scan the QR code on your receipt at the gate, Canopy's gate reads your license plate, and the hotel lots have you check in at the front desk for a validation code.

Triply bookings come with free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in. Before you head out, check real-time traffic on Waze, especially if traveling via Pena Boulevard, the sole airport access road, which can back up during peak hours.

What About Construction in 2026?

DEN's $2 billion Great Hall renovation is in its final phase. The East Security Checkpoint (17 new lanes) opened in August 2025, and the new Level 5 arrivals areas are now operational. The Longs Peak Shuttle Lot is currently closed, and rental car shuttle pickup shifted to Level 5 Terminal East only through early 2026. Allow extra time at security and check flydenver.com for any last-minute changes to ground transportation pickup zones.

DEN parking rates in 2026 span a wide range, from $8/day at the 61st and Peña Lot (train only) and $10/day at the Pikes Peak lot to $45/day for Premium Reserve. Off-site lots on Triply run about $6 to $11/day, with shuttle hours and fees that vary by lot. Book ahead to hold your space. Find and reserve off-site DEN parking on Triply from about $9/day with a 24/7 shuttle, and compare every lot in one search.

Compare DEN parking rates. Park2Jet, at about $9/day, costs about 73% less per day than the $35/day terminal garages.