Detroit Metro Airport Parking Fees: Full Guide 2026

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Detroit Metro Airport parking fees are the per-day (or per-hour) charges set by the Wayne County Airport Authority for leaving your car at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). Based on official rates published at metroairport.com and verified October 2026, on-airport parking ranges from $20/day at the economy Green Lot to $51/day for valet. Off-site lots bookable through Triply run about $10 to $12/day before tax, with a free shuttle at all four. All card payments on-airport carry a 2.65% processing fee per transaction.

• Cheapest on-airport option: Green Lot at $20/day flat (card only, both terminals via free shuttle)
• Most expensive on-airport option: McNamara Valet at $51/day (McNamara Terminal only)
• Lowest base rate off-site: Detroit Metro Airport Marriott at about $10/day before about 27% tax. Wyndham Garden Romulus (about $11/day) has the lowest 7-night total at $92.93
• Hidden fee to know: A 2.65% card processing fee applies to every on-airport payment
• Best value for multi-day trips: For 7 nights, Triply lots total $92.93 to $104.54, against $160 at the Green Lot and $408 for valet (before the card fee)
• Construction alert: Dingell Drive roadway work is active through 2027, so allow extra drive time

Compare DTW off-site parking from about $10/day before tax on Triply and lock in your rate before you fly.

How Much Does Detroit Metro Airport Parking Cost in 2026?

On-airport parking at DTW runs from $20/day to $51/day, depending on the lot and whether you need short-term or long-term access. Off-site options bookable through Triply run about $10 to $12/day. Triply rates are for a 7-day stay booked ahead and change by date. All other figures below are per official airport data (verified October 2026).

On-Airport DTW Parking Rates (2026)

Source: metroairport.com/parking, verified October 2026. A 2.65% card processing fee applies to every transaction. Green Lot and valet are card-only.

How Do Hourly Rates Work at DTW?

Short-term hourly parking starts at $4 for the first 30 minutes in both the McNamara Garage and Big Blue Deck. The rate climbs to $6 up to one hour and $8 up to two hours. After 10 hours, you hit the daily maximum — $44 at McNamara short-term and $43 at Big Blue Deck short-term.

Valet parking at McNamara starts at $12 for the first two hours, then adds $4 per additional hour up to 11 hours, when the daily max of $51 kicks in. The cell phone lots at both ends of the airport are always free — use them if you're picking someone up and want to avoid any charges at all.

What Does a Full Week of DTW Parking Cost?

There is no weekly rate cap at DTW. Daily rates simply multiply. Based on official rates, here is what a 7-day stay costs at each on-airport lot:

• Green Lot: $20 × 7 = $140
• Big Blue Deck Long-Term: $23 × 7 = $161
• McNamara Garage Long-Term: $32 × 7 = $224
• McNamara Valet: $51 × 7 = $357

By contrast, Triply's DTW lots run about $10 to $12/day. A 7-night trip bills 8 days, which costs $160 at the Green Lot and $408 for valet (before the card fee). The same 7 nights on Triply checks out at $92.93 at Wyndham Garden Romulus, the lowest of the four, and $104.54 at the Detroit Metro Airport Marriott, which includes about 27% tax. That is about $55 to $67 less than the Green Lot. Valet Connections ($94.00) and Hampton Inn Detroit/Belleville ($96.60) fall in between, with most of the price paid at the lot. For a deeper breakdown of long-term costs, see our guide to Detroit Metro Airport long-term parking rates and lots.

What Are the Different Parking Lots at DTW and Which Should You Choose?

DTW has six distinct parking options, and the right one depends on your airline, trip length, and budget. Your terminal matters most: McNamara Terminal serves Delta, Delta Connection, Air France, KLM, Korean Air, Aeromexico, and WestJet. Evans Terminal (formerly North Terminal) serves Alaska, American, Frontier, JetBlue, Lufthansa, Southwest, Spirit, Sun Country, and United.

On-Airport Parking by Lot

• Green Lot (Economy): Cheapest on-airport at $20/day flat. Open-air, card-only. Free shuttle to both terminals. Best for budget travelers who don't mind a shuttle ride. Vehicles over 8 ft 2 in tall must use this lot.
• Big Blue Deck – Long-Term: $23/day covered garage parking linked to Evans Terminal. Best for non-Delta travelers staying multiple nights. Max vehicle height is 7 ft, with van-accessible spaces in Level 1, Zones A and B (up to 8 ft 2 in).
• McNamara Garage – Long-Term: $32/day covered parking directly connected to McNamara Terminal. Best for Delta flyers who want covered, walkable parking.
• Big Blue Deck – Short-Term: $43/day max, starting at $4 for 30 min. Best for quick drop-offs or pickups at Evans Terminal.
• McNamara Garage – Short-Term: $44/day max, same hourly structure. Best for short stops at McNamara Terminal.
• McNamara Valet: $51/day. Attendants park your car. Fastest terminal access. McNamara Terminal only — follow signs for Departures & Valet Parking.

Height alert: Most DTW garage areas have a 7 ft 0 in clearance limit. Tall SUVs and vans should use Level 2 near the B elevators at McNamara, Level 1 Zones A and B at Big Blue Deck (both up to 8 ft 2 in), or the Green Lot for vehicles over 8 ft 2 in.

For full details on the garages, including EV charging stations and covered parking for winter travel, see our Detroit Airport Parking Garage guide.

How Do You Get from DTW Parking to Your Terminal?

Getting to your terminal from DTW parking is free — but the method depends on where you park. Note that you cannot walk between McNamara Terminal and Evans Terminal. Use the free airport shuttle if you need to switch.

• McNamara Garage: Walk directly into McNamara Terminal. No shuttle needed.
• Big Blue Deck: Walk directly into Evans Terminal. No shuttle needed.
• Green Lot: Free shuttle to the Ground Transportation Center at both terminals. Frequency is not published on metroairport.com — allow extra time, especially during peak hours.
• McNamara Valet: Attendants handle your car. Walk straight into McNamara Terminal departures.
• Off-site lots (Triply): Each lot provides its own free shuttle (see details below).

For questions about shuttle timing or lot availability, call the 24-hour DTW parking status hotline at (800) 642-1978.

Active Construction: Allow Extra Drive Time in 2026

The $85.5 million Dingell Drive Tunnels and Roadway Rehabilitation program is active year-round through 2027, funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. This project covers roadway surfaces, lighting, ventilation, and structural repairs on the main airport access road. Temporary lane closures and detours are possible. Both terminals remain fully operational, and no parking facility closures are expected. Before you drive, check real-time traffic on Waze to avoid surprises near the airport.

Is It Cheaper to Book DTW Parking in Advance?

For on-airport parking, metroairport.com does not currently describe an online pre-booking system, so you pay at the lot. Off-site lots on Triply can be booked in advance, and booking ahead holds your spot at the rate you booked, which is useful during holidays and other busy travel periods.

Bookings on Triply come with free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in, so there is no risk in reserving early. If you are traveling during a peak period or need a space at a specific lot, booking ahead through Triply is the safest move. For money-saving strategies beyond advance booking, our guide on Detroit Metro Airport parking coupons and deals covers discount codes and other ways to reduce your bill.

What Are the Best Off-Site Parking Options Near Detroit Metro Airport?

Off-site parking near DTW is the biggest opportunity to cut your Detroit Metro Airport parking fees. All four lots below are bookable through Triply and include a free shuttle, with free cancellation and a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in. Daily rates are before tax (verified October 2026). The Marriott adds about 27% tax and Wyndham Garden Romulus about 6%, so the 7-night checkout column shows the real total.

Source: Triply live search for 7-night stays with November 2026 check-in. Daily rates are before tax; checkouts include fees and tax. Valet Connections and Hampton Inn Detroit/Belleville collect most of the price at the lot.

Which Off-Site Lot Is Best for You?

• Lowest base rate: Detroit Metro Airport Marriott at about $10/day plus about 27% tax. The shuttle is on demand with a ~30-minute wait, so call ahead.
• Lowest 7-night total: Wyndham Garden Romulus at about $11/day ($92.93 for 7 nights), the closest lot at 1.8 miles.
• Best shuttle frequency: Valet Connections at about $12/day, with shuttles every 10-15 minutes around the clock. It has 24/7 CCTV and a 24-hour front desk, and there is no extra charge for full-size vans, pickups and large SUVs. It has a 2-day minimum.
• Best for overnight arrivals: Wyndham Garden Romulus has 24/7 surveillance, a 24/7 front desk and a shuttle that runs every hour around the clock.
• Best for large vehicles: Hampton Inn Detroit/Belleville or Valet Connections. Both charge nothing extra for full-size vans, pickups and large SUVs. Hampton is 7.1 miles out and has a 3-day minimum.
• Best for early flights: Valet Connections, with the most frequent shuttle at any hour.

On a 7-night trip, Wyndham Garden Romulus checks out at $92.93 against $160 at the on-airport Green Lot, about $67 less, before the 2.65% card fee you would pay on-airport. Even the Marriott, the highest of the four at $104.54 with tax, comes in about $55 less than the Green Lot. Against Big Blue Deck long-term parking ($184 for the same 7 nights), the four Triply lots are $79 to $91 less. For a full breakdown of shuttle logistics and lot security at each option, see airport parking near DTW: rates, lots, and shuttles.

How Do Detroit Metro Airport Parking Fees Compare to Uber, Lyft, or a Taxi?

Rideshare and taxis are worth comparing for shorter trips — but for stays of two days or more, parking almost always wins on cost. Here's how the options stack up for a typical round trip from metro Detroit.

DTW is 21 miles southwest of downtown Detroit, and the drive takes 25–40 minutes by car. Rideshare from Detroit proper easily costs $40–$80 round trip. A 4-day trip at the Green Lot costs just $80 — about the same as one round-trip Uber from the city. For trips of 3 days or longer from most metro Detroit locations, parking is cheaper. The AirRide / Michigan Flyer to Ann Arbor is worth considering if you're traveling light and heading that direction — it's just $15 one-way with 14 daily roundtrips.

Rideshare pickup and drop-off at DTW is designated — use the Uber DTW pickup guide or the Lyft DTW page for exact staging locations at each terminal.

What Tips Can Help You Save Money on Detroit Airport Parking?

These strategies directly cut your Detroit Metro Airport parking fees — every one of them is based on current verified data.

1. Book off-site on Triply. Rates start at about $10/day vs. $20/day at the cheapest on-airport lot. On a 7-night trip, Triply checkouts of $92.93 to $104.54 compare with $160 at the Green Lot, a saving of about $55 to $67.
2. Use the Green Lot for short overnight stays. At $20/day flat with no multi-day minimum, it's the most flexible on-airport option when you don't want to go off-site.
3. Avoid the short-term garage for multi-day stays. The McNamara short-term garage charges up to $44/day, more than double the Green Lot. If you're staying overnight, always move to the long-term section or an off-site lot.
4. Match your lot to your terminal. Flying Delta? Use McNamara Garage and avoid the free shuttle entirely. Flying American or Southwest? Use Big Blue Deck or an Evans-side lot. Wrong garage means a shuttle trip between terminals.
5. Factor in the 2.65% card fee. On a $140 Green Lot week, that adds $3.71. On a $357 valet week, it adds $9.46. It's small but real.
6. Enroll in TSA PreCheck. Faster security means you can leave your car later, reducing time-based overage charges in short-term lots. TSA PreCheck enrollment costs $85 for five years and pays for itself quickly if you fly regularly.
7. Drive early and check traffic. The active Dingell Drive construction may cause delays. Budget extra time so you're not forced into pricier short-term parking because you cut it close.
8. Use the cell phone lots for free waiting. DTW has a North Cell Phone Lot and a South Cell Phone Lot (South lot on eastbound Eureka Rd, west of John Dingell Dr). Both are completely free, which is perfect for picking up arriving passengers without racking up short-term charges.

DTW Parking Fees: Final Summary and Best Rates 2026

Detroit Metro Airport parking fees range from free (cell phone lots) to $51/day for valet, with the most popular options sitting between $20 and $32/day on-airport. Off-site lots bookable through Triply run about $10 to $12/day before tax, each with a free shuttle and free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in.

The single biggest way to cut your DTW parking bill is to book off-site in advance. All four Triply lots have a free shuttle that runs around the clock: on demand at the Marriott, every hour at Wyndham Garden Romulus and Hampton Inn Detroit/Belleville, and every 10-15 minutes at Valet Connections. Three of the four are within 3 miles of the airport; Hampton Inn Detroit/Belleville is 7.1 miles out. That combination of savings and free shuttles is hard to beat, especially for trips of three days or more.

Remember to allow extra driving time through 2027 due to the $85.5 million Dingell Drive construction project. Both terminals are fully operational, but road delays near the airport entrance are possible. Check the official DTW construction page before you head out.

Find and book DTW off-site parking from about $10/day before tax on Triply. Compare all four lots, check availability, and lock in your rate today.