LAX Parking From $8/Day: Complete 2026 Rate Comparison

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LAX airport parking rates per day range from about $8/day at the cheapest off-airport lot (the 9750 Airport Blvd lot, which has no shuttle) to $75/day for on-airport valet. Off-airport lots with a shuttle start at about $9/day. Los Angeles International Airport, managed by Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA), offers five official parking tiers, and Triply lists eight off-site private lots nearby. Off-site rates in this guide are for a 7-day stay booked ahead and change by date. Knowing every rate before you drive in saves real money, especially on multi-day trips.

• Cheapest daily rate: the 9750 Airport Blvd lot at about $8/day, but it has no shuttle. Cheapest with a shuttle: Fox Parking at about $9/day (off-airport, valet)
• On-airport budget option: LAX Budget Parking at $20/day (drive-up, remote lot)
• On-airport economy option: LAX Economy Parking at $35/day (free shuttle every 10-15 minutes)
• Terminal garage max rate: $60/day general, $70/day premium, $75/day valet
• Best value off-airport range: about $8 to $12/day across six off-airport lots, four of them listing covered or garage parking
• The two Century Blvd hotel lots are the pricey end: Sheraton Gateway (about $19/day) costs about the same as LAX Budget Parking, and Sonesta (about $23/day) costs more

Compare LAX airport parking rates starting at about $8/day on Triply: search all lots by terminal and date.

How Much Does LAX Airport Parking Cost Per Day in 2026?

LAX parking rates per day fall into three broad cost bands. On-airport terminal garages are the most expensive, off-airport private lots are the most affordable, and LAWA's economy and budget lots sit in the middle. Here is a quick breakdown of what you will pay (on-airport rates are from LAX's official pages).

On-airport rates above are daily maximum caps, and hourly rates apply for shorter stays. The CTA general garages charge $9 for the first hour (P1, P2, P5, P6, P7) or $11 for the first hour (P3, P4), then $7 or $9 for each additional 30 minutes. If you are staying less than six hours, an on-airport garage can actually be competitive. For anything beyond one day, off-airport lots usually win on price.

What Are the Official LAX Parking Lots and Their Daily Rates?

LAWA operates five official parking options at LAX. Each serves a different traveler need, from quick drop-offs to week-long trips. Here is what each costs per day (verified April 2026, per LAX's official parking page).

• CTA Terminal Garages (P1–P7): $60/day general max. Attached directly to each terminal — no shuttle needed. P1 serves Terminal 1, P2 serves Terminal 2, P3 serves Terminal 3, P4 serves Terminal 4, P6 serves Terminal 6, P7 serves Terminals 7 and 8.
• CTA Premium Parking: $70/day max. Reserved spots closest to terminal entrances. Available in P1, P3, and P7.
• CTA Valet Parking: $75/day max. Available in P1, P3, P4, and P7. You hand over your keys at the terminal entrance.
• Economy Parking: $35/day max. Located southeast of the Central Terminal Area. Free shuttle runs every 10–15 minutes. Best official lot for multi-day trips.
• Budget Parking: $20/day max. Drive-up remote lot. Cheapest official option at LAX. Limited amenities.
• Cell Phone Lot: Free. Located at the northwest corner of 96th Street and Vicksburg Avenue. For picking up passengers only — not overnight parking.

The LAX Economy lot is the best deal among official on-airport options. At $35/day with a free shuttle every 10–15 minutes, it costs 41% less than the terminal garage. For trips of three days or more, that difference adds up fast. Note that LAX's multi-billion dollar Transforming LAX construction program is ongoing. The Automated People Mover (APM) is set to open around June 2026. Once open, the APM will connect Economy Parking, the Metro Transit Center, and ConRAC via an elevated train — making the economy lot even more convenient.

Is Off-Airport Parking at LAX Cheaper Than On-Site Lots?

Yes, off-airport private lots are consistently cheaper than on-site LAX garages, often by a wide margin. Based on current Triply rates, Fox Parking at about $9/day is roughly 85% less per day than a CTA terminal garage ($60/day). Against the official lots the gap is smaller: Sheraton Gateway, at about $19/day, is only about 6% below LAX Budget Parking ($20/day), and Sonesta Los Angeles Airport, at about $23/day, costs more than Budget. Most off-airport lots on Triply run a shuttle to the terminals; 9750 Airport Blvd has none.

Here is how the eight off-site lots on Triply compare on price, distance and shuttle:

• 9750 Airport Blvd (formerly Four Points by Sheraton), about $8/day: 1.4 miles from the airport. Valet and a 24/7 front desk. No shuttle, so you arrange your own ride to the terminal. Two-day minimum.
• Fox Parking, about $9/day: 10121 Glasgow Place, 2.1 miles out. Covered garage with valet, security and wheelchair access. Shuttle every 20 minutes, around the clock. Three-day minimum, and SUVs, trucks and minivans pay extra at the lot. Fox Auto Parks has been serving LAX airport parking customers since 2001.
• South Bay Airport Parking - 105, about $10/day: 1921 East Walnut Ave, El Segundo, 1.2 miles out. Well-lit garage with a 6 ft 10 in clearance and free EV charging. Shuttle every 20 to 30 minutes, 24/7.
• 405 Airport Parking, about $10/day: 9800 La Cienega Blvd, 2.2 miles out, right off I-405 and Century Blvd. Covered garage and a 24/7 front desk. Shuttle on demand, 24/7.
• Simply Park, about $10/day: 9920 La Cienega Blvd, 2.2 miles out. Seven levels of covered self-parking plus rooftop outdoor parking, with security. Shuttle every 30 minutes, 24/7.
• Travelodge by Wyndham LAX South, about $12/day: 1804 East Sycamore Ave, 1.2 miles out. Shuttle every 30 minutes from 5:00 AM to 12:30 AM; no shuttle overnight. Book at least 24 hours ahead.
• Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel, about $19/day: 6101 W Century Blvd, 1 mile out. Valet parking at the hotel. Shuttle about every 25 to 30 minutes, 24/7.
• Sonesta Los Angeles Airport, about $23/day: 5985 W Century Blvd, 1.1 miles out. Valet, security and wheelchair access. Shuttle every 25 to 30 minutes, 24/7.

The trade-off with off-airport lots is shuttle time. Plan extra time each way for the wait and the ride, and note that the 9750 Airport Blvd lot needs a rideshare instead. Budget for that when planning your arrival. Before you leave home, check real-time traffic on Waze, since LAX sits at the intersection of I-405 and I-105 and delays can be significant during peak hours.

How Can You Save Money on LAX Parking Before Your Trip?

The single biggest way to save on LAX parking is to book in advance online. Walk-up rates at terminal garages run up to $60/day, while off-site lots booked ahead on Triply cost about $9 to $12/day at most shuttle lots. Here are the most effective strategies travelers use.

1. Book early through a comparison site. Platforms like Triply let you compare off-site LAX lots by date.
2. Choose Economy over Terminal Garages. The official LAX Economy lot costs $35/day versus $60/day at the CTA garages, a $25/day savings with the only trade-off being a 10–15 minute shuttle ride.
3. Consider off-airport covered lots for multi-day trips. At about $9 to $10/day, a five-day trip costs around $46 at Fox Parking (three-day minimum). The same five days at a CTA terminal garage costs $300.
4. Check the vehicle rules. Fox Parking charges extra at the lot for SUVs, trucks and minivans ($1.50 to $10/day), and the South Bay and Simply Park garages have clearance limits of 6 ft 10 in and 6 ft 8 in.
5. Compare a few dates. Off-site rates change by date, and Fox Parking showed a higher rate on one of the dates we checked.
6. Check cancellation policies. Every off-site lot listed here offers free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in. That means you can lock in a low rate now and cancel up to 24 hours before check-in if your plans change. Travelodge by Wyndham LAX South needs to be booked at least 24 hours ahead.

If you have TSA PreCheck, you can also arrive a little later and spend less time in the security line. That means you can choose a slightly farther lot without stressing about your departure. TSA PreCheck enrollment costs $85 for five years and pays for itself quickly for frequent flyers.

Which LAX Parking Lot Is Closest to My Terminal?

Your airline determines your terminal, and your terminal determines the closest parking structure. Here is a quick reference by airline and terminal (verified April 2026).

• Terminal 1 (Southwest, JetBlue): P1 garage — general $60/day, premium $70/day, valet $75/day
• Terminal 2 (Delta check-in): P2 garage — general $60/day. For a detailed breakdown, see LAX Terminal 2 parking rates.
• Terminal 3 (Delta hub, Aeromexico, Virgin Atlantic, WestJet): P3 garage — general $60/day, premium $70/day, valet $75/day. Full rate details at LAX Terminal 3 parking rates.
• Terminal 4 (American Airlines hub, American Eagle): P4 garage — general $60/day, valet $75/day
• Terminal 6 (Alaska, Hawaiian, Air Canada, Porter, Southern): P6 garage — general $60/day. Full fee breakdown at LAX Terminal 6 parking fees.
• Terminals 7 & 8 (United hub): P7 garage — general $60/day, premium $70/day, valet $75/day
• Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT): No dedicated P-structure. Economy Parking or P3/P4 garages are the closest official options. The TBIT serves over 40 international carriers including Emirates, British Airways, Qantas, Lufthansa, and Japan Airlines.

If you are flying internationally from TBIT, Economy Parking at $35/day is the most practical on-site choice. The free shuttle runs every 10–15 minutes and drops at each terminal. Once the APM opens (~June 2026), getting from Economy Parking to TBIT will be even easier via the elevated train.

Does LAX Offer EV Charging, Valet, or Accessible Parking?

LAX has expanded its electric vehicle charging options at on-airport facilities (verified April 2026, per LAX EV charging page). Among the off-site lots on Triply, only South Bay Airport Parking - 105 lists EV charging, so confirm with the lot before you book if you need it.

EV Charging at LAX

• On-airport: EV charging stations are available within several CTA garages. Check the LAX EV page for current locations before you arrive.
• Off-airport: South Bay Airport Parking - 105 lists free EV charging (Blink chargers, with 6 valet-only spaces). None of the other off-site lots on Triply list EV charging, so check with the lot directly before booking.

Valet Parking at LAX

• On-airport valet: Available at P1, P3, P4, and P7. Max rate is $75/day.
• Off-airport valet: Listed at the 9750 Airport Blvd lot (the former Four Points by Sheraton, about $8/day, no shuttle), Fox Parking (about $9/day), Sheraton Gateway (about $19/day) and Sonesta Los Angeles Airport (about $23/day), all at lower daily rates than on-airport valet. South Bay Airport Parking - 105 (about $10/day) also offers valet, but its listing does not say whether the Triply rate covers it.

Accessible (ADA) Parking at LAX

• ADA-compliant spaces are available in all CTA terminal garages (P1–P7).
• Economy Parking also includes designated accessible spaces near the shuttle pick-up area.
• Rates for accessible spaces match standard parking rates — there is no surcharge for ADA spots at official LAWA facilities.
• If you need accessible parking at an off-site lot, call ahead to confirm space availability before booking.

What Hidden Fees Should You Watch for When Parking at LAX?

The advertised daily rate is rarely what you pay at checkout. LAX parking — both on-airport and off-airport — comes with additional charges that can push your final bill higher than expected. Here are the ones to watch.

• Taxes and fees: Most off-site LAX lots on Triply add the 10% Los Angeles parking tax at checkout (South Bay does not), and on-airport LAWA lots add state and local taxes, so the total is higher than the daily rate times your days. Fox Parking also charges extra at the lot for SUVs, trucks and minivans ($1.50 to $10/day).
• Overnight minimums: Some lots count arrival after midnight as a new day. A late-night drop-off can trigger a second full-day charge even if you only need a few extra hours.
• Valet service fees: Valet at off-airport lots may include a tip expectation or a small service fee on top of the quoted daily rate.
• Reservation fees: A small number of booking platforms charge a non-refundable reservation fee. Always read the cancellation and fee policy before confirming.
• Early exit penalties: Some pre-paid reservations do not allow early exits without forfeiting part of the booking amount. Confirm your return date before locking in a rate.
• Hourly overflow: If you exceed your pre-booked window by even one hour, some lots charge a full extra day rather than a pro-rated hourly rate.

The safest way to avoid surprises is to book through a verified comparison platform that shows the all-in price. Every off-site lot listed in this article offers free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in, so you are not stuck if your plans shift. For a full picture of long-term cost planning at LAX, our guide to LAX long-term parking fees breaks down what multi-day stays actually cost after all charges.

Find the Best LAX Parking Rate Per Day for Your Trip

LAX airport parking rates per day range from about $8/day at the cheapest off-airport lot (no shuttle) or about $9/day with a shuttle to $75/day for on-airport valet. The right choice depends on how long you are parking, how close you need to be to your terminal, and what amenities matter to you. Off-airport covered lots like Fox Parking, 405 Airport Parking and Simply Park offer real value, especially for trips over two days, with 24/7 shuttles to the terminals. On-airport Economy Parking at $35/day is the best official LAWA option for multi-day stays. Terminal garages are best for quick trips where walking distance to the check-in desk is worth the premium.

Compare every LAX parking rate per day on Triply: search all lots from about $8/day and book with free cancellation.

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