LAX Parking 2026: $8–$75/day (Best Rates Inside)

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LAX car parking ranges from about $9/day at off-site shuttle lots to $75/day for on-airport valet. On-airport garages cost $20 to $75/day; the Economy Lot costs $35/day with a free shuttle. Off-site lots on Triply run about $8 to $23/day (the $8 lot has no shuttle), and the shuttle lots at about $9 to $12/day cost roughly 80% to 85% less per day than a $60 CTA garage. Book in advance to hold your spot.

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LAX car parking price is the daily or hourly fee charged to leave your vehicle at Los Angeles International Airport, either in an on-airport garage managed by Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) or at a private off-site lot nearby. Prices range from about $8/day at off-site lots to $75/day for valet parking in the Central Terminal Area (CTA) garages, depending on how close you park and how long you stay. On-airport rates were verified April 2026; off-site rates are for a 7-day stay booked ahead and change by date.

The fastest answer: on-airport garages cost $20 to $75/day, the LAX Economy Lot costs $35/day, and off-site lots you can book on Triply run about $8 to $23/day, most with a shuttle to the terminals. Booking in advance holds your spot. The right choice depends on your trip length, terminal, and budget.

• Cheapest on-airport option: LAX Budget Parking at $20/day, a remote lot, drive-up only, no reservations.
• Best value on-airport: LAX Economy Parking at $35/day with a free shuttle every 10–15 minutes to all terminals.
• CTA terminal garages (P1–P7): General parking maxes at $60/day, premium at $70/day, valet at $75/day.
• Lowest-priced off-site lot with a shuttle: Fox Parking at about $9/day, roughly 85% less per day than a $60 CTA garage. The 9750 Airport Blvd lot is about $8/day but has no shuttle.
• Off-site price range: about $8 to $23/day across 8 lots you can book on Triply, most with a shuttle to the terminals.
• Pre-booking tip: Reserve in advance on Triply to hold your spot, with free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in.

How Much Does LAX Car Parking Cost in 2026?

LAX car parking prices fall into two categories: on-airport lots run by LAWA and private off-site lots around the airport. On-airport is more convenient but more expensive than most off-site lots. Most off-site lots offer major savings and run their own shuttle to the terminals; the two Century Blvd hotel lots, Sheraton Gateway and Sonesta, are the exceptions on price.

Here's the full breakdown by parking type (verified April 2026):

• CTA General Parking (P1–P7): $9 first hour (most garages), $7 per 30 minutes after, max $60/day
• CTA Premium Parking (P1, P3, P7): $11 first hour, $9 per 30 minutes after, max $70/day
• CTA Valet Parking (P1, P3, P4, P7): Max $75/day
• LAX Economy Parking: $8 first hour, $7 per 30 minutes after, max $35/day
• LAX Budget Parking: $5 first hour, max $20/day
• Off-site lots on Triply: about $8/day to $23/day (lowest with a shuttle: Fox Parking at about $9/day; the 9750 Airport Blvd lot is about $8/day with no shuttle)

If you're staying more than a day or two, off-site parking nearly always wins on price. A 7-day trip at a CTA garage costs up to $420. At Fox Parking (about $9/day), the same trip costs around $64. That's a savings of about $355 for the same week.

Compare LAX parking rates from about $9/day with a shuttle across off-site lots: search and book on Triply before your trip.

What Are the Official LAX Parking Lots and Their Rates?

LAWA operates several official parking options at LAX, each with different locations, rates, and convenience levels. The CTA garages (P1 through P7) sit directly attached to each terminal. Economy and Budget parking sit farther away and cost less.

Each CTA structure (P1 through P7) serves a specific terminal. P1 serves Terminal 1 (Southwest, JetBlue). P3 serves Terminal 3 (Delta hub, Aeromexico). P4 serves Terminal 4 (American Airlines hub). P7 serves Terminals 7 and 8 (United Airlines hub). For more detail on matching your lot to your airline, see our guide on LAX airport parking connection options by terminal.

The Economy Parking lot sits southeast of the CTA. A free shuttle runs every 10–15 minutes to all terminals. It's the best on-airport choice for trips longer than two days. The Budget Parking lot is drive-up only — no reservations accepted. Arrive early if you plan to use it.

Is Off-Airport Parking Near LAX Cheaper Than Parking On-Site?

Yes, for most lots. Off-site lots you can book on Triply charge about $8 to $23/day, compared to $35 to $75/day for Economy and the terminal garages. The two Century Blvd hotel lots are the exception: Sheraton Gateway (about $19/day) costs about the same as Budget Parking ($20/day) and Sonesta (about $23/day) costs more, so compare before you book. Most off-site lots run a shuttle to the airport; 9750 Airport Blvd has none, so you arrange your own ride.

Here are the 8 off-site LAX parking lots you can book on Triply, with current rates:

• 9750 Airport Blvd (the former Four Points by Sheraton): about $8/day, 1.4 miles from LAX, valet, 24/7 front desk, 2-day minimum, no shuttle (arrange your own ride)
• Fox Parking: about $9/day, 2.1 miles from LAX, valet, security, covered/garage listed, shuttle 24/7 every 15 to 20 minutes, 3-day minimum, rate is for passenger cars (SUVs, trucks and minivans pay extra at the lot)
• South Bay Airport Parking - 105: about $10/day, 1921 East Walnut Ave, El Segundo, 1.2 miles from LAX, garage (6 ft 10 in clearance), free EV charging in 6 valet-only spaces, shuttle 24/7 every 20 to 30 minutes
• 405 Airport Parking: about $10/day, 2.2 miles from LAX, gated, covered/garage listed, shuttle 24/7 on demand
• Simply Park: about $10/day, 2.2 miles from LAX, seven levels of covered parking (6 ft 8 in clearance), security, complimentary shuttle every 30 minutes, 24/7
• Travelodge by Wyndham LAX South: about $12/day, 1.2 miles from LAX, book at least 24 hours ahead, shuttle every 30 minutes from 5:00 AM to 12:30 AM, none from 12:30 to 5:00 AM
• Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel: about $19/day, 1 mile from LAX, valet parking, shuttle about every 25 to 30 minutes, 24/7
• Sonesta Los Angeles Airport: about $23/day, 1.1 miles from LAX, valet, security, shuttle about every 25 to 30 minutes, 24/7

405 Airport Parking stands out for travelers who want minimal waiting, with a shuttle that runs 24/7 on demand. For the lowest price with a shuttle, Fox Parking (about $9/day) is hard to beat, with a shuttle every 15 to 20 minutes, so plan your pickup timing. The 9750 Airport Blvd lot is a little cheaper at about $8/day but has no shuttle.

For a deep look at how off-site lots stack up, check our full breakdown of the best long-term LAX parking options for trips over 3 days.

How Can You Save Money on LAX Parking?

The single biggest way to save is to book off-site and reserve in advance. Beyond that, a few practical strategies cut costs even further.

1. Book early online. Reserving ahead holds your spot at the rate you booked, with free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in.
2. Choose off-site over on-airport for most trips. Even the priciest off-site lot on Triply, Sonesta Los Angeles Airport at about $23/day, is cheaper than the CTA general rate of $60/day, though it costs more than LAX Budget Parking at $20/day.
3. Use LAX Economy Parking for shorter trips. At $35/day, it's the best on-airport value if you want LAWA-managed parking with a reliable free shuttle.
4. Avoid CTA valet if you're staying overnight. At $75/day, a 5-day trip costs $375. The same stay at Fox Parking (about $9/day) costs about $46 at the daily rate.
5. Check shuttle hours. Travelodge by Wyndham LAX South has no shuttle from 12:30 AM to 5:00 AM, and the 9750 Airport Blvd lot has none at all, so confirm before an early or late flight.
6. Use the free Cell Phone Lot if you're only picking someone up. It's located at the northwest corner of 96th Street and Vicksburg Avenue, completely free.

Before you drive, check real-time traffic on Waze. LAX sits near the I-405 and I-105 interchange, one of the busiest spots in Los Angeles. Arriving stressed and late makes every parking decision harder.

What Is the Best Long-Term Parking Option at LAX?

For trips longer than 3 days, off-site parking usually wins. The cost difference compounds quickly, and most off-site lots run a shuttle to the terminals.

For a 7-day trip, here's roughly what each major option costs at the daily rate times 7 (an actual checkout runs higher because of billed days and tax):

• Fox Parking (about $9/day): about $64 total
• 405 Airport Parking (about $10/day): about $71 total
• Simply Park (about $10/day): about $73 total
• Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel (about $19/day): about $132 total
• LAX Budget Parking: $140 total (7 × $20)
• LAX Economy Parking: $245 total (7 × $35)
• CTA General Parking: $420 total (7 × $60)

Simply Park is a strong pick for travelers who want covered parking without paying CTA prices: its indoor facility has seven levels of covered self-parking plus rooftop outdoor parking (6 ft 8 in clearance), with security and a complimentary shuttle every 30 minutes, 24/7. Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel offers valet parking about 1 mile from the airport, with a shuttle about every 25 to 30 minutes, 24/7. At about $19/day it costs about the same as the $20/day Budget lot, so it's a convenience pick, not a budget one.

If you want LAWA-managed parking, LAX Economy Parking at $35/day is the best on-airport long-term option. It connects via free shuttle to all terminals every 10–15 minutes. When the Automated People Mover (APM) opens around June 2026, Economy Parking will also connect via elevated train — making it even more convenient.

How Does the LAX Automated People Mover (APM) Affect Your Parking Choice?

The LAX Automated People Mover is a new elevated rail system, expected to open around June 2026, that will connect the Economy Parking lot, the Metro Transit Center, and the Consolidated Rent-A-Car Facility (ConRAC) to all terminals via a dedicated train. This is part of LAWA's multi-billion dollar Transforming LAX modernization program aimed at the 2026 FIFA World Cup and 2028 Olympics.

Once open, the APM changes how you should think about Economy Parking:

• No more waiting for a shuttle bus — the train runs on a fixed automated schedule
• Faster, more predictable travel time from the Economy lot to your terminal
• The Economy lot becomes even better value at $35/day with direct rail access
• Off-site lots will still use shuttle buses, not the APM — the train only serves on-airport facilities

If you're traveling after June 2026, the APM makes LAX Economy Parking a genuinely strong choice — better access than today, still far cheaper than CTA garages. For travelers flying before the APM opens, the current shuttle system is reliable but add 10–15 minutes to your terminal arrival time.

Where Is the Cheapest LAX Parking for International Flights?

Most international flights at LAX use the Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT), which serves airlines like Emirates, British Airways, Qantas, Lufthansa, Japan Airlines, Singapore Airlines, and dozens more. TBIT does not have its own dedicated CTA garage — international passengers typically use P3 (Terminal 3 side) or P4 (Terminal 4 side), both of which charge $60/day general or $70/day premium.

For international trips, which often run 1 to 2 weeks, off-site parking is the smart move. At Fox Parking (about $9/day), a 14-day international trip costs around $129 at the daily rate. The same stay in a CTA garage would cost $840. That's a saving of over $710 on one trip.

Most off-site lots run a shuttle to the airport. Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel and Sonesta Los Angeles Airport, both on Century Boulevard about a mile from LAX, run theirs 24/7; 9750 Airport Blvd has no shuttle. For full information on parking options specific to international terminals, see our guide on LAX airport parking for the Tom Bradley International Terminal.

Plan your security time carefully on international departures. Reviewing TSA PreCheck options before your trip can help cut security wait time significantly — something worth doing alongside your parking reservation.

How Do You Book LAX Parking in Advance and Is It Worth It?

Booking LAX parking in advance is almost always worth it. It holds your space at the rate you booked, and busy periods, including the 2026 FIFA World Cup that LAX is expanding for, can make spaces harder to find.

Here's how to book:

1. Search by date and airport. Use Triply's LAX parking search to compare off-site lots by price, shuttle frequency, and amenities.
2. Pick your lot. Choose based on your terminal, trip length, and whether you need covered parking or valet.
3. Pay and confirm. Every booking comes with free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in.
4. Save your confirmation. Bring it on your phone or print it. Some lots require a QR code at entry.

Every off-site lot you book on Triply comes with free cancellation and a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in. That means there's little risk in booking early: you hold your spot at the rate you booked, with the option to cancel if needed. On-airport reservations are available through LAWA's official parking reservation site for Economy and Budget lots.

The key takeaway: the off-site shuttle lots at about $9 to $12/day are cheaper than on-airport, bookable in advance, and include a shuttle. On-airport garages are more convenient for short stays or tight connections. For most travelers, off-site wins on price, sometimes by more than 80%.

Find the lowest LAX car parking price for your dates: compare off-site lots on Triply and book with free cancellation.

Compare LAX parking rates. The off-site shuttle lots Triply sells near Los Angeles International Airport at about $9 to $12/day cost roughly 80% to 85% less per day than the $60 CTA garages, with free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in.