LAX Long Term Parking Fees: Every Rate Explained

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LAX long term parking fees are the daily or weekly rates charged at Los Angeles International Airport's official lots and nearby off-airport facilities for stays longer than a few hours. As of 2026, on-airport options range from $20/day at Budget Parking up to $75/day for valet in the terminal garages. Off-airport lots Triply sells near LAX start at about $9/day with a shuttle (Fox Parking), and most shuttle lots run about $9 to $12/day. Off-airport rates in this guide are for a 7-day stay booked ahead and change by date. Most travelers flying for 3 or more days save significantly by booking an off-airport lot in advance.

• Budget Parking: The cheapest official LAX option at $20/day, best for long trips on a tight budget.
• Economy Parking: $35/day on-airport with a free shuttle running every 10-15 minutes to all terminals.
• CTA Terminal Garages (P1-P7): $60/day general, $70/day premium, too expensive for multi-day stays.
• Off-airport lots on Triply: Most shuttle lots run about $9 to $12/day, best overall value for most travelers. The two Century Blvd hotels, Sheraton Gateway (about $19/day) and Sonesta (about $23/day), cost about the same as or more than Budget Parking.
• Book in advance: Booking ahead guarantees your space, especially during peak travel periods, and Triply bookings come with free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in.
• APM opening ~June 2026: LAX's new Automated People Mover will connect Economy Parking directly to terminals via elevated train.

How Much Does LAX Long Term Parking Cost in 2026?

LAX offers several official long term parking tiers, each with a different daily rate cap. The cheapest on-airport option for extended stays is LAX Budget Parking at $20/day (verified April 2026, per LAX's official parking page). Next up is Economy Parking at $35/day — the most popular choice for trips of 3-10 days. The CTA Terminal Garages (P1-P7) cap at $60/day for general parking, $70/day for premium, and $75/day for valet. Those rates make sense for a quick overnight, but they add up fast on a week-long trip.

For a 7-day trip, here's what you'd pay at each official LAX lot:

• Budget Parking: ~$140 total
• Economy Parking: ~$245 total
• CTA General Parking (P1-P7): ~$420 total
• CTA Premium Parking: ~$490 total
• CTA Valet Parking: ~$525 total

Off-airport lots bring those numbers down dramatically. Fox Parking at about $9/day works out to roughly $64 for a full week, about 74% less per day than Economy Parking and about 85% less than the terminal garages. Most LAX lots on Triply add the 10% Los Angeles parking tax at checkout. We compared rates across the eight lots Triply sells near LAX to build the full table below.

Compare LAX long term parking rates from about $9/day with a shuttle: search lots on Triply and lock in your price before you fly.

Where Is the Long Term Parking Lot at LAX and How Do You Get There?

LAX Economy Parking sits southeast of the Central Terminal Area (CTA), accessible from Century Boulevard and Sepulveda Boulevard. LAX Budget Parking is a remote surface lot also south of the airport footprint. Both lots are signed from the I-105 (Century Freeway) and I-405 (San Diego Freeway) on-ramps — the two main highways feeding the airport.

Getting there by car is straightforward. Take I-105 west to the airport exits or I-405 south to the Century Boulevard off-ramp. From downtown Los Angeles — about 16 miles northeast of LAX — budget 30-60 minutes depending on traffic. Before you leave, check real-time traffic on Waze — the I-405 corridor near Inglewood is one of the most congested stretches in the country, especially during weekday rush hours.

Triply's off-airport lots sit between 1 and 2.2 miles from the terminals, based on listed distances. Sheraton Gateway (1 mi) and Sonesta (1.1 mi) are on Century Boulevard. South Bay Airport Parking - 105 and Travelodge (both 1.2 mi) are in El Segundo, and the 9750 Airport Blvd lot is 1.4 mi out. Fox Parking is on Glasgow Place (2.1 mi), and 405 Airport Parking and Simply Park are neighbors on La Cienega Boulevard in Inglewood (2.2 mi).

How Does the LAX Long Term Parking Shuttle Work?

The LAX Economy Parking shuttle runs every 10-15 minutes, 24 hours a day, and serves all terminals in the CTA. You catch it from the designated shuttle stop inside the lot. The ride itself takes a few minutes once the bus arrives. On arrival back at LAX, look for the LAX Shuttle & Airline Connections sign on the lower/arrivals level of each terminal. That's where the Economy Parking bus picks up passengers.

Things are about to change significantly. LAX's Automated People Mover (APM), expected to open around June 2026, will connect Economy Parking directly to the terminals via an elevated train. This eliminates the shuttle wait entirely for Economy Parking users and will make the on-airport lot more attractive for long-term stays. You can track the APM project's progress on the Transforming LAX project page.

Most off-airport lots run their own shuttle services independently, and the 9750 Airport Blvd lot has none. Frequency varies by provider:

• Fox Parking: 24/7, every 15-20 minutes
• South Bay Airport Parking - 105: 24/7, every 20 to 30 minutes; pickup on the upper level under the red "Private Parking and Hotels" sign
• 405 Airport Parking: 24/7 on demand; call 310-216-9235 after you collect your luggage
• Simply Park: complimentary shuttle, 24/7, every 30 minutes
• Travelodge by Wyndham LAX South: every 30 minutes from 5:00 AM to 12:30 AM, with no shuttle from 12:30 to 5:00 AM
• Sheraton Gateway and Sonesta: hotel shuttles 24/7, about every 25-30 minutes
• 9750 Airport Blvd lot: no shuttle, so arrange your own ride

Only Simply Park states that its shuttle is complimentary, so check each lot's listing for shuttle details before you book. Budget extra time during holidays and peak travel windows, because even a shuttle that runs every 15 to 30 minutes can leave you waiting if the bus just left.

Official LAX Parking vs. Off-Airport Parking: Which Is Cheaper?

For stays of 3 days or longer, Triply's cheapest shuttle lots cost far less than any official LAX option. The math is simple: LAX Economy Parking costs $35/day. Fox Parking costs about $9/day. Over 7 days, that's $245 vs. about $64, a saving of roughly $180. Even Travelodge at about $12/day comes to about $86 for the week. The two Century Blvd hotels are a different story: Sheraton Gateway at about $19/day is only about 6% below Budget Parking ($20/day), and Sonesta at about $23/day costs more than Budget, so choose them for valet and a hotel shuttle, not for savings.

The trade-off is shuttle time. Economy Parking's shuttle runs every 10-15 minutes. Triply's off-airport shuttles run from every 15-20 minutes (Fox Parking) to every 30 minutes (Simply Park), 405 Airport Parking runs on demand, and the 9750 Airport Blvd lot has no shuttle at all. If you're tight on time before a flight, Fox Parking lists the shortest scheduled interval among the lower-priced lots, and the Sheraton Gateway (1 mi) and Sonesta (1.1 mi) are the closest lots, at a higher price. For a deeper breakdown of off-airport alternatives, see our guide to LAX off-site airport parking options and shuttle details.

On-Airport vs. Off-Airport Long Term Parking at LAX

• On-Airport (Economy, $35/day): Shuttle every 10-15 min; APM train coming ~June 2026; higher cost
• On-Airport (Budget, $20/day): Remote lot; cheapest official option
• Off-Airport (from about $9/day with a shuttle, or about $8/day with no shuttle at the 9750 Airport Blvd lot): Shuttle waits range from on demand to every 30 minutes; book ahead with free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in; significantly cheaper at most lots
• Off-Airport Valet (Fox Parking about $9/day, Sheraton Gateway about $19/day, Sonesta about $23/day): Adds convenience; rates still well below LAX valet at $75/day

How Do You Reserve LAX Long Term Parking in Advance?

Booking official LAX parking in advance is done through parking.flylax.com. The process is straightforward. Enter your arrival and departure dates, pick a lot (Economy or Budget), and pay online. Pre-booking locks in the current daily rate and guarantees your space — important during peak periods when lots fill up.

Here's how to book step by step:

1. Go to parking.flylax.com and select your preferred lot (Economy or Budget).
2. Enter your entry date and time plus your exit date and time.
3. Review the total cost. The system calculates full days at the capped daily rate.
4. Create an account or check out as a guest. Provide your vehicle details.
5. Pay by credit card. You'll receive a confirmation email with a QR code or reservation number.
6. On arrival, use the QR code at the automated entry gate. On exit, validate at the booth or exit kiosk.

On Triply, you can compare rates and book LAX off-airport lots from one place. Bookings come with free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in, a key advantage if your travel plans change.

What Are the Best Tips for Saving Money on LAX Long Term Parking?

The biggest savings come from choosing the right lot and booking ahead. Triply's shuttle lots at about $9 to $12/day run about 65% to 74% less per day than Economy Parking ($35/day). Sheraton Gateway and Sonesta cost more, so they are not the budget picks. There are several other ways to cut costs further.

• Book in advance: Booking ahead guarantees your space, especially during peak demand, and off-airport rates change by date.
• Compare lots on price and shuttle: The cheapest lot is not always the best fit. The 9750 Airport Blvd lot is about $8/day but has no shuttle, and Travelodge has no shuttle from 12:30 to 5:00 AM.
• Look for discount codes: Some LAX lots post promo codes on their websites or through email lists. See our guide to LAX airport parking discount codes for current offers.
• Avoid the terminal garages for long stays: At $60/day, P1-P7 are priced for short-term use. Never park there for a multi-day trip.
• Check different dates: Off-airport rates change by date, so shifting your trip by a day can change the price.
• Choose a lot with free cancellation: Bookings on Triply come with free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in. Book early, then re-check prices closer to your trip; if you find a lower rate, you can cancel and rebook.
• Use TSA PreCheck to speed through security. Faster security means you can leave the lot later and cut your total parking hours.

Is LAX Long Term Parking Safe and What Amenities Are Available?

LAX Economy Parking is a managed, staffed lot operated by Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA). It features security patrols, surveillance cameras, and adequate lighting. Budget Parking is similarly managed by LAWA, though it's a more basic remote facility. Both are considered secure for multi-day stays.

Off-airport lots vary in their security offering. Here is what each Triply listing states:

• South Bay Airport Parking - 105: Garage that is well lit and secure, self-park on levels 3 and above or valet, 6 ft 10 in clearance, free EV charging
• Fox Parking: Valet at self-park prices, covered/garage and security listed, luggage help, open 24/7
• 405 Airport Parking: Gated, security cameras, staff always present, well lit, accessible parking
• Simply Park: Seven levels of covered self-parking plus rooftop, team on site 24/7, ADA accessible, 6 ft 8 in clearance
• Sheraton Gateway and Sonesta: Valet parking (AAA Parking runs the Sheraton Gateway valet); Sonesta lists security
• Travelodge by Wyndham LAX South: 24/7 front desk; validate your parking at the desk on arrival
• 9750 Airport Blvd lot: 24/7 front desk and a valet agent at exit; no vehicles larger than a minivan

For EV drivers, South Bay Airport Parking - 105 offers free EV charging through Blink chargers, with 6 valet-only spaces; it is the only lot Triply sells near LAX that lists EV charging. LAX's official Economy Parking also has EV charging stations, so check LAX's EV charging page for current bay locations and availability. ADA-accessible spaces are available across official LAX lots, so contact LAWA directly for specific ADA bay counts and locations.

How Does LAX Long Term Parking Compare to Rideshare for Week-Long Trips?

For trips of 5 days or more, parking almost always beats Uber or Lyft on cost. A typical Uber ride from central Los Angeles to LAX costs $35-60 each way depending on surge pricing and your exact location. That's $70-120 round-trip for one person. Park for a week at Fox Parking for roughly $64 at the daily rate (plus tax at checkout), and you've already beaten rideshare costs significantly, even before accounting for surge pricing on return trips.

The break-even point shifts if you're traveling from very close to the airport, say from Inglewood, El Segundo, or Playa del Rey, where an Uber might cost $15 each way. In that case, $30 round-trip vs. about $64 for a week of parking is closer. But for anyone coming from West Hollywood, Silver Lake, or the San Fernando Valley, parking wins by a wide margin.

Rideshare does win in a few specific scenarios:

• Trips of 1-2 days where parking fees approach or exceed the rideshare cost
• Group travel where one Uber splits between 3-4 people
• Peak surge periods on the return trip — book the rideshare ahead if possible
• Travelers without a car or those concerned about vehicle security during long absences

For most solo and couple travelers on trips of 3+ days, parking off-airport near LAX delivers the better deal. Our full breakdown of LAX long term parking options and tips walks through more scenarios to help you decide.

Lock In Your LAX Long Term Parking Rate Today

LAX long term parking fees range from about $9/day at off-airport shuttle lots to $75/day for on-airport valet, a gap of about $460 on a 7-day trip. For most travelers, the smart move is to book an off-airport lot in advance, confirm free cancellation, and leave the terminal garages for quick short-term stops. With the LAX APM train arriving around June 2026, Economy Parking will become even more convenient, but off-airport lots will still win on price.

Search LAX long term parking rates from about $9/day with a shuttle on Triply, compare the available lots and book in minutes.

Compare LAX parking rates. See the off-airport lots Triply sells near Los Angeles International Airport, with free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in. Fox Parking, for example, costs about 85% less per day than the $60/day CTA terminal garages.