Phoenix Airport Off Site Parking: Best Lots & Rates 2026

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Phoenix airport off site parking is an alternative to the City of Phoenix Aviation Department's on-airport garages: private lots and hotel lots near Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport that run about $4 to $15/day on Triply, compared with $16 to $33/day at the airport's East Economy and terminal garages. Triply sells seven lots near PHX, from a no-shuttle hotel lot in Tempe to lots with free 24/7 shuttles. The best option depends on your shuttle needs, your budget and whether you want garage or covered spaces for Arizona's heat. Rates in this guide are for a 7-day stay booked ahead and change by date. The shuttle lots from about $9/day (DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Phoenix and Holiday Inn & Suites Phoenix Airport North) run about 71% to 72% less per day than the $33 terminal garages.

• Price range: Off-site lots on Triply run about $4 to $15/day vs. $16 to $33/day at the on-airport East Economy and terminal garages.
• Seven lots near PHX are bookable through Triply, from hotel lots to dedicated airport parking facilities.
• Not all off-site lots have shuttles. La Quinta Inn & Suites Tempe University (about $4/day, in Tempe) and Howard Johnson (about $5/day) have no shuttle, so you arrange your own ride both ways.
• Garage and covered options exist off-site, which matters in Phoenix summers (June to September) when uncovered lots get extremely hot. Crowne Plaza has a garage (rooftop possible at busy times), and PreFlight and Sky Harbor Airport Parking sell both covered and uncovered spaces.
• Book in advance to hold your space. Sky Harbor Airport Parking needs at least 48 hours' notice.
• 24/7 shuttles are available at Crowne Plaza, PreFlight Airport Parking and Sky Harbor Airport Parking (a private lot on S 40th St).

Compare PHX off-site parking lots from about $4/day (no shuttle) or about $9/day with a shuttle on Triply, and book your spot in minutes.

What Is Off-Site Parking at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport and How Does It Work?

Off-site parking at PHX means parking at a private lot or hotel near the airport instead of an official City of Phoenix garage. Most of the lots Triply sells then shuttle you to the terminals; La Quinta and Howard Johnson have no shuttle, so you arrange your own ride. You drive to the lot, check in, leave your car, and board the shuttle to Terminal 3 (John McCain Terminal) or Terminal 4 (Barry M. Goldwater Terminal).

Lots Triply sells are listed 0.8 to 2.3 miles from the airport, with La Quinta in Tempe farther out at 3.9 miles (about a 10-minute drive). After your flight, several shuttle lots ask you to call once you have your bags, and others have a set pickup spot; the details for each lot are below. Plan accordingly and arrive at least 2 hours before domestic flights, and allow extra time for the shuttle. If you have TSA PreCheck, the extra shuttle time matters less since you'll clear security faster.

Off-site lots in Phoenix fall into three categories: hotel lots (Triply sells parking only at these, not rooms), dedicated airport parking facilities like PreFlight or Sky Harbor Airport Parking, and budget lots with no shuttle where you arrange your own transportation. Each has different trade-offs on price, shuttle hours and garage or covered spaces.

How Much Does Phoenix Airport Off Site Parking Cost Compared to On-Site Options?

Off-site lots cost about $4 to $15/day on Triply. On-airport East Economy and terminal garages run $16 to $33/day, plus a seasonal $10/day Park & Walk lot, per the official PHX parking rates page. Those on-airport lots are booked at skyharbor.com, not through Triply. The savings are biggest against the terminal garages.

For a 7-day trip, parking at La Quinta Tempe costs about $29 total vs. $133 at East Economy Garage or $231 at a Terminal Garage, but only if you arrange your own ride both ways. A shuttle hotel lot like Crowne Plaza (about $11/day) brings the week to about $76, which is about 43% less than East Economy Garage and about 67% less than the Terminal Garages. The three shuttle hotels (DoubleTree, Holiday Inn and Crowne Plaza) also come in about $33 to $35 under a week in East Economy uncovered ($112) on real checkout totals. PreFlight and Sky Harbor Airport Parking are different: their 7-night checkouts (about $117 and $121) cost slightly more than that East Economy week, so their edge is against the $33 terminal garages, about 57% and 56% less per day. For more context on on-airport economy options, see our breakdown of Phoenix airport parking economy lots.

What Are the Best Off-Site Parking Lots Near Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

The best lot depends on what you need. Here's how the seven lots Triply sells break down by traveler type, based on current rates and listing details.

Best Budget Pick (No Shuttle Needed)

• La Quinta Inn & Suites Tempe University: about $4/day. It is in Tempe (1375 E University Dr), listed 3.9 miles and about a 10-minute drive from the airport. No shuttle, so you arrange your own ride both ways. Availability was limited on every date checked, so it can sell out. ADA parking and a 24-hour front desk. Best for travelers who have a cheap way to the terminal.
• Howard Johnson: about $5/day. At 4120 E Van Buren St, listed 1.3 miles from the airport. Shuttle service has been suspended, so you arrange your own ride. Park at the back of the hotel and leave your printed reservation visible on the dashboard, or the car may be towed. Full-size vans, pickups and large SUVs park at no extra charge. Free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in.

Best Hotel Shuttle Lots (Mid-Range)

• DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Phoenix: about $9/day. At 320 N 44th St, listed 1.5 miles away. The shuttle runs 4 AM to 11 PM every 30 minutes, with on-demand pickups at (602) 225-0500, and there is no shuttle from 11 PM to 4 AM. Show your reservation at the front desk for a validation code and register your car by QR code.
• Holiday Inn & Suites Phoenix Airport North: about $9/day. At 1515 N 44th St, listed 2.3 miles away. Free shuttle from 4 AM to midnight every 30 minutes, with on-demand returns until midnight (call (602) 244-8800 and allow up to 30 minutes). Well-lit, accessible parking.
• Crowne Plaza Phoenix Airport: about $11/day. Five-floor garage with an open rooftop, so covered space is not guaranteed at busy times. Free 24/7 shuttle every 30 minutes, the only hotel lot with around-the-clock service. Scan the booking QR code at entry (do not pull a ticket), 7 ft maximum height, 2-day minimum.

Best 24/7 Shuttle Lots With Garage or Covered Spaces

• Crowne Plaza Phoenix Airport: about $11/day. Garage parking (rooftop possible at busy times), free 24/7 shuttle every 30 minutes from the ground-floor shuttle area, listed 1.4 miles from the airport.
• PreFlight Airport Parking: about $14/day. Covered garage and uncovered rooftop spaces on site; the listing does not say which the rate buys. Gated, well-lit and staffed 24/7, with a free 24/7 shuttle (every 15 minutes or better). Listed 1.4 miles and about 5 minutes from the airport.
• Sky Harbor Airport Parking (a private lot at 402 S 40th St, not the airport's own parking): about $15/day. The closest lot Triply sells, listed 0.8 miles away. Covered and uncovered spaces; the listing does not say which the rate buys. Its shuttle runs 24/7 every 7 to 10 minutes, and a driver meets you at your car. It has a 3-day minimum, must be booked at least 48 hours ahead, and part of the price is paid at the lot.

Best for Oversized Vehicles

• Howard Johnson lists no extra charge for full-size vans, pickup trucks and large SUVs. Park at the back of the hotel and keep your printed reservation on the dashboard. It has no shuttle.

How Far Are Off-Site PHX Parking Lots from the Terminals — and How Long Is the Shuttle Ride?

The lots Triply sells are listed 0.8 to 2.3 miles from the airport, except La Quinta in Tempe at 3.9 miles (about a 10-minute drive). PreFlight lists a 3 to 5 minute shuttle ride. Allow extra time for the shuttle wait and ride, then the walk to your check-in desk, and confirm each lot's shuttle hours before an early or late flight.

• Sky Harbor Airport Parking (private lot, S 40th St): 0.8 miles, about a 5-minute drive from Terminal 4. Shuttle 24/7 every 7 to 10 minutes. A driver meets you at your car within about 5 minutes of arrival.
• PreFlight Airport Parking: 1.4 miles, about 5 minutes from the airport. Shuttle 24/7 (every 15 minutes or better), 3 to 5 minute ride. Pickups at Terminal 3 North Side Door 5 and Terminal 4 North Side Door 7.
• Crowne Plaza Phoenix Airport: 1.4 miles. Free 24/7 shuttle every 30 minutes from the ground-floor shuttle area.
• Howard Johnson: 1.3 miles. No shuttle, so arrange your own ride.
• DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Phoenix: 1.5 miles, about an 8-minute drive. Shuttle every 30 minutes from 4 AM to 11 PM.
• Holiday Inn & Suites Phoenix Airport North: 2.3 miles. Free shuttle every 30 minutes from 4 AM to midnight.
• La Quinta Inn & Suites Tempe University: 3.9 miles in Tempe, about a 10-minute drive. No shuttle, so arrange your own ride.

For context: PHX is only 3 miles east of downtown Phoenix. Most of the lots Triply sells cluster within a short radius of the airport, with La Quinta in Tempe the exception. Before your drive, check real-time traffic on Waze. The I-10, SR-143, and Sky Harbor Boulevard corridor can back up during peak morning hours.

Is Off-Site Airport Parking at PHX Safe and Secure?

Security varies by lot. Most dedicated airport parking facilities offer strong security features. Hotel lots vary more. Here's what each tier typically provides, based on our analysis of verified lot listings.

• Gated, well-lit, staffed 24/7: PreFlight Airport Parking
• Security and 24/7 front desk: Sky Harbor Airport Parking (private lot, S 40th St), Crowne Plaza Phoenix Airport (five-floor garage)
• Well-lit, accessible parking: Holiday Inn & Suites Phoenix Airport North
• Basic (24/7 front desk only): DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Phoenix, La Quinta Inn & Suites Tempe University, Howard Johnson

For longer trips, choose a gated, staffed lot. PreFlight is gated, well-lit and staffed 24/7, and Sky Harbor Airport Parking lists security and a 24/7 front desk, both good for peace of mind on extended stays. If security is your top priority alongside cost, see our article on Phoenix airport parking long term for a full breakdown of what to look for on multi-week trips.

Can You Book Hotel Parking Near Phoenix Airport Without a Room?

Yes. Three hotel shuttle lots near Phoenix Sky Harbor (Crowne Plaza, DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Phoenix and Holiday Inn & Suites Phoenix Airport North) sell parking through Triply: you book the space, not a room, so there is no hotel stay or package involved. Holiday Inn & Suites Phoenix Airport North says no room stay is required. These lots suit travelers with early-morning flights or long trips who want a front desk on site and a shuttle to the terminal.

The hotel shuttle lots Triply sells near PHX, with current rates, are:

• Crowne Plaza Phoenix Airport: about $11/day parking. Free 24/7 shuttle, with a restaurant and 24/7 front desk on site. Best if your flight times fall outside the other hotel lots' shuttle hours.
• DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Phoenix: about $9/day parking. Shuttle runs 4 AM to 11 PM every 30 minutes, with on-demand pickups at (602) 225-0500. Restaurant and 24/7 front desk.
• Holiday Inn & Suites Phoenix Airport North: about $9/day parking. Free shuttle 4 AM to midnight. Well-lit lot, wheelchair access.

One important note: hotel shuttles have set operating hours. Of these three hotel shuttle lots, only Crowne Plaza lists a 24/7 shuttle. DoubleTree has no shuttle from 11 PM to 4 AM, and Holiday Inn has none from midnight to 4 AM. For very early departures or late arrivals, confirm shuttle hours with the hotel directly before booking.

How Do You Reserve Off-Site Parking at Phoenix Sky Harbor in Advance?

Booking in advance holds your space at the rate you booked. Here's the step-by-step process for first-time off-site parkers at PHX.

1. Search by date. Go to Triply's PHX parking search and enter your departure and return dates. Live rates show the seven lots side by side.
2. Compare what matters most. Need a 24/7 shuttle? Crowne Plaza, PreFlight and Sky Harbor Airport Parking list one. Flying in summer? Check which lots offer garage or covered spaces. Have an oversized truck? Howard Johnson lists no extra charge for vans, pickups and large SUVs.
3. Book and get your confirmation. You'll receive a confirmation with the lot address and check-in instructions.
4. Arrive at the lot with extra time. Plan to arrive at the off-site lot at least 30 minutes before you'd normally arrive at the airport. This covers the shuttle wait and ride time.
5. Check in at the lot. Crowne Plaza uses a QR code at the garage entrance. DoubleTree and Holiday Inn have you show your reservation at the front desk for a validation code. At Howard Johnson you park at the back with your printed reservation on the dashboard, and at Sky Harbor Airport Parking a driver meets you at your car.
6. Get back to the lot on return. DoubleTree, Holiday Inn and Crowne Plaza ask you to call for pickup after you collect your bags (allow up to 30 minutes at Holiday Inn). PreFlight picks up at Terminal 3 North Side Door 5 or Terminal 4 North Side Door 7. La Quinta and Howard Johnson have no shuttle, so you arrange your own ride.

Bookings on Triply come with free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in, so you're not stuck with a non-refundable booking if your plans change.

Tips for Saving Money on Phoenix Airport Off-Site Parking

Phoenix airport off site parking is already cheaper than the on-airport garages. These tips push the savings even further.

• Book early, especially for peak travel dates. Spring training season (February to March), spring break, and holiday weekends see higher demand at PHX. Book weeks out. Sky Harbor Airport Parking requires at least 48 hours' notice.
• Skip the shuttle if you're comfortable with rideshare. La Quinta (about $4/day, 3.9 miles away in Tempe) and Howard Johnson (about $5/day, 1.3 miles away) have no shuttle. Budget for two rides, one each way, because their savings shrink by whatever you pay for them.
• Choose uncovered only in cooler months. October through May is fine for uncovered parking at PHX. June through September, Arizona heat can damage your car's interior. For summer trips, consider the Crowne Plaza garage (rooftop possible at busy times) or PreFlight and Sky Harbor Airport Parking, which sell both covered and uncovered spaces. The listings don't say which the rate buys, so check with the lot.
• Match the lot to your flight times. Shuttle hours differ: DoubleTree runs 4 AM to 11 PM, Holiday Inn 4 AM to midnight, and Crowne Plaza, PreFlight and Sky Harbor Airport Parking run 24/7. Check hours before an early or late flight.
• Check for promo codes before booking. Our article on Phoenix airport parking coupons covers real discount strategies.
• Compare weekly totals, not just daily. A lot at about $9/day (DoubleTree or Holiday Inn) costs about $65 to $66 for 7 days. Terminal Garages at $33/day cost $231 for the same trip, and the gap grows with every extra day.

PHX is in the middle of a major expansion. The $326M Terminal 3 North 2 Concourse (6 new gates, new lounge) is under construction through 2027. Terminal 3 remains fully operational, and no off-site parking closures are expected. The planned Terminal 3–4 pedestrian bridge will make transferring between terminals easier when it opens in 2027 — useful for travelers who park at Terminal 3 lots but fly from Terminal 4.

Ready to find the right spot? Search PHX off-site parking on Triply and compare all seven lots from about $4/day (no shuttle) or about $9/day with a shuttle. Book with free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in.