SFO Long Term Parking: Rates, AirTrain & Saving Tips

SFO long term parking is the on-airport Long-Term Garage at San Francisco International Airport, with a daily maximum of $27 (taxes included). It connects to all terminals via the free AirTrain Blue Line, which runs 24 hours a day, as often as every 4 minutes. This guide goes deeper than the Complete SFO Airport Parking Guide on every detail long-stay travelers need: exact costs by trip length, step-by-step AirTrain access, EV charging, remote bag check, and the off-site lots Triply sells, which start at about $9/day (one has a part-time shuttle, the rest have none).

• Official Long-Term Garage rate: $27/day max, the cheapest on-airport option at SFO (checked on flysfo.com in October 2026)
• AirTrain Blue Line: free, runs 24/7 as often as every 4 minutes, with access from Level 5 of the Long-Term Garage
• Triply's SFO lots start at about $9/day (Best Western Grosvenor Hotel, with a part-time shuttle and a 5-day minimum). Hampton Inn and Courtyard San Francisco Airport are about $10/day and DoubleTree San Francisco Airport North Bayfront is about $13/day, all with no shuttle, so add a rideshare each way. Triply rates are for a 7-day stay booked ahead and change by date.
• Online reservations are available and recommended, especially during summer and holidays
• EV charging is available at SFO's Long-Term Garage (see details below)
• Remote Bag Check lets select airline passengers check luggage directly at the garage

Compare SFO long term parking rates: Triply's off-site lots start at about $9/day.

What Are the Long-Term Parking Options at SFO?

SFO's official Long-Term Garage is the primary choice for multi-day parking on the airport campus. It sits separate from the terminal garages and offers a meaningful discount vs. the Domestic Garage ($41/day) and International Garages ($37/day). For stays of a week or more, that gap adds up fast. For a full breakdown of every facility, rates, and location, see our SFO Long Term Parking Options guide.

Beyond the on-airport option, Triply sells five off-site lots near SFO, ranging from about $9/day at Best Western Grosvenor Hotel to about $24/day at Home2 Suites by Hilton. They are listed 2.1 to 3.6 miles from the airport. Only Best Western Grosvenor has a shuttle, and it runs only during morning and evening hours. Hampton Inn, Courtyard San Francisco Airport, DoubleTree San Francisco Airport North Bayfront and Home2 Suites are hotel lots with no shuttle, so you pay for a rideshare each way. Before that rideshare, the daily rate at Best Western, Hampton Inn, Courtyard and DoubleTree is about 53% to 65% below the Long-Term Garage's $27, while Home2 Suites is only about 11% below.

Here is a snapshot of the Triply lots and the main on-airport options, ranked by daily rate:

SFO Long-Term Parking Garage: What to Know

The SFO Long-Term Garage is the most affordable on-airport option, with a daily maximum of $27. The rate accrues at $4 per 30 minutes, so you hit the daily cap well before the end of each 24-hour period. The Long-Term Parking facility (794 South Airport Blvd) has two garages plus a surface lot, and its rates are published in the official SFO parking rate documentation. For level-by-level detail on the primary structure, see our SFO Long-Term Parking Garage guide, and for specific sections of the facility, we also cover Garage 1 and Garage 2 in dedicated guides.

The garage is a multi-level structure, and your connection to the terminals runs from Level 5, where you access the AirTrain Blue Line platform. The AirTrain station on Level 5 is well-marked with signage throughout the garage. Budget 5 minutes to walk from your space to the Level 5 platform, depending on which floor you park on. For a visual overview of the facility layout, our SFO Long Term Parking Garage Map and full parking map guide show exact locations, entrances, and AirTrain access points.

Overhead clearance differs by garage: Garage 1 has a maximum height of 6 ft 10 in and Garage 2 allows 8 ft 2 in, with taller vehicles directed to the surface lot. If you drive a tall SUV, pickup truck with a topper, or cargo van, check current height restrictions on the SFO parking page before you arrive, since overheight vehicles may need to use alternative surface or off-site options.

How Much Does SFO Long Term Parking Cost?

The official SFO Long-Term Garage charges a maximum of $27 per day (taxes included, checked on flysfo.com in October 2026). That is the lowest daily cap of any on-airport garage at SFO. For a full breakdown of fees, grace periods, and how daily charges accrue, see our SFO Long Term Parking Grace Period & Rates guide and the San Francisco Airport Long Term Parking Fee guide. Here is what you will actually pay for common trip lengths:

The savings can be large on paper, but four of the five lots have no shuttle, so a rideshare each way comes on top. A 30-day stay at Best Western Grosvenor works out to about $282 vs. $810 at the on-airport Long-Term Garage, a difference of about $528, and a one-week stay (about $66 vs. $189) saves about $123, though its shuttle only runs in the morning and evening. At DoubleTree, the same week is about $89 with no shuttle. Home2 Suites is the exception: about $168 for a week is only about $21 less than the Long-Term Garage, and you would still pay for rides. These totals are the daily rate multiplied out, so your checkout total will be a little higher (Courtyard and DoubleTree, for example, add tax). If you're looking for economy-tier pricing across the board, our San Francisco Airport Economy Parking guide covers the most affordable options available.

AirTrain and Shuttle Connections from Long-Term Parking

The AirTrain Blue Line is your connection from the SFO Long-Term Garage to every terminal. It is free, runs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and arrives as often as every 4 minutes. Access the platform from Level 5 of the garage. For a complete breakdown of how the AirTrain system works from long-term parking, see our SFO Long Term Parking AirTrain guide. If you are considering shuttle-based off-site parking, our SFO Long Term Parking Shuttle guide has more background. On Triply, only Best Western Grosvenor Hotel has a shuttle, and it runs only part of the day.

The Blue Line loops through all terminals in sequence. Budget the following realistic time estimates from Level 5 of the Long-Term Garage to your terminal:

• Harvey Milk Terminal 1 (Southwest, JetBlue, American, Alaska select): approximately 10–12 minutes on AirTrain — see our SFO Long-Term Parking to Terminal 1 guide for the full walkthrough
• Terminal 2 (Alaska, Air Canada, Breeze, Sun Country): approximately 12–15 minutes
• Terminal 3 (United domestic — Boarding Areas E & F): approximately 14–17 minutes — details in our SFO Long Term Parking to Terminal 3 guide
• International Terminal (Boarding Areas A & G — United international, Air France, British Airways, Emirates, Lufthansa, Singapore Airlines, and many more): approximately 16–20 minutes — covered in our SFO Long Term Parking International Terminal guide

Add 5 minutes to walk from your parking space to the Level 5 platform, plus 5–10 minutes to walk from your arrival station to your gate. Total transit time from car to gate is realistically 20–35 minutes. Factor this into your departure time, especially if you are flying internationally. Check the official SFO getting to/from page for any AirTrain service updates.

For off-site lots, the process depends on the lot. Best Western Grosvenor Hotel has a complimentary shuttle every 45 minutes from 5:00 to 10:15 AM and 5:00 to 10:25 PM only. Outside those hours you can still park, but you need your own Uber or Lyft, and for an airport pickup you call 650-873-3200. Arrive at the lot before your airline's 2-hour window. Hampton Inn, Courtyard San Francisco Airport, DoubleTree San Francisco Airport North Bayfront and Home2 Suites have no shuttle at all: you park and take a taxi, Uber or Lyft each way at your own cost. At the DoubleTree, visit the front desk first for a validation code, then scan the QR code to register your car. For more on shuttle-based parking near SFO, see our SFO Long Term Parking with Shuttle guide.

How Do I Reach Each Terminal from SFO Long-Term Parking?

All terminals at San Francisco International Airport are reachable via the AirTrain Blue Line from the Long-Term Garage without any extra cost. For a full step-by-step guide covering every terminal route, see our SFO Long Term Parking to Terminal guide. Here is the step-by-step process from the moment you enter the garage.

1. Enter the Long-Term Garage from the airport road network off US-101 (Bayshore Freeway) or South Airport Boulevard. For turn-by-turn directions from every major approach route, see our SFO Long Term Parking Directions guide.
2. Find an open space on any level. Note your level and aisle marker.
3. Walk to the elevator or stairwell and go to Level 5.
4. Follow the clearly marked signs to the AirTrain Blue Line platform.
5. Board the next train; they arrive as often as every 4 minutes. No ticket needed.
6. Ride to your terminal stop: T1, T2, T3, or International Terminal.
7. Follow terminal signage to your airline's check-in counters and then to security.

If you are flying on United Airlines internationally or airlines like Cathay Pacific, Japan Airlines, or Qantas, you will ride to the International Terminal (Boarding Area A or G). For domestic United flights, exit at Terminal 3. Allow extra time at the International Terminal — customs and immigration require it on return, and departure security lines can be longer. Enrolling in TSA PreCheck is worth it if you fly SFO regularly. It cuts security wait times significantly and is one of the easiest ways to reduce stress on travel day.

How to Book and Reserve SFO Long-Term Parking

SFO's official Long-Term Garage does not require advance reservations: you can drive in and pay on exit, and SFO also takes online reservations at flysfo.com, with its own terms. Triply does not sell on-airport parking; it sells the off-site lots covered above. During peak travel periods, booking ahead is wise either way. For a complete walkthrough of the reservation process, including step-by-step instructions and timing tips, see our SFO Long Term Parking Reservation guide and our dedicated SFO Long Term Parking Booking guide.

For off-site lots, online booking is strongly recommended. Bookings on Triply come with free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in, so there is little risk in reserving early. Best Western Grosvenor Hotel requires a minimum booking of 5 days.

To book SFO parking online:

1. Go to Triply's SFO parking search and enter your dates.
2. Compare available lots by price, distance, and amenities.
3. Select your preferred option and complete the booking in minutes.
4. Save your confirmation. At the DoubleTree, you show it at the front desk to get a validation code before you park.

You can also check rates on SpotHero or Way.com to cross-reference pricing. That said, comparing in one search saves time: Triply shows its five SFO lots side by side so you can weigh price, distance and shuttle. On-airport parking is booked with SFO at flysfo.com, not on Triply. To compare and book off-site lots entirely online, our SFO Long Term Parking Online guide walks through the process.

SFO Long Term Parking Promo Codes and Discounts

Promo codes for SFO long term parking are not something to count on, and codes published on random coupon sites are often expired. Here is what actually helps:

• Book ahead: Booking ahead holds your space for your dates, and Triply bookings come with free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in.
• Compare for your dates: Run a search for your exact trip dates to see which lots are available.
• Choose the lot, not the code: Triply's SFO lots run from about $9/day (Best Western Grosvenor, part-time shuttle, 5-day minimum) to about $24/day (Home2 Suites, no shuttle), versus $27/day at the Long-Term Garage.
• Count the ride: Hampton Inn, Courtyard, DoubleTree and Home2 Suites have no shuttle, so factor in a rideshare each way.
• Do not expect gate discounts: The on-airport Long-Term Garage tops out at $27/day with taxes included, so lot choice is your best lever for savings.

The biggest "discount" at SFO is simply choosing an off-site lot. Booking Best Western Grosvenor Hotel at about $9/day instead of the Long-Term Garage at $27/day is about 65% less per day, no promo code required, as long as its part-time shuttle and 5-day minimum fit your trip. Hampton Inn and Courtyard at about $10/day have no shuttle, so add a rideshare each way. Always compare before you book using Triply's SFO parking search. For more on the on-airport option, our SFO Long-Term Parking from $27/day guide covers the Long-Term Garage with free AirTrain access.

EV Charging and Amenities at SFO Long-Term Parking

Electric vehicle charging is available at the SFO Long-Term Garage. The San Francisco Airport Commission has expanded EV infrastructure across its parking facilities as part of its sustainability initiatives. For a detailed breakdown of charger locations, connector types, and availability at the Long-Term Garage, see our SFO Long Term Parking EV Charging guide. You can also find current charger locations on the official SFO EV charging page. For broader mapping, PlugShare also shows real-time charger status near the airport.

If you drive an EV and want off-site parking, confirm charging with the lot before booking: none of the five SFO lots Triply sells lists EV charging. The on-airport Long-Term Garage is the option here with EV charging.

Beyond EV charging, the Long-Term Garage also offers a standout amenity: Remote Bag Check. This service lets eligible passengers check their luggage at the parking garage before taking the AirTrain, so you ride to the terminal hands-free. For a full explanation of how this works, which airlines participate, and timing, see our SFO Long Term Parking Bag Check guide. It is free, on Level 5, from 4 AM to 8 PM, for domestic flights on Alaska, American, Delta, Frontier, Hawaiian, JetBlue and United (airline bag fees apply). Remote Bag Check is a genuine time-saver on busy mornings and is one of the most underrated features of SFO's Long-Term Garage.

What Do Travelers Say About SFO Long-Term Parking?

Based on aggregated traveler feedback and Reddit discussions (r/sanfrancisco, r/solotravel), long-term parkers at SFO consistently highlight a few recurring themes. For a deeper dive into what real travelers say, see our SFO Long Term Parking Reviews guide and our roundup of SFO Long Term Parking Reddit discussions.

"The AirTrain is the big advantage. You park, grab the train from Level 5, and you're at the terminal in under 15 minutes. Way less stressful than shuttles."

• Positive: AirTrain reliability. Travelers love that it runs as often as every 4 minutes and doesn't depend on a driver or traffic.
• Positive: Security and lighting. The Long-Term Garage is well-lit, which matters for multi-week trips.
• Positive: Remote Bag Check convenience. Those who use it say it makes the departure process noticeably smoother.
• Warning: The garage fills up fast on Fridays and during holidays. Multiple travelers report arriving to find it full during peak periods.
• Warning: 2026 construction activity around SFO is creating traffic disruptions on US-101 approaches. Check real-time traffic on Waze before driving to the airport this year.
• Tip: Pre-book if your trip starts Thursday to Sunday or falls near a federal holiday. Walk-up availability is not guaranteed.

For travelers who want on-airport parking with a direct AirTrain connection to the terminals, the Long-Term Garage earns strong marks. For those who prioritize cost above all else, Triply's off-site lots can offer good value: Best Western Grosvenor Hotel at about $9/day if its part-time shuttle and 5-day minimum fit your trip, or Hampton Inn and Courtyard San Francisco Airport at about $10/day if you are happy to take a rideshare each way.

Off-Site Alternatives for Long Stays Near SFO

Triply's off-site lots near SFO can lower your daily rate on longer trips, but only one has a shuttle, and it runs only part of the day (and needs a booking of 5 days or more). The other four are hotel lots where you take a rideshare each way. Here is how to choose:

• Lowest price: Best Western Grosvenor Hotel at about $9/day (380 S Airport Blvd, South San Francisco, listed 2.1 miles away). The complimentary shuttle runs every 45 minutes, 5:00 to 10:15 AM and 5:00 to 10:25 PM only, and bookings need at least 5 days.
• Hampton Inn at about $10/day (300 Gateway Blvd, South San Francisco, 2.7 miles): no shuttle, so budget for a taxi, Uber or Lyft each way.
• Courtyard San Francisco Airport at about $10/day (1050 Bayhill Dr, San Bruno, 2.3 miles, about a 5-minute drive): no shuttle, so budget for a rideshare each way.
• DoubleTree San Francisco Airport North Bayfront at about $13/day (5000 Sierra Point Pkwy, Brisbane, 3.6 miles): no shuttle, with security patrolling. Check in at the front desk for a validation code before you park.
• Home2 Suites by Hilton at about $24/day (550 Gateway Blvd, South San Francisco, 2.7 miles): no shuttle, and only about 11% below the Long-Term Garage's $27, so it is hard to justify as a money saver.

Every Triply booking comes with free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before check-in, so you can book ahead with confidence. For a deeper look at all parking options across the airport, including short-term and terminal-specific garages, the Complete SFO Airport Parking Guide has full coverage.

SFO sits 12 miles south of downtown San Francisco, roughly 25 to 45 minutes by car via US-101 depending on traffic. If you need the garage address or step-by-step arrival instructions, our SFO Long Term Parking Address guide has every detail you need to navigate directly to the facility. The lots Triply sells are in South San Francisco, San Bruno and Brisbane. Per Bureau of Transportation Statistics data, SFO handles tens of millions of passengers annually, making parking demand consistently high. Book early for any stay that starts on a Friday or during major holidays.

Find your best SFO long term parking rate: compare Triply's SFO lots from about $9/day and reserve your spot before it fills up.

Compare SFO parking rates. Best Western Grosvenor Hotel, Triply's lowest-priced SFO lot at about $9/day, costs about 77% less per day than the $41 Domestic Garage (its shuttle runs part of the day and bookings need 5 days or more).