SJC Parking Map and Lot Guide: All 5 Lots Explained 2026

The SJC parking map and lot guide covers five on-airport lots — numbered 1 through 5 — spread along Airport Boulevard at San José Mineta International Airport, plus three off-site options bookable from $7.79/day through Triply. On-airport rates run from $19/day (Economy Lot 1) to $41/day (Hourly Lot 3), with every lot located within walking or shuttle distance of either Terminal A or Terminal B. This guide maps every lot by address, explains which terminal each serves, and shows you exactly how to get from the entry gate to your space — something no airport sign will spell out for you. Start with the Complete SJC Airport Parking Guide if you need a broader overview first.

• Five on-airport lots line Airport Boulevard — Economy Lot 1 at 2300 Airport Blvd is the cheapest at $19/day.
• Terminal A lots: Hourly Lot 2 ($25/day) and Premium Reserved ($40/day, reservation only) — both walk directly to Terminal A.
• Terminal B lots: Hourly Lot 3 ($41/day), Daily Lot 4 ($31/day), and Hourly & Daily Lot 5 ($31/day) — all walk to Terminal B.
• Economy Lot 1 serves both terminals via free shuttle every 7-10 minutes, 24/7.
• Off-site lots via Triply (Joy Park Fly, Spring Park, Holiday Inn San Jose Airport) cost $7.79–$8.82/day — up to 59% less than Economy Lot 1.
• Construction note: Hourly Lot 2's north garage exit is closed — use the south exit (as of October 2026).

Compare SJC off-site parking from $7.79/day on Triply — lock in your rate before the lot fills up.

SJC Parking Map and Lot Guide: Every Lot by Address

All five on-airport lots sit on or just off Airport Boulevard, running roughly north to south alongside the airport property. Knowing the address of each lot before you drive prevents wrong turns once you're inside the airport road system.

Here is every parking facility at SJC with its address and the terminal it serves, based on official airport data (verified October 2026):

The three off-site lots bookable through Triply sit within 1.2 miles of the airport and all run free 24/7 on-demand shuttles. Joy Park Fly is on N 4th Street. Spring Park San Jose Airport Parking is on Technology Drive. Holiday Inn San Jose Airport is on E Gish Road (enter at 42 Gish Road, follow the 'Flight Parking' sign). All three are faster to reach from US-101 (Bayshore Freeway) or I-880 (Nimitz Freeway) than the on-airport lots, which helps on congested travel days.

The Rental Car Center sits between Lots 4 and 5, south of the Terminal B Garage. Free airport shuttle buses link the Rental Car Center, Terminal A, and Terminal B. If you're returning a rental and catching a flight from Terminal A, the shuttle is your fastest connection.

How to Navigate Airport Boulevard to Each Lot

Enter the airport from SR 87 (Guadalupe Freeway) via Airport Boulevard or use Coleman Avenue from US-101. Once on Airport Boulevard, lot numbers increase as you head north. Lots 3, 4, and 5 are the first facilities you reach heading northbound — all three serve Terminal B. Lot 2 (Terminal A Garage) is next, near the main terminal complex. Economy Lot 1 is the northernmost facility at 2300 Airport Blvd, requiring the free shuttle to reach either terminal.

Construction note: As of October 2026, Hourly Lot 2's north garage exit is closed. Use the south exit when leaving Lot 2. Allow a couple of extra minutes if you're on a tight schedule. Check flysanjose.com/parking for live availability and any new closures before you drive.

Economy Lot 1: The Shuttle Lot Explained

Economy Lot 1 is the most affordable on-airport option at $19/day, located at 2300 Airport Blvd — the northernmost lot on the airport campus. It combines a parking garage with surface spaces and uses a dedicated shuttle to reach both terminals.

The shuttle runs every 7-10 minutes, 24/7, year-round. You can track it in real time using the Transit app. Shuttle stops serve Terminal A and Terminal B, so Economy Lot 1 is the only on-airport lot with equal access to both. That makes it the right choice if your airline is in Terminal A but your travel companion is picking up in Terminal B, or if you're unsure of the terminal at booking time.

The lot offers 36 accessible spaces — 25 in the garage and 11 on the surface level, per official airport data. Like all SJC lots, accessible spaces are first-come, first-served at standard posted rates. The maximum stay in any SJC lot is 30 days. Stays beyond 30 days require advance approval from Airport Parking Services at (408) 441-5570.

At $19/day, a 7-night stay in Economy Lot 1 costs $133. Compare that to $54.53–$61.74 for a week in a Triply off-site lot (based on $7.79–$8.82/day rates). That's a saving of $71–$78 for a single week-long trip. For detailed rate comparisons and savings strategies, see our SJC parking rates guide for 2026.

Terminal A vs. Terminal B: Which Lot Should You Use?

Your airline determines your terminal, and your terminal should determine your lot. Choosing the wrong lot adds unnecessary walking time — or forces a shuttle transfer you didn't plan for.

Terminal A Airlines and Lots

Terminal A serves American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, United Airlines, and Volaris. The closest parking is Hourly Lot 2 (Terminal A Garage) at 2075 Airport Blvd, priced at $25/day. A dedicated walkway connects Lot 2 directly to Terminal A — no shuttle needed. The hourly rate for Lot 2 is $4 per 30 minutes on the first day only, after which the full $25 daily cap applies.

Premium Reserved parking also sits in Lot 2, on the second floor. It launched on July 23, 2026, and offers a dedicated VIP section less than a one-minute walk from Terminal A. The rate is $40/day, reservation only, bookable at parking.flysanjose.com. If you want a guaranteed space close to Terminal A for an early departure, this is the most convenient on-airport option available.

Terminal B Airlines and Lots

Terminal B serves Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and ZIPAIR. Three lots walk directly to Terminal B:

• Hourly Lot 3 / Terminal B Garage — 1659 Airport Blvd, $41/day ($5 per 30 min on the first day). The priciest on-airport option. Note: Lot 3 is not available for advance reservation — drive-up only.
• Daily Lot 4 — 1639 Airport Blvd, $31/day. Entrance on the east side off Airport Blvd, south of the Rental Car Center garage.
• Hourly & Daily Lot 5 — 1661 Airport Blvd, $31/day. ADA placard holders may use 1-Hour Express spaces here if accessible spaces are full.

Lots 4 and 5 offer the best value for Terminal B travelers who want to walk to the gate. At $31/day, they cost $10/day less than Lot 3 with the same terminal access. You can reserve Lots 4 and 5 online at parking.flysanjose.com. Lot 3 does not accept advance reservations.

Side-by-Side: Terminal A vs. Terminal B Parking

Planning a park-and-fly trip where cost matters more than walking distance? The off-site lots beat every on-airport option. Read the SJC park and fly guide for a full breakdown of shuttle logistics and booking tips for Joy Park Fly, Spring Park, and Holiday Inn San Jose Airport.

Cell Phone Waiting Area and EV Charging at SJC

The SJC Cell Phone Waiting Area is free and located at 2470 Airport Blvd — the most northerly address on this list, just beyond Economy Lot 1. It is free to use, but you must remain with your vehicle at all times. The time limit is 30 minutes per visit. You cannot park and walk to a terminal from here.

The Cell Phone Lot is ideal when your arriving passenger texts you from baggage claim. Pull in, wait for the "I'm outside" message, then drive the short loop to the terminal. Flight tracking on FlightAware helps you time your departure from home so you don't overshoot the 30-minute window. For full rules, see the official Cell Phone Waiting Area page.

EV charging is available in Hourly Lot 2 (Terminal A Garage) and Hourly & Daily Lot 5, via ChargePoint stations. According to the City of San José Airport Department, EV charging itself is free — you pay only the standard parking rate for whichever lot you're in. Charging spaces are first-come, first-served and are not reservable separately. If you drive an EV and are flying from Terminal A, Lot 2 gives you both the charging access and the direct terminal walk. Terminal B EV drivers should head to Lot 5.

A quick tip worth knowing before you plan security timing: TSA PreCheck can cut your checkpoint wait significantly at SJC. Factor that into how early you need to arrive after parking — PreCheck holders often need 15-20 fewer minutes at the lane versus standard screening under TSA security screening guidelines.

What Happens When SJC Parking Fills Up?

SJC lots can fill quickly around major holidays, tech conference weeks, and summer travel peaks. No full parking facility closures have been identified as of October 2026, but individual lots — particularly Lot 3 (drive-up only) and Economy Lot 1 — can reach capacity on busy travel days.

Here is what to do if you're worried about availability:

1. Check live availability before you leave home at flysanjose.com/parking. The page shows real-time lot status.
2. Reserve in advance at parking.flysanjose.com for Economy Lot 1, Hourly Lot 2, Premium Reserved, Daily Lot 4, or Lot 5. Reservations guarantee your space. Cancel before the start time for a full refund.
3. Book an off-site lot on Triply. Joy Park Fly, Spring Park San Jose Airport Parking, and Holiday Inn San Jose Airport all hold reservations and run free 24/7 shuttles. You won't get turned away at the gate.

Drive times to SJC can spike on peak days, especially from North San José, Santa Clara, and Sunnyvale. Before heading out, check real-time traffic on Waze so you can time your arrival without guessing. Build in extra buffer if you're traveling during a major Sharks, 49ers, or Earthquakes home-game weekend — those events historically clog the US-101 and SR 87 corridors that feed the airport.

Off-Site Lots as a Backup Plan

The three Triply lots near SJC are a genuine alternative — not just a budget hack. Based on current Triply rates, they cost $7.79–$8.82/day, which is up to 59% less than Economy Lot 1 ($19/day) and up to 79% less than Hourly Lot 3 ($41/day). All three operate free 24/7 on-demand shuttles.

• Joy Park Fly (N 4th Street) — $7.79/day | Shuttle every 5-15 min | 3-4 minute ride | Self-park or complimentary valet | Fenced, secured lot
• Spring Park San Jose Airport Parking (Technology Drive) — $8.05/day | On-demand shuttle, 0.8 mi from airport | Covered garage or uncovered rooftop options
• Holiday Inn San Jose Airport (E Gish Road, 1.1 mi) — $8.82/day | Gated hotel lot | On-demand shuttle | Enter at 42 Gish Road, follow the 'Flight Parking' sign

Call your lot after collecting your bags on return — shuttles pick up from the terminal on demand, not on a fixed schedule. That keeps wait times short. According to Triply listing data, Joy Park Fly's shuttle averages a 3-4 minute ride to the terminals.

SJC Parking Map and Lot Guide: Final Summary

This SJC parking map and lot guide has covered every lot by address, rate, terminal access, and shuttle detail — everything you need to park confidently at San José Mineta International Airport. The core rule is simple: match your lot to your terminal. Lots 2 and Premium Reserved serve Terminal A. Lots 3, 4, and 5 serve Terminal B. Economy Lot 1 and all three Triply off-site lots serve both terminals via free shuttle.

On-airport rates run $19–$41/day per official City of San José Airport Department data (verified October 2026). Off-site lots via Triply run $7.79–$8.82/day — a difference that adds up fast on longer trips. A 7-night stay saves you $71–$78 in off-site lots compared to Economy Lot 1 alone. Check live lot availability at flysanjose.com/parking before you drive, and reserve your space early during holiday periods to avoid being turned away.

Find your SJC parking spot and save up to 59% off on-airport rates — compare lots from $7.79/day on Triply.