Philadelphia Airport Parking Rates (PHL): 2026 Guide
March 24, 2025
William Cartwright
SmartPark · PHL parking guide · 2026
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Compare Philadelphia airport parking prices, understand the fees, and choose the right option for your stay.
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Offsite parking. Complimentary PHL shuttle.
The quick answer
How much does parking at Philadelphia Airport cost?
PHL’s published drive-up prices are $18 per 24 hours for Economy and $32 for garage parking up to 24 hours. Ground-level short-term parking starts at $5 for up to 30 minutes and reaches $54 for up to 24 hours, but overnight parking is prohibited there. SmartPark advertises $13.95 per day, plus tax and surcharge, for offsite parking with a complimentary shuttle.
Sources: Philadelphia Parking Authority rates and fee policy · PHL short-term rules · SmartPark’s advertised rate.
SmartPark
$13.95Advertised daily base ratePlus tax & surcharge
Offsite self-parking with a complimentary PHL shuttle.
PHL Economy
$18Per 24 hoursTaxes and fees included
Onsite surface parking with a complimentary terminal shuttle.
PHL Garage
$32Up to 24 hoursPublished drive-up maximum
Upper-level parking with walking access to the terminals.
PHL Short-Term
$54Up to 24 hoursNo overnight parking
Ground-level parking for brief terminal visits.
These are published reference prices, not a live quote. Rates, availability, billing rules, and online offers can change. Compare the final totals for the same entry and exit times.
Make the numbers useful
Compare parking costs for your trip length
Select a number of full parking days to see a simple rate-based comparison. SmartPark’s figure is a base subtotal before tax and surcharge; the airport figures use the published drive-up rates. Your final booking total may differ.
Method: selected days × published daily reference rate. Assumes that many full billable days, no extra time, and no add-ons or discounts. It does not model partial days, grace periods, or date-specific pricing. Short-term parking is excluded because overnight stays are not permitted.
Rate references: SmartPark, PPA Economy, and PPA Garage.
For shorter visits
PHL hourly parking rates: short-term vs. garage
The two options share the same published price tiers through four hours. After four hours, the up-to-24-hour maximum differs. Short-term parking is on the ground level; garage parking refers to the upper levels.
| Elapsed parking time | Short-term · ground level | Garage · upper levels |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 30 minutes | $5 | $5 |
| Over 30 minutes–1 hour | $7 | $7 |
| Over 1–1½ hours | $9 | $9 |
| Over 1½–2 hours | $12 | $12 |
| Over 2–2½ hours | $14 | $14 |
| Over 2½–3 hours | $17 | $17 |
| Over 3–3½ hours | $20 | $20 |
| Over 3½–4 hours | $28 | $28 |
| Over 4–24 hours | $54 | $32 |
Source: PHL’s official lots and garages rate table. The PPA garage rate schedule identifies the new rates as effective May 1, 2026.
Only collecting a passenger? You may not need paid parking. PHL’s free Cell Phone Waiting Lot allows waits of up to 30 minutes while the driver stays with the vehicle. If you want to leave your car and meet someone inside, use an appropriate paid parking area.
Price is one part of the choice
Which PHL parking option fits your trip?
Terminal garages: for walking access
Upper-level garages suit travelers who want to walk to the terminal instead of taking a shuttle. The PPA describes covered parking and sheltered terminal access. Compare that convenience with the $32 daily maximum when budgeting for several days.
Check the official PHL parking page before leaving home for current closures and access changes. Confirm vehicle-height restrictions if you drive a taller vehicle.
Facility details and rates: PPA Garage Parking.
PHL Economy: an onsite shuttle option
The Economy Lot’s published rate is $18 per 24 hours, including taxes and fees. The airport lists complimentary shuttle service to all terminals around the clock, including holidays.
Economy is an option for overnight and multi-day trips. Drive-up spaces remain subject to availability. Check current information and allow time to park, reach the shuttle, and get to your terminal.
Source: PHL Economy Parking. For advance-booking information, see Park PHL Reserve’s FAQs.
SmartPark: offsite parking with a PHL shuttle
For a weekend away or a longer trip, compare SmartPark’s complete reservation quote with the airport options. Our advertised base rate is $13.95 per day plus tax and surcharge.
SmartPark provides self-parking, complimentary 24/7/365 shuttle service, and luggage assistance. The lot is located at 900 E. 2nd Street in Essington.
Explore long-term PHL parking or SmartPark options for shorter trips, then check your dates for availability and the full price.
Services and advertised price: SmartPark.
What about PHL valet parking?
PHL also offers a separate valet service with terminal curbside drop-off and return. If that convenience matters to you, compare a current quote through the official PHL valet page. Valet is not included in the self-parking estimates above.
A smoother departure
Three checks before you reserve airport parking
01 · Price the full stay
Use your parking entry and exit times, including the time needed before departure and after landing. Review how extra hours, taxes, and surcharges affect the quote.
02 · Plan the terminal transfer
For shuttle parking, allow time for unloading, boarding, and the ride. Follow your airline’s check-in guidance and add your parking transfer time before that.
03 · Keep the details handy
Save the lot address, booking confirmation, and pickup instructions. Review cancellation terms and what happens if your flight returns later than planned.
For SmartPark, follow the current arrival and shuttle instructions. After returning to PHL, collect your luggage before contacting the dispatcher for pickup. Keep those instructions accessible on your phone.
Parking questions, answered
Philadelphia Airport parking rates FAQs
How much is parking at PHL for a week?
Using seven full days at the published rates gives $126 for Economy and $224 for upper-level garage parking. At SmartPark’s advertised $13.95 daily base rate, the seven-day base subtotal is $97.65 before tax and surcharge. Actual totals depend on your parking times, billing rules, and available offers.
Is SmartPark cheaper than PHL parking?
SmartPark’s advertised base rate is lower than the published airport daily rates shown here, but SmartPark adds tax and surcharge. Compare the final reservation total with the airport’s total for the same stay before deciding how much you would save.
Is PHL Economy parking open?
Yes, the official airport and PPA pages list Economy as an operating option. Availability can change. Check the PPA Economy page before driving to the lot.
Can I leave my car overnight in PHL short-term parking?
No. PHL’s official parking rules prohibit overnight parking in the ground-level short-term area. Use an eligible alternative for an overnight trip.
Are airport parking taxes included in these prices?
The Philadelphia Parking Authority says its advertised parking prices include taxes and fees. SmartPark’s advertised $13.95 daily rate is explicitly plus tax and surcharge. Always review the final quote.
Should I reserve parking online?
Checking online helps you compare available options for your dates and review the complete charge before travel. Read the booking’s entry instructions and cancellation conditions. Check SmartPark availability or consult Park PHL Reserve for airport booking options.
Is the SmartPark shuttle included?
Yes. SmartPark advertises a complimentary PHL shuttle running 24/7/365, with luggage assistance. See the SmartPark FAQs for pickup procedures and arrival planning.
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