Long Term San Diego Airport (SAN) Parking from $9.99

Information Last Updated on September 5, 2023

On-Site Parking Options at San Diego Airport

 

Short Term Parking at San Diego Airport

At San Diego International Airport there are several short-term parking options just steps from the terminal buildings. The Terminal 1 Parking Lot is the best choice for passengers traveling on Allegiant, Frontier, JetBlue, Spirit, Sun Country, and Southwest Airlines, and is ideal if you’re planning a short break or quick business trip. The daily rate at this parking lot is $32.

For passengers traveling out of Terminal 2 on Air Canada, Edelweiss, Hawaiian Airlines, Lufthansa, United Airlines, British Airways, Delta Airlines, Japan Airlines, WestJet, Swoop, American Airlines, and Alaska Airlines the Terminal 2 Parking Plaza is the most convenient short-term parking option.

The daily rate at this parking lot is $32 and the hourly rates are the same as those for the Terminal 1 Parking Lot above. There’s also the Terminal 2 Parking Lot, which has the same daily and hourly rates as the Terminal 2 Parking Plaza. 

Long Term Parking at San Diego Airport

As well as the daily parking options in the Terminal 1 Parking Lot, Terminal 2 Parking Lot and Terminal 2 Parking Plaza, there’s a long-term parking option at San Diego Airport. The Long Term Lot is located on Harbor Drive and has a daily rate of $20 ($15 per day for advance reservations). Customers using this parking lot will have to board a free shuttle bus to reach the terminal buildings. 

 

Other Parking at San Diego International Airport

If you’re looking for the quickest and easiest parking option at SAN Airport, you’ll want to make use of the ultra-convenient Curbside Valet service. You can drop your car at either the Terminal 1 or Terminal 2 valet parking bay and not have to worry about searching for a space yourself. The daily cost for valet parking at San Diego Airport is $40.  

If you're considering other airports in the area, we also offer parking near John Wayne Airport too.

 

San Diego Airport Parking Rates

 

Parking Lot	Time	Rate
Terminal 1 Parking Lot	0 – 30 minutes 30 – 60 minutes 1 – 1.5 hours 1.5 – 2 hours 2 – 2.5 hours 2.5 – 3 hours 3 – 3.5 hours 3.5 – 4 hours 4 – 4.5 hours 4.5 – 5 hours 5 - 7 hours 7 – 24 hours Daily	$2.50 $6.00 $8.00 $10.00 $12.00 $14.00 $16.00 $18.00 $20.00 $22.00 $28.00 $32.00 $32.00
Terminal 2 Parking Lot	0 – 30 minutes 30 – 60 minutes 1 – 1.5 hours 1.5 – 2 hours 2 – 2.5 hours 2.5 – 3 hours 3 – 3.5 hours 3.5 – 4 hours 4 – 4.5 hours 4.5 – 5 hours 5 - 7 hours 7 – 24 hours Daily	$2.50 $6.00 $8.00 $10.00 $12.00 $14.00 $16.00 $18.00 $20.00 $22.00 $28.00 $32.00 $32.00
Terminal 2 Parking Plaza	0 – 30 minutes 30 – 60 minutes 1 – 1.5 hours 1.5 – 2 hours 2 – 2.5 hours 2.5 – 3 hours 3 – 3.5 hours 3.5 – 4 hours 4 – 4.5 hours 4.5 – 5 hours 5 - 7 hours 7 – 24 hours Daily	$2.50 $6.00 $8.00 $10.00 $12.00 $14.00 $16.00 $18.00 $20.00 $22.00 $28.00 $32.00 $32.00
The Long Term Lot	Daily Daily (Advance)	$20 $15
Valet Parking	Daily	$40
Rightway Parking	Daily	$6.95

 

 

Airport Parking in San Diego with Rightway Parking

When you’re traveling by air on a business trip or vacation the costs can easily skyrocket. Parking on-site can really eat into your budget, so it can be a smart move to consider alternative, affordable parking options. Switching to off-site parking with Rightway Parking could save you a lot of money and stress. 

Don’t be phased by the large choice of off-site airport parking facilities. At Rightway Parking we only partner with established and trusted partners to make sure you can easily choose the best parking for your trip. Our quick and easy booking system clearly shows you all the information you need - prices, facilities, and distance to San Diego Airport - to help make booking a parking spot a breeze. 

With prices starting at $5 per day (that’s a quarter of the cheapest on-site price at SAN Airport), you can head off on your trip knowing your vehicle is in a safe and secure parking facility near the airport. Many of our parking facilities offer free shuttle buses to the terminal buildings and have friendly staff on-site to help make the start of your journey completely stress-free. 

San Diego International Airport (SAN) Parking FAQs

 

Where is San Diego International Airport (SAN) located?

San Diego Airport is located at 3225 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101, 3 miles northwest of downtown San Diego.

 

What are the rates for San Diego International Airport short-term parking? 

Short-term parking at SAN Airport in the Terminal 1 Parking Lot, Terminal 2 Parking Plaza or Terminal 2 Parking Lot is charged at $2.50 for the first 30 minutes, $6 for the second 30 minutes and then an additional $2 per half hour thereafter. For 5 - 7 hours the cost is $28 and then there’s a daily maximum of $32. 

What are the rates for San Diego Airport long-term parking?

Long-term parking in the Long-Term Parking Lot at San Diego Airport costs $20 per day (drive-up rate) or $15 if booked in advance. 

What are the rates for San Diego Airport economy parking?

San Diego International Airport used to have an Economy Parking Lot, but it permanently closed in December 2018. 

 

Are there EV charging points at San Diego International Airport?

Yes, there are 16 EV charge ports located in Terminal 2 Parking Plaza.  

 

Is there valet parking at San Diego Airport?

Yes, there’s a curbside valet parking service outside both Terminals 1 and 2. The rate for valet parking at San Diego International Airport is $40 per day.

 

Is there disabled parking at San Diego Airport?

Yes, at San Diego Airport, all parking lots have designated parking spaces for disabled visitors displaying a valid permit.

 

Is there free parking at San Diego Airport?

Yes, San Diego Airport offers free parking for up to 60 minutes at the Cell Phone Lot, located at the Terminal 2 Parking Lot with access from McCain Road. This parking lot has 70 spaces, and is open from 5am - 12:30am. Motorists must turn off their engines and remain with their vehicles at all times while waiting for arriving passengers.

 

Is there cheap parking near San Diego Airport?

Yes! Rightway Parking’s easy-to-use booking system allows you to reserve a guaranteed parking spot at your choice of off-site airport parking facility near San Diego Airport for as little as $5 per day.