Charleston, SC · verified 2026-08-24
Charleston International Airport parking rates
The cheapest on-airport parking at CHS is $13/day; the closest terminal option is $25/day. Every figure below is taken from the airport's own website, verified 2026-08-24.
All published lots
| Lot | Rate /day | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Economy Lot CheapestSurface economy, shuttle | $13/day | $5/hr. Shuttle every 5 min |
| Overflow Lot CheapestSurface | $13/day | $5/hr |
| Daily GarageMulti-level garage | $17/day | $5/hr |
| Hourly GarageCovered garage | $21/day | $3/hr |
| ValetValet | $25/day | Full-service |
How to park cheaply at Charleston
The cheapest published on-airport option is Economy Lot at $13/day (surface economy, shuttle). That's $84 less than parking at the closest terminal option over a week, so for anything longer than a quick trip it's the one to head for. Free cell phone waiting area, 80 spaces — use it, and picking someone up costs nothing.
On-airport rates are fixed and won't drop, but off-airport lots and park-and-fly hotel packages often undercut them on longer stays — worth a quick compare before you commit.
Where CHS is
Charleston shares its runways with Joint Base Charleston under a civil-military joint-use agreement dating back to 1952. source ↗
Good to know
- At $13/day it ranks 16th-cheapest of the 27 airports we track.
- Choosing Economy Lot over Valet saves $12/day — about $84 over a week.
- Published rates run from $13 (Economy Lot) to $25 (Valet).
Common questions about CHS parking
How much is economy parking at Charleston Airport?
Economy Lot is the cheapest on-airport option at $13 per day (surface economy, shuttle).
How much is long-term parking at CHS?
For a multi-day trip the cheapest on-airport rate is $13 per day. The closest terminal parking is $25 per day.
Does CHS have a free cell phone lot?
Yes. Free cell phone waiting area, 80 spaces.
What's the cheapest way to park at CHS?
Economy Lot at $13/day is the cheapest on-airport option — about $84 less than the closest terminal parking over a week. For longer trips, off-airport lots can be cheaper still.
How much is valet parking at CHS?
Valet is $25 per day — Full-service.
Cheaper than the gate
On-airport rates are fixed. Off-airport lots and park-and-fly hotel packages are often cheaper for longer trips — worth comparing before you drive in.