Memphis, TN · verified 2026-08-24
Memphis International Airport parking rates
The cheapest on-airport parking at MEM is $9/day; the closest terminal option is $24/day. Every figure below is taken from the airport's own website, verified 2026-08-24.
All published lots
| Lot | Rate /day | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Economy CheapestSurface economy | $9/day | Flat daily rate |
| Long TermGarage/lot | $15/day | $4/hr after 30 min free |
| Short TermGarage | $24/day | $4/hr after 30 min free |
How to park cheaply at Memphis
The cheapest published on-airport option is Economy at $9/day (surface economy). That's $105 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 lot. Must remain with vehicle — 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 MEM is
As FedEx's superhub, Memphis held the title of world's busiest cargo airport for 18 straight years, from 1992 to 2009. source ↗
Good to know
- At $9/day it ranks 7th-cheapest of the 27 airports we track.
- Choosing Economy over Short Term saves $15/day — about $105 over a week.
- Published rates run from $9 (Economy) to $24 (Short Term).
Common questions about MEM parking
How much is economy parking at Memphis Airport?
Economy is the cheapest on-airport option at $9 per day (surface economy).
How much is long-term parking at MEM?
For a multi-day trip the cheapest on-airport rate is $9 per day. The closest terminal parking is $24 per day.
Does MEM have a free cell phone lot?
Yes. Free cell phone lot. Must remain with vehicle.
What's the cheapest way to park at MEM?
Economy at $9/day is the cheapest on-airport option — about $105 less than the closest terminal parking over a week. For longer trips, off-airport lots can be cheaper still.
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.