Portland, OR · verified 2026-08-24
Portland International Airport parking rates
The cheapest on-airport parking at PDX is $15/day; the closest terminal option is $45/day. Every figure below is taken from the airport's own website, verified 2026-08-24.
All published lots
| Lot | Rate /day | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Economy CheapestEconomy lot | $15/day | $4/hr |
| Long-Term GarageCovered garage | $24/day | $4/hr |
| Short-Term GarageCovered garage | $30/day | $4/hr |
| ValetValet | $45/day | $10/hr |
How to park cheaply at Portland
The cheapest published on-airport option is Economy at $15/day (economy lot). That's $210 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, 30-minute maximum. Off NE Airport Way & NE 82nd Ave — 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 PDX is
PDX's teal 1987 carpet, patterned on the airfield's runways, became such a cult icon that its 2014 replacement spawned a wave of fan merchandise. source ↗
Good to know
- At $15/day it ranks 21st-cheapest of the 27 airports we track.
- Choosing Economy over Valet saves $30/day — about $210 over a week.
- Published rates run from $15 (Economy) to $45 (Valet).
Common questions about PDX parking
How much is economy parking at Portland Airport?
Economy is the cheapest on-airport option at $15 per day (economy lot).
How much is long-term parking at PDX?
For a multi-day trip the cheapest on-airport rate is $15 per day. The closest terminal parking is $45 per day.
Does PDX have a free cell phone lot?
Yes. Free, 30-minute maximum. Off NE Airport Way & NE 82nd Ave.
What's the cheapest way to park at PDX?
Economy at $15/day is the cheapest on-airport option — about $210 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 PDX?
Valet is $45 per day — $10/hr.
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.