San Diego, CA · verified 2026-08-24
San Diego International Airport parking rates
The cheapest on-airport parking at SAN is $40/day; the closest terminal option is $60/day. Every figure below is taken from the airport's own website, verified 2026-08-24.
All published lots
| Lot | Rate /day | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Terminal 1 Parking Plaza CheapestGarage | $40/day | $3 per 15 min, $40 daily max |
| Terminal 2 Parking Plaza CheapestGarage | $40/day | $3 per 15 min, $40 daily max |
| ValetValet | $60/day | Curbside, both terminals |
How to park cheaply at San Diego
The cheapest published on-airport option is Terminal 1 Parking Plaza at $40/day (garage). That's $140 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, 1-hour maximum. 2311 McCain Road — 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 SAN is
Known as Lindbergh Field, it's named for Charles Lindbergh — whose Spirit of St. Louis was built nearby at San Diego's Ryan Aeronautical. source ↗
Good to know
- At $40/day it's among the most expensive of the 27 airports we track.
- Choosing Terminal 1 Parking Plaza over Valet saves $20/day — about $140 over a week.
- Published rates run from $40 (Terminal 1 Parking Plaza) to $60 (Valet).
Common questions about SAN parking
How much is economy parking at San Diego Airport?
Terminal 1 Parking Plaza is the cheapest on-airport option at $40 per day (garage).
How much is long-term parking at SAN?
For a multi-day trip the cheapest on-airport rate is $40 per day. The closest terminal parking is $60 per day.
Does SAN have a free cell phone lot?
Yes. Free, 1-hour maximum. 2311 McCain Road.
What's the cheapest way to park at SAN?
Terminal 1 Parking Plaza at $40/day is the cheapest on-airport option — about $140 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 SAN?
Valet is $60 per day — Curbside, both terminals.
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.