A plain-English overview of your parking options at Los Angeles International Airport, plus tips to help you book with confidence.
See LAX Parking OptionsFlying out of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)? Parking is one of the first things to sort out. This guide covers the parking options listed on the airport's official website, flylax.com, what to check before you book, and how to plan your arrival so you're not rushing to your gate.
ParkNJet is an independent guide and does not operate any parking at LAX. LAX is run by Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA). Details change, so always confirm current information on the official LAX parking page or the provider's website before you go.
Here's what the airport's official website lists, plus off-airport parking run by private companies nearby.
According to flylax.com, there are eight parking structures with more than 7,000 stalls just across from the terminals, open 24 hours a day. They can be used for pickups, drop-offs, overnight trips, and extended stays.
Vehicles parked over 30 days may be impounded unless you arrange an extension. CTA parking on flylax.com
The official lower-cost garage at 6100 W. 94th Street. According to flylax.com:
An official uncovered lot at 5455 W. 111th Street with more than 2,000 stalls, by reservation or same-day drive-up, according to flylax.com.
flylax.com links to official LAX reserved parking at parking.flylax.com. Its FAQ says the minimum reservation rate is 24 hours, and you can cancel or change up to 2 hours before arrival. Check current terms when you book.
flylax.com lists valet parking in structures P1, P3, P4, and P7, with a 24-hour minimum. Valet areas in P1 and P7 allow taller vehicles (up to 8 feet 2 inches).
Picking someone up? LAX has two free lots where you can wait up to two hours, both open 24 hours:
Vehicles must be attended at all times. No commercial or ride-service vehicles. Cell Phone Waiting Lots on flylax.com
Private companies run parking lots near LAX, and many offer shuttles to the terminals and online reservations. They aren't run by the airport.
Each company sets its own prices, shuttle hours, and cancellation rules, so compare a few. See the booking sites we list on our home page.
flylax.com lists public parking at the Van Nuys FlyAway bus terminal, for FlyAway bus riders only. It's first come, first served, with reservations also available, and has an 8-foot height limit.
flylax.com lists EV chargers in every CTA structure and at LAX Economy Parking, available by reservation or first come, first served. You can stay plugged in for your whole trip with no idle fees. Charging is billed separately from parking.
Rates as listed on flylax.com, LAX's official website, when this page was last updated, Oct 2026. flylax.com notes that rates are subject to change and that you should check the rates posted at each lot entrance. Listed fees include the 10% Los Angeles City Parking Occupancy Tax.
| Parking area | First hour (or part) | Each 30 min after | Max per 24 hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| CTA structures, General Parking (P1–P7) | $9 ($11 in P3 and P4) | $7 ($9 in P3 and P4) | $60 |
| CTA Premium Parking (P1, P3, P7 Arrivals level) | $11 | $9 | $70 |
| CTA Valet (P1, P3, P4, P7) | — | — | $75 (24-hour minimum) |
| LAX Economy Parking (6100 W. 94th St.) | $8 | $7 | $35 |
| LAX Budget Parking (5455 W. 111th St.) | $5 | — | $20 |
EV charging, as listed on flylax.com, Oct 2026: $2 per session plus $0.45 per kWh (Level 2) or $0.80 per kWh (DC fast charging), billed in addition to parking.
A side-by-side look at the main ways to park for a trip from LAX.
| Option | Distance to terminals | Shuttle? | Price | More info |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTA structures | Closest, across from the terminals | Not needed | $60 max per 24 hours (General), as listed on flylax.com, Oct 2026 | flylax.com |
| LAX Economy Parking | Farther | Yes, free, 24 hours | $35 max per 24 hours, as listed on flylax.com, Oct 2026 | flylax.com |
| LAX Budget Parking | Farther | Yes, free, every 20–25 min | $20 max per 24 hours, as listed on flylax.com, Oct 2026 | flylax.com |
| Off-airport lot | Varies | Usually yes | Prices vary by dates and lot; check the provider for current rates | Booking sites |
LAX has Terminals 1 through 8 plus the Tom Bradley International Terminal (Terminal B), and some airlines check in at one terminal and depart from another. Check LAX's Airline List before you leave home.
Economy and Budget lot shuttles pick up at the pink “LAX Shuttle” zones on the Arrivals (lower) level, according to flylax.com. Leave extra time for the shuttle on top of check-in and security.
LAX says it can't guarantee parking at peak times, such as holidays. Reserving ahead can help you lock in a spot. Read the cancellation policy before you pay.
According to flylax.com, standard taxi and ride-app pickups leave from the LAX-it lot next to Terminal 1. Free LAX-it shuttles stop outside baggage claim on the lower level. About LAX-it
flylax.com shows live availability by parking area and notes that P3, P4, P5, and P6 are usually the busiest structures. Check before you drive in.
For long trips, note that flylax.com says vehicles parked over 30 days may be impounded unless you arrange an extension with the parking operator.
It can be, but not always. LAX's own Economy and Budget lots are lower-cost official options, and off-airport lots set their own prices and fees. Compare the total cost for your dates before deciding.
Yes. flylax.com links to official LAX reserved parking at parking.flylax.com. According to flylax.com, you can reserve for 1 hour or more, but the minimum reservation rate is 24 hours.
According to flylax.com's reservation FAQ, you can cancel up to 2 hours before your arrival for a full refund, using “Manage Reservation” in your confirmation. For off-airport lots, the provider's own policy applies.
For official LAX reservations, flylax.com says that if your vehicle stays more than 2 hours past the end of the reservation, a new parking session begins at the posted rates. Other providers have their own overstay rules.
LAX has two free Cell Phone Waiting Lots (96th Street and Century) where you can wait up to two hours. Vehicles must be attended at all times, and there's no shuttle to or from these lots.
Height limits differ by structure. flylax.com lists limits from 6 feet 10 inches (P2B) up to 8 feet 2 inches (P2A and P6), and says large trucks, trailers, RVs, and campers can't use the CTA structures. At LAX Economy Parking, Level 1 has a 14-foot limit. Check the posted clearance at each entrance.
Add time for parking, waiting for the shuttle, and the ride to your terminal, on top of your airline's recommended arrival time. flylax.com lists the Budget lot shuttle as running every 20 to 25 minutes.
Check the official airport options, compare a few booking sites for off-airport lots, and book with the provider that fits your trip.