DIA Economy lot rates 2026 (effective May 14, 2025)
| Duration | DIA Economy Lot | Cheapest Off-Airport | You Save |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 day | $10 (shuttle) / $8 (A-Line) | $9 (Canopy) | $1–$2 |
| 3 days | $30 (shuttle) / $24 (A-Line) | $27 (Canopy) | $3–$7 |
| 7 days | $70 (shuttle) / $56 (A-Line) | $63 (Canopy) | $7–$0 |
| 14 days | $140 (shuttle) / $112 (A-Line) | $126 (Canopy) | $14–$0 |
DIA rates effective May 14, 2025. Source: flydenver.com
DIA Economy lot options — Shuttle Lots vs 61st & Peña
DIA offers two distinct economy lot types. The Economy Shuttle Lots (Pikes Peak and Longs Peak) at $10/day include a free shuttle to the terminal running every 7–10 minutes. The 61st & Peña lot at $8/day is accessible only via the RTD A-Line commuter rail — there is no car shuttle from this lot. Both are open-air surface lots with no covered protection from weather, and neither accepts advance reservations.
DIA Economy lot vs off-airport parking — which is better?
For most travelers, off-airport lots offer similar or better value compared to DIA Economy options:
- Price — Canopy at $9/day beats the DIA Economy Shuttle Lots ($10/day) by $1/day. The 61st & Peña lot ($8/day) is cheapest but requires RTD A-Line only.
- Shuttle — Off-airport lots provide free car shuttles every 5–15 min. The Economy Shuttle Lots have a free shuttle. The 61st & Peña lot uses A-Line rail only (no car shuttle).
- Reservations — off-airport lots can be reserved online in advance; DIA Economy lots are walk-in only.
- Coverage — both are open-air (Canopy and ParkDIA offer covered upgrades; the Economy lots do not).
DIA Economy lots make sense if you arrive without a reservation and all off-airport lots are sold out — which only happens at peak holidays.
Tips for parking in the DIA Economy lot
- Take a photo of your parking section and row number — the lot is large and sections look similar.
- Allow 20–25 minutes total to park, walk to the station, and ride the A Line to the terminal.
- The Economy lot does not accept reservations — arrive early during holidays.
- Consider covered off-airport options in summer — the Economy lot is open-air with no hail protection.