DIA parking costs at a glance
| Lot | Daily Cost | Weekly Cost | Shuttle |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canopy — open-air | ~$9 | ~$63 | Free, 24hr |
| Park2Jet | ~$9.99 | ~$70 | Free, 24hr |
| Fine Airport Parking | ~$10 | ~$70 | Free, 24hr |
| ParkDIA — uncovered | ~$11 | ~$77 | Free, 24hr |
| WallyPark DEN | ~$15 | ~$105 | Free, 5 min |
| DIA Economy Lot | $13 | $91 | Commuter rail |
| Canopy — covered | ~$18 | ~$126 | Free, 24hr |
| ParkDIA — covered | ~$22 | ~$154 | Free, 24hr |
| DIA Covered Garage | $28 | $196 | Walking distance |
| DIA Valet | $40+ | $280+ | N/A |
Off-airport rates are online pre-book prices. Walk-in rates are 15–30% higher.
DIA hourly parking cost
Denver Airport hourly parking costs $6/hour in the covered terminal garage. The first 30 minutes are free — designed for quick pickups and drop-offs. The daily maximum cap is $28, which kicks in after about 4–5 hours. For anything beyond a couple of hours, the daily rate is more cost-effective than paying hourly.
How to reduce your Denver Airport parking cost
- Choose off-airport — the single biggest cost reduction. Off-airport lots cost $9–$15/day vs $13–$28/day on-airport.
- Book online in advance — pre-booking saves an additional 15–30% off the already-lower off-airport rate.
- Avoid peak periods — Thanksgiving, Christmas, and summer surge pricing can add 20–50% to normal costs.
- Use loyalty programs — Canopy 5280 Club and ParkDIA Rewards earn free parking days.
- Compare with Windy Parking — see live rates across all lots for your exact dates in one search.
Denver Airport parking cost vs rideshare
For trips of 3+ days, driving and parking at an off-airport lot near DIA is almost always cheaper than a rideshare:
| Option | 3-Day Trip | 7-Day Trip |
|---|---|---|
| Rideshare (avg Denver → DIA round trip) | $60–$120 | $60–$120 |
| Off-airport parking (Canopy ~$9/day) | ~$27 | ~$63 |
| DIA Economy lot ($13/day) | $39 | $91 |