DIA short term parking rates 2026
Denver International Airport short term parking is located in the covered terminal garage, directly connected to the Jeppesen Terminal via enclosed walkways. This is the closest parking to the DIA terminal — ideal for quick pickups, drop-offs, and short trips.
| Duration | Cost |
|---|---|
| First 30 minutes | Free |
| 1 hour | $6 |
| 2 hours | $12 |
| 3 hours | $18 |
| 4 hours | $24 |
| 5+ hours (daily max) | $28 |
| 7 days | $196 |
When DIA short term parking makes sense
The DIA covered garage is the right choice when you need to be in and out quickly:
- Passenger pickup/drop-off — the first 30 minutes are free, and you can park right next to the terminal.
- Trips under 4 hours — at $6/hour, a 2-hour airport errand costs just $12.
- Meeting arrivals inside the terminal — the covered garage is the only parking that connects directly to the DIA terminal building.
Cheaper alternatives to DIA short term parking
If you're parking at Denver International Airport for more than 4–5 hours, the short term garage gets expensive fast. These options save significantly:
| Option | Daily Rate | Savings vs Short Term |
|---|---|---|
| DIA Economy Lot | $13/day | Save $15/day |
| Canopy (open-air) | $9/day | Save $19/day |
| Park2Jet | $9.99/day | Save $18/day |
| Fine Airport Parking | $10/day | Save $18/day |
| ParkDIA (uncovered) | $11/day | Save $17/day |
Off-airport lots include free 24-hour shuttle service to the DIA terminal running every 5–15 minutes. Book online in advance for an additional 15–30% savings versus walk-in rates.
DIA cell phone waiting lot
If you're picking someone up at Denver International Airport, DIA has a free cell phone waiting lot where you can wait until your passenger texts or calls that they're ready. Then drive to the terminal curbside for a free pickup — no garage fees at all.