All O'Hare parking rates 2026 — complete rate table
Every ORD parking option with current rates, weekly totals, and how to reach the terminal:
| Type | Lot | Daily Rate | Weekly | Covered | To Terminal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Off-airport | Park 'N Fly | $7 | $49 | No | Free shuttle 10–15 min |
| Off-airport | FastTrack | $7 | $49 | No | Free shuttle 10–15 min |
| Off-airport | Avistar | $8 | $56 | No | Free shuttle 15–20 min |
| Off-airport | The Parking Spot (open) | $9 | $63 | No | Free shuttle 10–15 min |
| Off-airport | The Parking Spot (covered) | $13 | $91 | Yes | Free shuttle 10–15 min |
| On-airport | Economy Remote Lot | $22 | $154 | No | CTA Blue Line |
| On-airport | Garages A–H | $32–42 | $224–294 | Yes | Walk |
| On-airport | Valet | $50+ | $350+ | Yes | Valet drop-off |
Rates as of April 2026. Short-term garage: $4 per 30 minutes, $51/day maximum. All rates subject to change.
O'Hare short-term parking rates
Short-term parking at O'Hare is in the on-airport garages (A–H), located adjacent to the terminals. Rate structure for 2026:
- First 30 minutes: $4 — the lowest entry rate, covering quick pickups.
- 30 minutes to 1 hour: Rates step up incrementally through the first several hours.
- Daily maximum: $51 — the ceiling for any 24-hour period in the short-term garage.
- Best use case: Pickups and drop-offs under 2 hours. For anything longer, the economy remote lot at $22/day or off-airport lots at $7–15/day are dramatically cheaper than short-term rates.
O'Hare parking rates by trip length
| Option | 1 Day | 3 Days | 1 Week | 2 Weeks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest off-airport ($7/day) | $7 | $21 | $49 | $98 |
| Economy remote lot (on-airport) | $22 | $66 | $154 | $308 |
| Covered garage (on-airport) | $37 | $111 | $259 | $518 |
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Why are off-airport O'Hare rates so much cheaper?
Off-airport lots near O'Hare charge $7–15/day while the on-airport economy lot charges $22/day and garages reach $42/day. The gap exists for three structural reasons:
- No airport concession fees. On-airport lots operated by or contracted through the City of Chicago pay into the airport operating budget. These fees are built into the parking rate. Off-airport lots in Rosemont and the surrounding suburbs pay no airport concession fees.
- Lower land costs. O'Hare airport land is among the most expensive in the Chicago region. Off-airport lots operate on cheaper suburban land — and pass those savings to customers.
- Competition. Multiple off-airport ORD lots compete aggressively on price, keeping rates low. On-airport lots face no such competition within the perimeter.
The trade-off is shuttle time: off-airport lots require a 10–20 minute shuttle ride versus walking directly from on-airport garages to terminals. For most travelers — especially those on trips of 3+ days — the $15–35/day savings easily outweighs 20–40 minutes of shuttle travel.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to park at O'Hare for a week?
Parking at O'Hare for a week costs $49 at the cheapest off-airport lots (Park 'N Fly, FastTrack at $7/day) or $154 at the on-airport economy remote lot ($22/day). On-airport garages run $224–294 for a week. For most travelers, off-airport lots with free shuttle are the best value for week-long trips.
What is the daily parking rate at O'Hare?
Daily parking rates at O'Hare range from $7/day at off-airport open-air lots to $50+/day for on-airport valet. The on-airport economy remote lot is $22/day, standard on-airport garages are $32–42/day, and short-term parking starts at $4 per 30 minutes with a $51/day maximum.
Did O'Hare parking rates change in 2026?
On-airport O'Hare parking rates have increased slightly in 2026. The economy remote lot moved from $20 to $22/day and garage rates have trended upward. Off-airport lots near ORD have remained stable at $7–15/day — making the price gap between on-airport and off-airport wider than in prior years.
Is there a cheaper alternative to O'Hare parking?
Yes — two cheaper alternatives exist. The CTA Blue Line connects to O'Hare terminals at $5 each way ($10 round-trip), which beats off-airport parking for solo travelers on short trips. Off-airport lots starting at $7/day beat CTA for couples or trips of 3+ days. For large groups, off-airport parking with free shuttle almost always wins on total cost.