Johannesburg Tambo Airport (JNB) Parking

If you are picking up a passengers from the Airport, use the new 'Pick up & Go' parking facility directly opposite International  & Domestic Arrivals - the first five minutes are free. Or use the  P7 lot.

Other parking options at Tambo International:  The parking facilities are listed here according to their proximity to Terminals A & B:  (a) parkade P2 is closest to Terminal B, with parkade P3 across from P2 & P4;  (b) parkade P1 & parking lot P7 are closest to Terminal A, with carport P4 & P6 Shade 1 right behind them. P5 Shade 2 follows P6. At the south end, off the R21 exit and after 'Caesars' is the Super South Gate lot.

For short-stay parking use P1, or P2 (level 2-4), P3 (levels 0-4);
For long-stay parking use either P6, P5, or P4,
For Valet parking contact Executive Carport at +27 (0)11 390 2062.

Long-term economy parking ('Park & Ride') is available at the Super South Gate (tel. +27 (0)11 979 3323), accessible via R21 South, take Griffiths off-ramp and turn left, at the junction, turn right and then left into ACSA Park 1, and all the way to its end where the parking entrance is on the left-hand side.  A free shuttle runs every 15 minutes to/from the terminals.

NOTE: Construction of the multi-level parking garage is moving along and spaces are made available according to construction phases being completed.

As an alternative to on-site parking, there are off-airport parking at Johannesburg Tambo airport options which may offer significant discounts. Most have shuttle vans or buses which operate from their facilities to the terminals, and feature secure facilities with security guards and cameras 24 hours.

Many local hotels offer up to 2 weeks free parking with one night stay. This can be especially convenient if you have an early flight and need to park at Johannesburg Tambo airport. They provide shuttle service too.

Nothing is more frustrating than circling an airport parking lot looking for space when you're already running late for a flight or paying an exorbitant amount for parking when you return from a trip. You can avoid these common predicaments by doing your homework before leaving to park your vehicle at the airport.

Most airports offer multiple parking lots at various rates (hourly, daily and economy). Some airports even offer costly, but convenient valet parking. Visit the airport website or call the airport to determine the location and rates for each type of parking garage or service. During peak travel times, it's also prudent to check the short-term and long-term parking lot availability before leaving for the airport, so you can make other arrangements if lots are full. Parking in a daily garage (short-term parking) instead of an economy (long-term parking) lot for multiple days will burn a big hole in your wallet.

You’ll find commercial off-site parking lots near most major airports. These parking lots are farther from the airport, but the distance is often compensated with lower prices, 24-hour security, car-to-terminal shuttle services and other perks like frequent parker programs. Aside from off-site commercial parking lots allow you to reserve a parking spot in advance, which can be a real timesaver during peak travel times. In addition, many airport hotels offer stay, park and fly deals in which you stay at the hotel the night before your flight and then you can park your car at the hotel for free or a low daily rate. Just make sure the hotel parking lot is secure as some aren’t monitored around-the-clock like airport and commercial lots.

It’s too easy to forget where you parked or where you put the parking ticket after an extended trip. Even if you’re running late, take the time to note where you parked in your cell phone, PDA or on the parking ticket if you take it with you. Just make sure you don’t lose the parking ticket, because most airports charge a hefty fee for missing tickets. For that reason, it may be safer to leave the ticket in your car.