RDU Airport Parking Fees and Options
Looking for the ideal parking space at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)? We have your answers!
There are 4 main parking areas at Raleigh Durham Airport:
- RDU Premier Parking (walking distance)
- RDU Central Parking (walking distance)
- RDU Express Parking (shuttle)
- RDU Economy Parking (shuttle)
Raleigh-Durham Airport parking rates can vary depending on the lot and duration, so please check for specific rates below.
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RDU Off-Airport Parking
Premier Parking
Location: At airport, adjacent to both terminals.
Type: Garage
To Terminals: Walking distance
This is the closest lot to the Raleigh-Durham Airport terminals. Located on the ground level of the main garage, this is the most convenient, but more expensive parking option.
Premier Parking Fees
$3 for every 1 hr.
$22 per day
Central Parking
Location: At airport, between terminals 1 & 2
Type: Covered & Outdoor spaces
To Terminals: Walking distance
Featuring more than 10,000 public parking spaces, this handicap-accessible parking garage is a short walk to the terminals. Note that RDU Central parking has two sections, you can access from the entrance gate:
- Lanes 1 & 2 (on far left): Access to Level 1, G1, G2 and overflow surface lot.
- Middle Lanes: Access top Levels 2-7.
Central Parking Fees
$2 for every 1 hr.
$15 per day
Express Parking
Location: 1701 East International Drive
Type: Parking Lot
To Terminals: Free Shuttle
This is a new Ralegh Airport parking option with affordable rates. There’s a free shuttle service that runs every 5 minutes.
Express Parking Fees
$2 for every 1 hr.
$12 per day
Economy Parking Lots 3 & 4
Location: Lot 3: 1020 National Guard Drive. Lot 4: 1215 International Drive.
Type: Parking Lots
To Terminals: Free Shuttle
RDU parking is most affordable at the Economy lots. Both economy lots have a combined total of more than 9,000 spaces, and is a great choice for long-term parking at RDU. The shuttle runs every 20 minutes. Note that Economy 4 payment is credit card only (drive up customers).
Economy 3 & 4 Parking Fees
$1 for every 1 hr.
$10 per day for Lot 3
$07 per day for Lot 4
Cell Phone Waiting Area
Location: 1000 Trade Dr, Morrisville, NC 27560
This is a free lot where you can connect with arriving passengers when they get to the curb. Be sure to tell your passenger(s) to call you AFTER they claim their bags, as the drive to terminals is only 3 minutes. You can check real-time Airport Arrivals on your phone while you wait.