SFO
San Francisco International Airport — Parking
San Francisco Bay Area, USA
4
Terminals
50+
Airlines served
5+
Nearby hotels listed
6
Rental car brands
Three ways to park at SFO, compared on price, walking distance, and shuttle wait.
Long-term parking
$24/day
Walk/shuttle: Shuttle bus, 10–15 min
The Long-Term Parking Garage is SFO's own economy option, a short AirTrain ride from the terminals.
Short-term parking
$4/hr, $36 max/day
Walk/shuttle: Direct terminal garage
Best for pickups; daytime rates rise quickly for longer stays.
Off-site parking
$13–19/day
Walk/shuttle: Free shuttle, 10–20 min
A common trade-off for travelers who want a lower rate without the AirTrain transfer.
Parking comparison
| Type | Price | Walking distance | Shuttle |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long-term | $24/day | Shuttle bus, 10–15 min | Yes |
| Short-term | $4/hr, $36 max/day | Direct terminal garage | — |
| Off-site | $13–19/day | Free shuttle, 10–20 min | Yes |
Cost guide
Short-term rates are billed hourly and add up quickly — they're best reserved for pickups and drop-offs under two hours. Long-term and off-site rates are billed daily and both drop noticeably with advance booking.
Travel tips
- Book parking online in advance — walk-up rates are almost always higher.
- Photograph your row and level before you leave the lot; large economy lots are easy to lose track of.
- Check whether your terminal changed before you park — some airports reassign gates seasonally.