Washington Dulles International Airport Parking — Rates, Locations & Options
Compare every parking option at IAD: economy and long-term lots, terminal garages, valet, and the cell phone waiting lot. All rates below are current published Washington airport parking prices.
IAD parking rates at a glance
Published rates as of 2025. Always confirm on the official IAD parking page before your trip.
Parking locations at IAD
| Lot | Type | Distance | Shuttle | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economy Lots Blue & Green | Economy | 15 min | $12/day | |
| Daily Garages 1 & 2 | Garage | 5 min | — | $22/day |
| Hourly Garage | Hourly | 3 min | — | $22/day |
| IAD Valet | Valet | At terminal | — | $40/day |
| Cell Phone Waiting Lot | Cell phone | 5 min | — | Free |
IAD parking shuttle information
1 lot at IAD provide free shuttle service to the terminals. Expect shuttles every 5-15 minutes, 24/7.
- Economy Lots Blue & Green — 15 min ride ($12/day)
Long-term parking tips & off-site savings
- Silver Line Metro reaches Dulles for $6 — faster than shuttle + parking for many travelers.
- Economy Blue/Green shuttles run every 10 min and save $10/day over the garage.
- Daily Garages 1 & 2 are the best value for trips under 3 days.
- Off-site lots on Rock Hill Road start under $11/day.
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Cell phone waiting lot
Location: Cell Phone Waiting Lot (Rudder Road)
Use the cell phone lot when picking up arriving passengers. It is free and lets you wait until your passenger calls you to the curb, avoiding short-term parking fees.
How early should I arrive if I'm parking at IAD?
If you are parking, add extra time to your arrival window:
- Terminal garage: +15 minutes on top of your normal arrival time.
- Economy / off-site + shuttle: +25-35 minutes for the shuttle ride and wait.
- Valet: +5-10 minutes for drop-off handoff.