LaGuardia Airport Parking — Rates, Locations & Options
Compare every parking option at LGA: economy and long-term lots, terminal garages, valet, and the cell phone waiting lot. All rates below are current published New York airport parking prices.
LGA parking rates at a glance
Published rates as of 2025. Always confirm on the official LGA parking page before your trip.
Parking locations at LGA
| Lot | Type | Distance | Shuttle | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Terminal B Parking Garage | Garage | At terminal | — | $45/day |
| Terminal C Parking Garage | Garage | At terminal | — | $45/day |
| Economy Parking Lot | Economy | 5 min | $39/day | |
| LGA Valet | Valet | At terminal | — | $65/day |
| Cell Phone Waiting Lot | Cell phone | 5 min | — | Free |
LGA parking shuttle information
1 lot at LGA provide free shuttle service to the terminals. Expect shuttles every 5-15 minutes, 24/7.
- Economy Parking Lot — 5 min ride ($39/day)
Long-term parking tips & off-site savings
- LGA is the most expensive major-hub parking in the US — consider Uber or the Q70 bus.
- The Q70 Select Bus is FREE from Jackson Heights/Woodside — huge cost savings.
- Economy Lot only saves $6/day; usually not worth the hassle.
- Off-site lots in Astoria/East Elmhurst can be meaningfully cheaper for long trips.
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Cell phone waiting lot
Location: Cell Phone Waiting Lot (94th Street & 23rd Avenue)
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 LGA?
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.