San Francisco International Airport Parking — Rates, Locations & Options
Compare every parking option at SFO: economy and long-term lots, terminal garages, valet, and the cell phone waiting lot. All rates below are current published San Francisco airport parking prices.
SFO parking rates at a glance
Published rates as of 2025. Always confirm on the official SFO parking page before your trip.
Parking locations at SFO
| Lot | Type | Distance | Shuttle | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long Term Parking | Economy | 10 min | $25/day | |
| Domestic Terminals Garage | Garage | At terminal | — | $40/day |
| International Terminal Garage | Garage | At terminal | — | $40/day |
| SFO Valet | Valet | At terminal | — | $60/day |
| Cell Phone Waiting Lot | Cell phone | 5 min | — | Free |
SFO parking shuttle information
1 lot at SFO provide free shuttle service to the terminals. Expect shuttles every 5-15 minutes, 24/7.
- Long Term Parking — 10 min ride ($25/day)
Long-term parking tips & off-site savings
- Long Term Parking + AirTrain is the best on-airport value — free AirTrain between lot and terminals.
- BART from downtown is $10 and drops you inside the International Terminal.
- Off-site (Park SFO, WallyPark) on South Airport Blvd start under $18/day.
- SFO parking frequently sells out during holidays — reserve online.
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Cell phone waiting lot
Location: North McDonnell Road Cell Phone Lot
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 SFO?
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.