Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport Parking — Rates, Locations & Options
Compare every parking option at DTW: economy and long-term lots, terminal garages, valet, and the cell phone waiting lot. All rates below are current published Detroit airport parking prices.
DTW parking rates at a glance
Published rates as of 2025. Always confirm on the official DTW parking page before your trip.
Parking locations at DTW
| Lot | Type | Distance | Shuttle | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Blue Deck | Garage | 5 min | — | $22/day |
| McNamara Terminal Parking | Garage | At terminal | — | $22/day |
| Green Economy Lot | Economy | 10 min | $11/day | |
| DTW Valet (McNamara) | Valet | At terminal | — | $30/day |
| Cell Phone Waiting Lot | Cell phone | 5 min | — | Free |
DTW parking shuttle information
1 lot at DTW provide free shuttle service to the terminals. Expect shuttles every 5-15 minutes, 24/7.
- Green Economy Lot — 10 min ride ($11/day)
Long-term parking tips & off-site savings
- Green Economy is ~half the price of the decks and shuttles run 24/7.
- Big Blue Deck connects to North Terminal via covered walkway.
- Reserve online for up to 25% off Green Economy.
- Off-site QuikPark DTW on Middlebelt offers covered spots from ~$9/day.
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Cell phone waiting lot
Location: Cell Phone Waiting Lot off Lucas Drive
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 DTW?
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.