DFW Airport Parking: Live Availability, Rates & Which Lot to Pick
Live lot status from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport's own parking system, updated every 15 minutes, plus every lot's price and how you get to the terminal.
Is DFW parking full right now?
4 of 8 lots filling up · updated
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Terminal A$40/day 88% full · 821 left
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Terminal B$40/day 85% full · 463 left
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Terminal D$40/day 85% full · 686 left
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DFW Airport Valet$55/day 91% full · 193 left
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Express Parking$22/day 81% full · 607 left
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Remote Parking$16/day 58% full · 1,885 left
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Terminal C$40/day 71% full · 959 left
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Terminal E$40/day 74% full · 1,323 left
From DFW's own parking system, refreshed every 15 minutes. Availability changes quickly; check signs on arrival.
Which DFW lot should I pick?
How much does parking cost at DFW?
Drive-up daily maximum at each official lot.
| Lot | Per day | To the terminal |
|---|---|---|
| Remote Parking | $16 | Shuttle |
| Express Parking | $22 | Shuttle |
| Terminal Parking covered | $40 | Walk |
| DFW Airport Valet | $55 | Walk |
Checked Sep 29, 2026 · dfwairport.com. Rates change; the airport's site is authoritative.
Do I need to reserve parking at DFW?
You don't have to. You can book ahead at Terminal Parking, Express Parking, Remote Parking, DFW Airport Valet on the airport's site ↗. Booking ahead is worth it for holiday weeks, when lots near the terminal fill first.
Cheaper parking near DFW
- The Parking Spot South 2.9 mi from $9/day
- The Parking Spot North 2.8 mi price on their site
- The Parking Spot PREMIUM 3.5 mi price on their site
Private operators, not affiliated with DFW. "From" prices as listed when checked Sep 29, 2026; not live.
DFW parking tips
Picking someone up?
Two free cell phone lots. North: just before the North toll plaza, 53 spaces. South: near Rental Car Drive and Southgate Avenue, about 60 spaces. Limit of 2 hours; driver must stay with the vehicle; no overnight parking.
Good to know
- DFW parking rates rose on October 1, 2026, with TollTag rates lower than credit card at exit for Terminal and Remote parking (dfwairport.com/park/terminal, /express, /remote)
- Parking at DFW is limited to 90 days; vehicles parked longer are towed off-airport (dfwairport.com/park/terminal)
- No cash accepted: major credit cards and NTTA TollTags backed by a credit card only (dfwairport.com/park/remote)
- Prebooking saves up to 50% off TollTag rates and doesn't need a TollTag; not valid for valet (dfwairport.com/park/express)
- Prebooked stays must be at least 6 hours and at most 45 days; you can book up to 10 months ahead (dfwairport.com/park/faqs)
When should I leave for DFW?
Parking adds time: a shuttle lot can add 15–30 minutes before you reach security. Enter your flight and we'll time your departure with live traffic and today's TSA waits.
DFW parking FAQ
How much does parking cost at DFW per day?
From $16 per day at Remote Parking to $40 at Terminal Parking, as drive-up daily maximums (checked Sep 29, 2026).
What is the cheapest parking at DFW?
On airport, Remote Parking at $16 per day (shuttle to the terminal). Off airport, The Parking Spot South lists rates from $9 per day.
Is 3 days considered long-term parking at DFW?
There's no official cutoff, but price makes the call: for 3 days Terminal Parking costs about $120 and Remote Parking about $48. The longer the trip, the more the cheaper lot saves.
Can I park at DFW without a reservation?
Yes. Drive-up parking is available; reservations are optional at Terminal Parking, Express Parking, Remote Parking.
How do I get from Remote Parking to the terminal?
Shuttle.
Is DFW parking full right now?
4 of 8 lots filling up, per DFW's own parking system. This page updates every 15 minutes.
Is there a cell phone lot at DFW?
Two free cell phone lots. North: just before the North toll plaza, 53 spaces. South: near Rental Car Drive and Southgate Avenue, about 60 spaces. Limit of 2 hours; driver must stay with the vehicle; no overnight parking.