IAD Airport Parking: Live Availability, Rates & Which Lot to Pick
Live lot status from Washington Dulles International Airport's own parking system, updated every 15 minutes, plus every lot's price and how you get to the terminal.
Is IAD parking full right now?
2 of 4 lots filling up · updated
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Garage1$25/day 91% full · 425 left
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Garage 2$25/day 89% full · 417 left
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Terminal Lot$40/day 73% full · 503 left
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Economy Lot$20/day 80% full · 2,279 left
From IAD's own parking system, refreshed every 15 minutes. Availability changes quickly; check signs on arrival.
Which IAD lot should I pick?
How much does parking cost at IAD?
Drive-up daily maximum at each official lot.
| Lot | Per day | To the terminal |
|---|---|---|
| Economy Lot | $20 | Shuttle every 15 min |
| Parking Garage 1 covered | $25 | Walk, ~5 min |
| Parking Garage 2 covered | $25 | Walk, ~5 min |
| Valet | $39 | Walk |
| Terminal Lot | $40 | Walk, ~5 min |
| Valet | $45 | Walk |
| PassPark Premium | see airport site | Walk |
Checked Sep 29, 2026 · flydulles.com. Rates change; the airport's site is authoritative.
Do I need to reserve parking at IAD?
You don't have to. You can book ahead at Parking Garage 1, Parking Garage 2, Economy Lot, PassPark Premium on the airport's site ↗. Booking ahead is worth it for holiday weeks, when lots near the terminal fill first.
Cheaper parking near IAD
- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott at Dulles Airport 1.5 mi from $9/day
- Crowne Plaza Dulles Airport 3.7 mi from $9.95/day
- Courtyard by Marriott Dulles Airport Chantilly 6.8 mi from $10/day
- Hyatt Regency Dulles 3 mi from $17.99/day
- Aloft Dulles Airport North 6.7 mi from $16/day
Private operators, not affiliated with IAD. "From" prices as listed when checked Sep 29, 2026; not live.
IAD parking tips
Picking someone up?
Free, 1-hour maximum wait. Vehicles must not be left unattended. No restrooms. On Autopilot Drive (FAQ: corner of Rudder Road and Autopilot Drive), reached via the SERVICES exit on the Dulles Access Highway.
Good to know
- IAD has five public parking products: Terminal Lot, Garage 1, Garage 2, Economy, and Valet (flydulles.com parking FAQ)
- No minimum or maximum stay, but vehicles parked over 45 days must be registered with the parking office (703-572-4500) (flydulles.com lot pages)
- Toll tags (E-ZPass) are not accepted for parking payment (flydulles.com parking FAQ)
- Online reservations accept Visa, Mastercard, Amex and Discover only. No debit, PayPal or Apple Pay (flydulles.com parking FAQ)
- Credit and debit cards work at any exit lane. Cash only at 'Cash' lanes or through the Help button (flydulles.com parking FAQ)
When should I leave for IAD?
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.
IAD parking FAQ
How much does parking cost at IAD per day?
From $20 per day at Economy Lot to $40 at Terminal Lot, as drive-up daily maximums (checked Sep 29, 2026).
What is the cheapest parking at IAD?
On airport, Economy Lot at $20 per day (shuttle every 15 min to the terminal). Off airport, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott at Dulles Airport lists rates from $9 per day.
Is 3 days considered long-term parking at IAD?
There's no official cutoff, but price makes the call: for 3 days Parking Garage 1 costs about $75 and Economy Lot about $60. The longer the trip, the more the cheaper lot saves.
Can I park at IAD without a reservation?
Yes. Drive-up parking is available; reservations are optional at Parking Garage 1, Parking Garage 2, Economy Lot.
How do I get from Economy Lot to the terminal?
Shuttle every 15 min, about a 15-minute ride.
Is IAD parking full right now?
2 of 4 lots filling up, per IAD's own parking system. This page updates every 15 minutes.
Is there a cell phone lot at IAD?
Free, 1-hour maximum wait. Vehicles must not be left unattended. No restrooms. On Autopilot Drive (FAQ: corner of Rudder Road and Autopilot Drive), reached via the SERVICES exit on the Dulles Access Highway.