SNA Airport Parking: Live Availability, Rates & Which Lot to Pick
Live lot status from John Wayne Airport, Orange County's own parking system, updated every 15 minutes, plus every lot's price and how you get to the terminal.
Is SNA parking full right now?
1 of 5 lots filling up · updated
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Parking Structure B2$30/day 88% full · 171 left
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Parking Structure A1$30/day 69% full · 459 left
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Parking Structure A2$30/day 44% full · 826 left
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Parking Structure C$30/day 78% full · 444 left
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Main Street Parking Lot$20/day 41% full · 1,055 left
From SNA's own parking system, refreshed every 15 minutes. Availability changes quickly; check signs on arrival.
Which SNA lot should I pick?
How much does parking cost at SNA?
Drive-up daily maximum at each official lot.
| Lot | Per day | To the terminal |
|---|---|---|
| Main Street Parking Lot | $20 | Shuttle every 15 min |
| Parking Structure A1 covered | $30 | Walk |
| Parking Structure A2 covered | $30 | Walk |
| Parking Structure B2 covered | $30 | Walk |
| Parking Structure C covered | $30 | Walk |
| Curbside Valet Parking | $50 | Walk |
Checked Sep 29, 2026 · ocair.com. Rates change; the airport's site is authoritative.
Do I need to reserve parking at SNA?
SNA doesn't publish a reservation option for most lots. Check the airport's site ↗.
Cheaper parking near SNA
- SpringHill Suites Irvine John Wayne Airport/Orange County (hotel parking) 1.5 mi from $8.99/day
- Sonesta Irvine SNA (hotel parking) 1.5 mi from $9.49/day
- Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport (self park) 1.3 mi from $14/day
- Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport (valet) 1.3 mi from $21.99/day
- On Air Parking (unnamed partner lot, location shared after booking) 1.5 mi from $7.99/day
Private operators, not affiliated with SNA. "From" prices as listed when checked Sep 29, 2026; not live.
SNA parking tips
Picking someone up?
Free lot south of Parking Structure C, near MacArthur Blvd and Campus Dr. No curbside waiting on either level. Space is currently limited because a construction trailer is staged there (Capital Improvement Program). Van-accessible spaces.
Good to know
- Rates since January 1, 2025: terminal structures $4/hour, $30/day; Main Street lot $3/hour, $20/day; valet $15/hour, $50/day. This was the first increase in over 16 years (ocair.com/news/2024/11/27/parking-rates-adjustments)
- Structures A1, A2, B2 and C fill quickly; the airport suggests valet or the Main Street lot as alternatives (ocair.com/travelers/parking-transport/parking)
- All terminal parking structures are entered from the Departure (upper) level only (ocair.com terminal-parking page)
- Ticketless parking: insert a credit card at entry and the same card at an Express Exit lane (ocair.com terminal-parking page)
- Payment: cash, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, AmEx, Visa/MasterCard debit, and Apple Pay. Pay-on-foot stations in Structure C are card only (ocair.com terminal-parking page)
When should I leave for SNA?
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.
SNA parking FAQ
How much does parking cost at SNA per day?
From $20 per day at Main Street Parking Lot to $30 at Parking Structure C, as drive-up daily maximums (checked Sep 29, 2026).
What is the cheapest parking at SNA?
On airport, Main Street Parking Lot at $20 per day (shuttle every 15 min to the terminal). Off airport, On Air Parking (unnamed partner lot, location shared after booking) lists rates from $7.99 per day.
Is 3 days considered long-term parking at SNA?
There's no official cutoff, but price makes the call: for 3 days Parking Structure A1 costs about $90 and Main Street Parking Lot about $60. The longer the trip, the more the cheaper lot saves.
How do I get from Main Street Parking Lot to the terminal?
Shuttle every 15 min.
Is SNA parking full right now?
1 of 5 lots filling up, per SNA's own parking system. This page updates every 15 minutes.
Is there a cell phone lot at SNA?
Free lot south of Parking Structure C, near MacArthur Blvd and Campus Dr. No curbside waiting on either level. Space is currently limited because a construction trailer is staged there (Capital Improvement Program). Van-accessible spaces.