Parking at Harry Reid International Airport became more expensive July 1, with the short-term garages now charging up to $38 per day. Long-term parking reaches $20, economy and remote lots reach $14 and valet costs $34 per day.
Local coverage from Las Vegas Chinese News Network independently reported the July price change, while the airport’s own parking page remains the authority for current rates and availability.
The rate change was announced in June and is already active, so travelers pricing a current Las Vegas trip should use the new totals. The cheapest drive-up choice is not always the easiest choice because terminal, shuttle time and space availability can change the calculation.
- Short term: $4 for the first hour, $8 through two hours, then $5 per additional hour, with a $38 daily maximum.
- Long term: $12 through two hours, then $4 per additional hour, with a $20 daily maximum.
- Economy and remote: $6 through two hours, then $2 per additional hour, with a $14 daily maximum.
- Valet: $34 per day.
- Reservation parking: $30 at Terminal 1 and $23 at Terminal 3, with limited discounted Terminal 3 long-term reservations.
The current LAS parking rates
The airport’s rate announcement says this was the first general adjustment in more than seven years. Prices rose by roughly $1 to $2 across the parking products.
Short-term parking is designed for brief pickups and drop-offs, not a multi-day vacation. A traveler who leaves a car there for three days can spend up to $114, compared with up to $60 in long term or $42 in economy.
Long-term parking is available at both terminals with a $20 daily maximum. Economy is $14, but the walking or shuttle arrangement depends on the selected facility.
The remote lot also costs up to $14 and uses free terminal shuttles. Add time for loading, travel and a possible wait rather than comparing only the daily price.
Reservation parking has separate prices
The airport’s live parking page lists reservation parking at $30 per day for Terminal 1 and $23 at Terminal 3. Prebooking can buy certainty, but it is not the lowest listed option in every case.
Discounted Terminal 3 long-term reservations are listed at $16 from Saturday through Wednesday and $20 on Thursday and Friday. Availability is limited, and a driver arriving without the reservation pays the posted drive-up price.
The terminal matters because airlines do not all use the same building. Saving a few dollars at the wrong terminal can create an inconvenient transfer before a flight.
Confirm the airline and terminal before buying a reservation. Also read the cancellation and overstay rules in the actual checkout terms.
| Trip type | Best starting point and why |
|---|---|
| Pickup under two hours | Start with short term or the free cell phone lot plus curb pickup. They offer the closest paid option or free waiting away from the curb. |
| One to three days | Compare long term with a Terminal 3 reservation to balance terminal access and total price. |
| Longer budget trip | Start with economy or remote because they have the lowest drive-up daily maximum. |
| Traveler with mobility or heavy bags | Compare long term, a reservation and valet because convenience may outweigh daily savings. |
| Hotel stay on the Strip | Compare rideshare, taxi and hotel parking because airport parking is only one part of the car cost. |
The cell phone lot remains the pickup value
The airport lists the cell phone lot as free. It is designed for drivers waiting for an arriving passenger, not for leaving a vehicle unattended or beginning a multi-day trip.
Use flight status and wait there until the passenger has collected bags and reached the pickup level. Circling the terminal adds congestion and can be more stressful than a short wait.
Passenger pickup is on Level 1 across from each terminal, and those curb areas are for immediate loading. The arriving passenger should know the terminal, level and meeting point before the driver leaves the lot.
If the traveler needs extra time or assistance, paid short-term parking may be the better decision. The cheapest option is not useful when the passenger cannot safely reach the curb alone.
Three-day and seven-day examples
At the daily maximum, three days cost up to $114 in short term, $60 in long term, $42 in economy or remote and $102 with valet. A Terminal 3 reservation at $23 would total $69 before any taxes or checkout-specific charges.
For seven days, the maximums become $266 in short term, $140 in long term, $98 in economy or remote and $238 in valet. Those examples use full daily maximums and should be confirmed against the airport’s actual calculation for entry and exit times.
A $16 discounted Terminal 3 reservation would total $112 for seven qualifying days, but the available price can depend on the reservation calendar. Do not assume every date earns the discounted rate.
For a week-long trip, compare the airport total with rideshare in both directions, a taxi, public transport and the cost of leaving a rental car. Deep Arrival’s LAS to the Strip guide helps place those ground options in context.
Terminal choice can matter more than the rate
Terminal 1 serves the A, B, C and D gates for its assigned airlines, while Terminal 3 handles all international airlines plus selected domestic carriers. D gates can be reached from either terminal through airport tram systems, but ticketing and baggage claim remain tied to the airline’s terminal.
A driver should not choose a garage only because it has a lower reservation price. The traveler still has to reach check-in, security and baggage claim in the correct building.
Business travelers can use Deep Arrival’s Las Vegas business travel guide to compare the airport decision with convention and hotel locations. A rental car may add little value when meetings remain around the Strip.
On a peak weekend, availability can decide the outcome. The airport has more than 17,000 public spaces, but it states that parking remains subject to availability.
Build time into the parking plan
Arrive with a backup lot in mind. If long term fills, knowing the economy or remote route prevents a last-minute search while the flight clock is running.
Photograph the level, section and nearby sign after parking. The airport offers lost-car assistance, but a quick photo is faster at the end of a tiring trip.
Take the ticket and valuables with you, and confirm the vehicle height clearance if driving a tall van or roof-equipped vehicle. Parking cost does not help if the car cannot enter the selected garage.
Airport delays are a separate issue. Deep Arrival’s recent LAS delay guide shows why travelers should still check flight and airport conditions after solving the parking question.
Do the full-trip parking math
The daily maximum is only the starting number. Multiply it by every calendar day the car may occupy the facility, then add the time and cost of reaching the correct terminal.
A late return can push a vehicle into another billing period depending on how the facility calculates time. Travelers should read the posted rules rather than assume a three-night trip always equals exactly three daily charges.
Off-airport parking may advertise a lower rate, but taxes, service fees and shuttle frequency can change the comparison. Price the final checkout amount and ask how often the shuttle runs during the actual arrival hour.
Rideshare can win for a solo traveler close to the airport, while parking can become more competitive for a family that needs a larger vehicle in both directions. Compare the round-trip total, not one attractive one-way fare.
Hotel parking matters when the Las Vegas stay includes a rental car. Paying at the airport and again at a resort can make a car-free Strip itinerary more appealing, especially when plans are concentrated along one corridor.
Keep a small delay buffer on the return. Waiting for a shuttle, finding the vehicle and exiting the lot all happen after landing, so a tightly scheduled appointment can be affected even when the flight is on time.
The July rates make short-term parking a costly choice for an overnight trip. Most multi-day travelers should begin with long term, economy, remote or a qualifying Terminal 3 reservation, then compare the total with rideshare or taxi. Terminal fit and transfer time should break close price ties.
What to Watch
- Live garage availability during holiday and event weekends.
- Discounted Terminal 3 reservation inventory for the exact dates.
- Any temporary lot or shuttle changes.
- Future parking-capacity projects funded by the higher rates.
- Your airline’s terminal before purchasing a reservation.
The airport says parking revenue supports structure upgrades, maintenance, roadway and curb improvements and future modernization. Travelers will judge the increase by whether those systems remain available and easier to use.
For the next trip, the immediate task is more basic: price the right lot using the new numbers before driving to LAS.
How much is short-term parking at Las Vegas airport?
The current rate is $4 for the first hour, $8 through two hours, then $5 for each additional hour, with a $38 daily maximum.
How much is long-term parking at LAS?
Long-term parking costs $12 through two hours, then $4 per additional hour, with a $20 daily maximum.
What is the cheapest daily airport parking?
Economy and remote parking have a $14 daily maximum. Limited Terminal 3 reservation discounts may be available for $16 on qualifying days.
Is the cell phone lot free?
Yes. It is a free waiting area for drivers picking up arriving passengers, not an overnight parking option.
When did the new rates start?
The updated Harry Reid International Airport parking rates took effect July 1, 2026.
