Portland International Airport Parking
Portland, OR · PDX · 20.0M passengers/year
Parking Near Portland International Airport
PDX is smaller and more manageable than Seattle or San Francisco. Economy parking runs $14–18/day on-airport. Off-airport lots on NE 82nd Ave and Columbia Blvd run $8–13/day. The MAX Red Line is an excellent option for central Portland travelers and eliminates the parking problem entirely for many visitors.
Short-Term vs Long-Term Parking at PDX
Short-Term Parking
Short-term parking in the covered garage at the terminal starts at $3/20 min. Directly connected to the terminal. Best for pickups under 2 hours.
Long-Term & Economy Parking
Economy Lot C runs $14–18/day on-airport. Off-airport lots on NE 82nd Ave run $8–13/day. MAX Red Line is effectively free parking for nearby travelers.
Best & Worst Parking at PDX
✅ Best Options
Off-airport lots on NE 82nd Ave run $8–13/day with free shuttles. Economy Lot C on-airport is $14–18/day and a solid on-property option.
⚠️ Avoid
Short-term hourly rates in the covered garage escalate fast after 2 hours — always compare to the daily cap if your pickup runs long.
Getting to Portland International Airport Without a Car
TriMet MAX Red Line connects PDX directly to downtown Portland in about 38 minutes for $2.80 — one of the most convenient airport transit connections in the Pacific Northwest. Trains run every 15 minutes and the station is inside the terminal.
Portland International Airport Terminals
- Main Terminal
- Concourse A (Alaska/Delta)
- Concourse B (Southwest)
- Concourse C (United)
- Concourse D (American/International)
- Concourse E (Alaska/Southwest)
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I take MAX to Portland airport or drive?
For most Portland-area travelers, the MAX Red Line is the best option — $2.80 from downtown, 38 minutes, and the station is inside the terminal. No parking costs, no traffic. Great for solo travelers and couples with manageable luggage.
What is the cheapest parking near Portland airport?
Off-airport lots on NE 82nd Ave run $8–13/day with free shuttle service. On-airport Economy Lot C runs $14–18/day. Book on ParkWhiz or SpotHero at least 48 hours ahead.
How much does PDX economy parking cost?
Economy Lot C on-airport runs $14–18/day. Off-airport lots run $8–13/day. For a 5-day trip, off-airport saves $5–50.
Does PDX have covered parking?
Yes — the main garage is fully covered. Economy Lot C is partially covered. The covered garage is connected to the terminal and is the most convenient option for rainy Pacific Northwest arrivals.
How far in advance should I book PDX parking?
Book 48 hours ahead normally. PDX is a smaller airport than SEA and inventory is rarely as tight. Summer travel season and holiday weekends warrant booking 72 hours ahead.