Parking Information

Find information about parking options, rates, payment methods and parking services at RDU.

Rates and parking availability are subject to change.

ParkRDU Premier

Covered spaces on the garage ground level.
Steps from both terminals.
Drive up rate: $8.50/hour or $34/day.

ParkRDU Central

Covered and outdoor spaces.
Centrally located between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
Drive up rate: $5.70/hour or $22.75/day.

ParkRDU Express

Free 24/7 trunk-to-terminal shuttle service.
Luggage assistance and complimentary bottled water.
Drive up rate: $4.65/hour or $18.50/day.

ParkRDU Economy

Lowest-cost on-airport parking.
Free 24/7 shuttle service every 20 minutes.
Drive up rate: $3.65/hour or $14.50/day.

How to Pay

RDU parking is cashless. We accept all major credit cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay.

You can pay using any of the following methods:

Parking Mobile Pay: Scan the QR code on your parking ticket with your phone and pay before returning to your vehicle. No app required.
Pay-on-foot kiosks: Located throughout the parking garage and parking lots. Pay before returning to your vehicle.
Exit lane pay stations: Pay as you leave the parking facility.
Credit card: Insert or tap your card when entering and again when exiting.

Once payment is complete, you have 30 minutes to exit the parking facility.

Cash-to-Card Options

Guests without a credit or debit card can convert cash to a prepaid card at ReadySTATION kiosks located in Terminal 1, in Terminal 2 and in the terminal garage exit plaza building lobby at 1050 Cargo Drive.

Book Parking

Reserve parking at RDU online at least 24 hours before your trip to guarantee entry into the lot of your choice. Your license plate will open the entrance and exit gates automatically. You do not need to pay at the gate. If the gate does not open, scan your booking QR code. Click to book parking at RDU