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Parking at Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF)

Louisville, Kentucky KSDF #70 US airport by passengers

Your options for leaving a car at SDF, and how to avoid paying more than you need to.

Where to park at SDF

Parking at SDF is within walking distance of the terminal, and the airport says tiered hourly rates apply to all self-park lots. Rates below are the daily maximums effective July 1, 2026. Garage spaces are tracked by Park Assist guidance, which uses color-coded lights to show open spaces.

  • Parking Garage

    $22 daily maximum. The garage is linked to the terminal by covered walkways, and the surface lot connects to it.

  • Premier East and West Lots

    $15 daily maximum each. The airport recommends these lots when the garage and surface lot are busy.

  • Surface Lot

    $13 daily maximum, with covered walkways into the garage and terminal.

  • Express Shuttle Lot

    $9 daily maximum, or $6 with an advance reservation completed at least four hours before arrival. Shuttles run to the terminal.

  • Valet

    $35 daily.

  • Reserve the Express Shuttle Lot at least four hours before you arrive to pay $6 per day instead of $9.
  • Lots close temporarily when they fill, especially the garage and surface lot, so check real-time status at SDFPark.com before you leave.
  • The airport recommends arriving two hours before your flight to allow time to park, check in and clear security.

Reviewed October 9, 2026. Confirm details on the official airport website. Spotted a change?

Rates change often, so we link to the airport rather than print prices that may be out of date. Use the parking cost calculator to compare options for your trip length.

Frequently asked questions

How much does parking cost at SDF?

As of July 1, 2026, the garage is $22 per day, the Premier lots are $15 per day, the surface lot is $13 per day, and valet is $35 per day. The Express Shuttle Lot is $9 per day, or $6 with an advance reservation.