Find the lowest prices and save money the next time you need to park at Brisbane Airport.
Sitting about 18km north-west of the CBD, Brisbane International Airport is Queensland’s largest airport. It services Brisbane and its suburbs and offers more flight options to international and domestic destinations than the nearby Gold Coast Airport in Coolangatta and the Sunshine Coast Airport in Marcoola.
With the price of airport transfers to both the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast going for more than $90 return for a single person, it can be much more cost-effective to drive yourself to the airport.
We’ve taken a look at four of the most popular Brisbane airport parking companies and compared the prices for up to two weeks of parking.
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Brisbane Airport parking rates
| Number of Days | Andrew’s Airport Parking | Airpark | Budget Airport Parking (BAP) | Gateway Airport Parking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 day | $22 (outdoor); $26 (covered) | $10 (outdoor) | $15 (outdoor); $20 (covered) | $18 (outdoor); $22 (covered) |
| 2 days | $33 (outdoor); $45 (covered) | $20 (outdoor) | $30 (outdoor; $40 (covered) | $26 (outdoor); $43 (Covered |
| 3 days | $48 (outdoor); $64 (covered) | $30 (Outdoor) | $40 (outdoor); $60 (covered) | $36 (outdoor); $49 (covered) |
| 4 days | $57 (outdoor); $79 (covered) | $40 (Outdoor) | $50 (outdoor); $80 (covered) | $41 (outdoor); $62 (covered) |
| 5 days | $64 (outdoor); $85 (covered) | $50 (Outdoor) | $60 (outdoor); $95 (covered) | $46 (outdoor); $69 (covered) |
| 6 days | $73 (outdoor); $94 (covered) | $60 (Outdoor) | $70 (outdoor); $110 (covered) | $51 (outdoor); $81 (covered) |
| 7 days | $79 (outdoor); $99 (covered) | $70 (Outdoor) | $78 (outdoor); $120 (covered) | $59 (outdoor); $88 (covered) |
| 8 days | $86 (outdoor); $108 (covered) | $80 (Outdoor) | $86 (outdoor); $130 (covered) | $65 (outdoor); $93 (covered) |
| 9 days | $93 (outdoor); $114 (covered) | $89 (Outdoor) | $94 (outdoor); $140 (covered) | $69 (outdoor); $99 (covered) |
| 10 days | $98 (outdoor); $119 (covered) | $89 (Outdoor) | $110 (outdoor); $150 (covered) | $75 (outdoor); $109 (covered) |
| 11 days | $104 (outdoor); $125 (covered) | $89 (Outdoor) | $115 (outdoor); $160 (covered) | $81 (outdoor); $102 (covered) |
| 12 days | $108 (outdoor); $129 (covered) | $89 (Outdoor) | $120 (outdoor); $170 (covered) | $86 (outdoor); $109 (covered) |
| 13 days | $112 (outdoor); $136 (covered) | $89 (Outdoor) | $125 (outdoor); $180 (covered) | $91 (outdoor); $116 (covered) |
| 14 days | $119 (outdoor); $143 (covered) | $89 (Outdoor) | $130 (outdoor); $180 (covered) | $95 (outdoor); $119 (covered) |
| Additional days | $5 per day (outdoor); $6 per day (covered) | $40 per week (outdoor) | $5 per day (outdoor); $10 per day (covered) | $5 per day (outdoor); $6 per day (covered) |
*These rates are valid for bookings made in advance and are accurate as of March 2016.
So, which Brisbane airport parking option is the best? Here's how they compare:
- Cheapest for one day of parking: Airpark
- Cheapest for one week of parking: Gateway Airport Parking
- Cheapest for two weeks of parking: Airpark
- Cheapest covered option: Budget Airport Parking (BAP)
- Best shuttle bus service: Andrew's Airport Parking
- Most secure option: Andrew's Airport Parking and Gateway Airport Parking
- Closest to the airport: Airpark
Brisbane Airport parking map
How do airport shuttles work from the parking lots?
Shuttle service from the car park to the airport terminals is included in the parking fee.
- Andrew’s Airport Parking: Regular service with six shuttles in constant operation to the airport terminals.
- Airpark: Every 10 minutes from 5am until 11am; every 20 minutes from 11am until 5am the next day. Domestic shuttles only run from 4am until midnight. 5-7 minutes to the terminal.
- Budget Airport Parking (BAP): Regular on-demand service to the airport terminals running from 4am until midnight.
- Gateway Airport Parking: Regular on-demand service to the airport terminals.
What should I know about airport parking in Brisbane?
Airport parking lots in Brisbane are also located close to the cruise ship terminal at Portside Wharf, but not all lots will provide a shuttle service to the cruise port.
Budget Airport Parking offers free transfers to the terminal from the park and cruise lot, however the closest airport parking lot to the wharf is Gateway Airport Parking.
Does airport parking in Brisbane get cheaper the longer you park?
Yes. The per-day airport parking rate decreases the longer you leave your car. However, most seem to have a standard day-by-day rate once you park for 14 days.
Is airport parking safe in Brisbane?
Most airport car parks offer some sort of security system, whether it’s CCTV surveillance or on-site security guards. Many of the lots offer 24-hour service, so there should always be a staff member to help if you’re in need.
- Andrew’s Airport Parking: 24-hour on-site security
- Airpark: 24-hour CCTV surveillance coverage of the entire car park
- Gateway Airport Parking: 24-hour on-site security
Do you also need a Brisbane Airport hotel?
Brisbane's airport is the largest airport in Queensland,offering the highest number of flights. With cities scattered along the Sunshine State's coast, it's often easier to drive a few hours down to Brisbane rather than taking a regional flight to connect in Brisbane. If you've got a long drive ahead of you and an early flight to catch, it may be wise to drive in the day prior and stay at an airport hotel. Here are some of our top picks, based on how close they are to the airport:
Where are the Brisbane Airport hotels?
Feature Image: Brisbane Airport
