Parking at Lihue Airport (LIH)
Lihue, Kauai, Hawaii PHLI #79 US airport by passengers
Your options for leaving a car at LIH, and how to avoid paying more than you need to.
Where to park at LIH
Public parking is off Mokulele Loop. You take a ticket at the entrance and pay at the exit, so keep the ticket handy. The airport publishes rates effective February 1, 2024. Cash or a major credit card is accepted, and checks are not.
Main public lot
Free for the first 15 minutes. Then $2 for 16 to 30 minutes, $3 for 31 to 180 minutes, $4 for 181 to 300 minutes and $5 for 301 to 360 minutes. The daily maximum is $24.
Cell Phone Waiting Area
Free. Use it while you wait for an arriving passenger to collect bags.
Electric vehicle charging
EV stalls are in the main public lot, with a charger that serves two vehicles. The charge is $7 for 24 hours.
Accessible parking
Spaces are generally near crosswalks for drivers with valid placards.
- Write where you parked on the ticket and keep it somewhere safe. A lost ticket costs the $24 daily minimum.
- The ABM parking office can be reached at (808) 245-8716 for help with the lot.
- Use the Cell Phone Waiting Area when you are meeting someone, instead of circling the terminal drop-off.
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Rates change often, so we link to the airport rather than print prices that may be out of date.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 Līhuʻe Airport?
It is free for the first 15 minutes. After that, rates are $2 to $5 per block depending on time, up to a $24 maximum per 24 hours. Cash or a major credit card is accepted.