Parking at Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

Where to park at DSM

Des Moines offers an hourly garage, a long-term garage and three economy lots. The airport provides free 24/7 shuttle service to and from its parking lots, and you can park in any lot for up to 60 consecutive days.

• Hourly Garage

  The first two hours are free, then $2 per hour with a $48 daily rate. Use EZ-PICKUP to get the two free hours when meeting a passenger.

• Daily Garage (Long Term)

  $2 per hour with a $21 daily maximum.

• Blue Economy Lot

  $2 per hour with a $14 daily maximum. Card payment only, with a shuttle about every 10 minutes.

• Red Economy Lot

  $2 per hour with a $7 daily maximum. Card payment only, with a shuttle about every 15 minutes.

• Grey Economy Lot

  $2 per hour with an $8 daily maximum. Card payment only, with a shuttle about every 10 minutes.

• Cell Phone Waiting Lot

  Free lot south of the airport for drivers waiting to meet a passenger. Wait in your vehicle until your passenger arrives.

• Use EZ-PICKUP to get two free hours in the Hourly Garage when you meet a passenger inside the terminal or garage. Follow the posted signs.
• Take the same shuttle route back to your lot as you used when you left, so the driver can take you to the right place.

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Rates change often, so we link to the airport rather than print prices that may be out of date.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.

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