Garage A

Five-minute walk, attached to T, and pricier than Garage B

Garage A runs $24/day and connects straight into Terminal T via the level 3 skybridge, so you’re paying extra for a short, simple walk instead of a shuttle or a long outdoor trek. It’s an on-site garage right by the main terminal complex, not off-airport. Think of it as the “closest and clearest” option compared with Garage B and the more remote-feeling Garage C.

The level 3 skybridge from Garage A drops you directly into the central ticketing area in about a 5-minute walk, which is why parents with strollers and anyone new to DAL tend to pick A over B or C. Several reviewers specifically call out that A/B via the level 3 connection feels more straightforward than walking in from Garage C’s far end of the building.

Pricing catches people off guard: the airport now lists Garage A at $24/day on all levels, but older blogs still show the outdated $16/day number, so don’t roll up expecting a bargain. On the flip side, Garage A (like B and C) is free for the first 30 minutes, which locals quietly use for quick kid pickups instead of looping the terminal roadway.

Height clearance is a real constraint: ground level is posted at 8’2”, while upper levels drop to 6’10”. Tall trucks and lifted SUVs sometimes circle ground level looking for a spot because they can’t safely go higher. If you’re over about 6’8”, skip the ramp up and watch the entrance bars closely.

Regulars aim straight for level 3, park as close as they can to the skybridge doors, and ignore lower levels unless signs show nearly full. Many also register and use NTTA TollTag for payment so they can roll through the exit without fumbling for cards or cash at the kiosks during peak Southwest bank times.

Watch out for “garage full” signs on holiday weekends; drivers report being waved past A/B to Garage C or even off-airport lots after looping. One last tip: snap a photo of your level and section, because reviewers say the floors look similar and signage inside Garage A isn’t great for helping you relocate your car after a long trip.