Parkade 1

R180 per day buys you the closest undercover bays

Parkade 1 sits right by the terminal complex at O. R. Tambo, with short-term tariffs starting around R20 for the first hour and capped at R180 for 12–24 hours. This is the spot for fast terminal runs, quick pickups, or meetings where walking distance matters more than saving on parking fees.

This is short‑term parking, not a budget option, and pricing ramps up quickly compared to Long Stay or shaded lots further out. If you’re staying more than a few hours, that R180 daily rate often beats hourly increments, but it still comes in higher than the long‑term products on the airport’s parking grid.

Being a multi‑storey parkade right next to Terminals A and B, Parkade 1 means minimal walking time with luggage; you’re talking a few minutes from car to check‑in for most airlines. The big win is staying undercover, which helps in summer storms and cuts how long your car bakes in the sun on 30°C-plus days.

Pay stations inside the parkade take cards and cash, and pricing boards clearly show the short‑stay ladder, including the jump from the R20 first hour to that R180 12–24‑hour bracket. Keep your entry ticket handy; losing it usually means paying the full daily maximum as a lost‑ticket fee.

Tip: If your stop is pushing past 6–8 hours, run the numbers: Parkade 1 at R180 per day is fine for an overnight or quick turnaround, but for multi‑day trips the Long Stay or shaded lots often cut your bill sharply, even after factoring in the shuttle or longer walk to Terminals A–E.