Long Stay Parking

Daily rates drop to about $15 when you move to Long Stay

Long Stay Parking at TIJ sits roughly 0.5 miles from the Main Terminal, with most people quoting an 8–10 minute walk from the outer rows. It’s the option locals use when they want official airport parking for 4–7 days without paying front-lot prices. A Google reviewer who left their car 5 days mentioned it came out cheaper than the front area and was still walkable, just not clearly marked.

The posted rate runs about $15.00 per day, capped at around $100.00 for a full week, so day 5, 6, and 7 are where this lot starts to beat most short-stay sectors. That $100-ish weekly figure is what regulars compare against private lots on the Mexican side and near Otay. Past 7–8 days, some flyers switch to off-site options because the gap adds up.

This is a basic long-stay setup: more open rows, more dust, and noticeably less shade than the main front lots by the terminal doors. Expect your car to sit in full Baja sun for several hours a day, so use a windshield shade and avoid leaving heat-sensitive items. From the farthest rows, budget a 10-minute walk with luggage to the Main Terminal or CBX bridge entrance.

Signage is the recurring complaint. Several reviews mention confusing “larga estancia” vs general and short-stay sectors, with more than one driver getting an ugly surprise on the bill. Late at night, people report minimal staff or visible guards in the outer corners, especially after 23:00. Take a clear photo of the row and sector sign; the long-term zone is big enough that a seven-day trip makes exact spots easy to forget.

Practical tip: Arrive 15–20 minutes earlier than usual the first time you use Long Stay, so you can find the “larga estancia” signs, park in an inner row, and still make your flight without rushing.