Daily rates at P4 undercut the main T1/T2 garages
Parking Lot P4 at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) runs as the airport’s economy long‑term option, set back from the main T1 and T2 terminal buildings. It’s aimed at trips measured in days, not hours, with pricing structured to beat the standard terminal garages once you cross into multi‑day stays. You park outdoors on surface bays, so think “budget and basic” rather than premium covered parking right by check‑in.
Walk time from P4 to the T1 and T2 departure halls stretches beyond the quick 3–5 minute stroll you get from the closer garages, so factor in extra minutes or use shuttle options when available. Signage on the airport ring roads clearly marks “P4 Long-Term” in both English and Chinese, making it easy to spot as you approach TPE from National Freeway No. 2. Entry and exit use the same ticket and payment system as other airport car parks, with automated gates that read your ticket or card.
Payment at P4 follows the airport’s official tariff, billed in hourly blocks up to a daily cap, which generally kicks in around the 24‑hour mark and then repeats each calendar day. You settle up at machines near the pedestrian exits or at staffed booths during posted operating hours that typically mirror terminal flight banks from early morning through late night. Keep your entry ticket dry and separate from luggage tags or hotel key cards so you don’t spend extra minutes at the pay station.
P4 fits drivers who care more about total trip cost than a 2‑minute walk to the check‑in counters at T1 or T2. Leaving the car for a week in this economy lot usually trims a noticeable chunk off the bill compared with the closer multi‑storey garages by the terminals. Simple rule: if your trip runs longer than three or four days, price out P4 before defaulting to the terminal decks.
Practical tip: aim to arrive at TPE at least 30 minutes earlier than you normally would, just to cover P4 entry, parking, the longer walk or shuttle, and a quick stop at the payment machine before you drive out.